9 campground
9
Heading west, the Radium Campground along the Colorado River provides a serene setting with stunning views. While this campground does not offer any amenities, reservations are accepted, and visitors can enjoy fishing and wildlife watching. It is advisable to bring your own supplies and be cautious of bears in the area.
In the southwest, Mancos State Park offers both tent and RV camping with amenities such as electric hookups, showers, and a dump station. Reservations are accepted, and visitors can enjoy activities like hiking and fishing. The optimal time to visit is during the summer when the weather is mild.
Moving east, the Chatfield State Park near Denver boasts amenities like electric hookups, showers, and a marina. Reservations are accepted, and visitors can enjoy activities like boating, horseback riding, and swimming. The best time to visit is during the spring and fall when the weather is pleasant.
Further east, the Mueller State Park offers both tent and RV camping with amenities including electric hookups, showers, and a dump station. Reservations are accepted, and visitors can enjoy hiking and wildlife viewing. The park is especially beautiful in the fall when the leaves change color.
Heading southwest, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park provides a unique camping experience with stunning views of the canyon. No amenities are available, and reservations are not accepted, so it is advisable to arrive early. The best time to visit is during the summer when the weather is warm.
In the northwest, Ridgway State Park offers amenities like electric hookups, showers, and a marina. Reservations are accepted, and visitors can enjoy activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking. It is recommended to visit during the summer when the weather is pleasant.
Moving southeast, the Lathrop State Park near Walsenburg is Colorado's first state park and offers amenities like electric hookups, showers, and a dump station. Reservations are accepted, and visitors can enjoy activities like fishing, boating, and golfing. The best time to visit is during the summer when the park is bustling with activity.
Lastly, the San Isabel National Forest near Buena Vista provides rustic camping options with no amenities. Reservations are not accepted, so it is advised to arrive early. Visitors can enjoy activities like hiking, fishing, and horseback riding. The best time to visit is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant.
Remember to check the specific regulations, amenities, and availability of each campground before planning your trip as information may vary.
What's on-site at 9
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of 9 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Wright Creek Below Joe Wright Reservoir | 30 cfs | → |
| Grand River Ditch At La Poudre Pass | 101 cfs | → |
| Joe Wright Creek Above Joe Wright Reservoir | 3 cfs | → |
| Michigan River Near Cameron Pass | 7 cfs | → |
| Laramie River Near Glendevey | 73 cfs | → |
| Colorado R Below Baker Gulch | 162 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of 9 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Hourglass Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hourglass Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Long Draw Resv | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Long Draw Resvr Snotel | 1.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Joe Wright | 1.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Willow Park | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Cache La Poudre Wilderness
- Neota Wilderness
- Rawah Wilderness
- State Forest State Park
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
- Wilderness Never Summer
Boat launches
- Chambers Lake Boating Site
- Dowdy Drive 2, Larimer County
- Nowata Drive 875, Larimer County
- Nowata Drive 407, Larimer County
- Nowata Drive 597, Larimer County
- Pineview River Access Point (Put-In, Take-Out)
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save 9 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About 9
Can I make reservations at 9?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to 9?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.