A011 campground
A011
Reservations are accepted at A011 camping area, allowing campers to secure their spot ahead of time. This is particularly beneficial during peak seasons when the campground tends to get crowded. It is advisable to make reservations in advance to guarantee a spot.
The best time of year to visit A011 camping area in Colorado is during the warm months, typically from late spring to early fall. During this time, the weather is pleasant, and visitors can indulge in activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife observation. It is important to note that the campground is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, so campers are advised to take precautions to preserve the environment and be mindful of their surroundings. Additionally, it is important to store food properly to prevent encounters with wildlife.
What's on-site at A011
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 A011 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado R Below Baker Gulch | 192 cfs | → |
| Grand River Ditch At La Poudre Pass | 118 cfs | → |
| Michigan River Near Cameron Pass | 8 cfs | → |
| Grand Lake Outlet Blw Chipmunk Ln At Grand Lk | 212 cfs | → |
| Joe Wright Creek Above Joe Wright Reservoir | 3 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Bl Shadow Mountain Reservoir | 518 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of A011 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Phantom Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lake Irene | 10.0 in | -3.0 in | → |
| Lake Irene | 10.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Never Summer | 24.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Never Summer | 23.0 in | -2.0 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
- Wilderness Never Summer
- Neota Wilderness
- State Forest State Park
- Rawah Wilderness
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
- Rocky Mountain National Park
Boat launches
- Hilltop Boating Site
- Boat Launch Grand Lake
- Grand County
- Us 34 Grand County
- Chambers Lake Boating Site
- Cr 6 Grand County
Fishing spots
- Timber Lake - Rmnp
- Arrowhead Lake - Rmnp
- Haynach Lakes & Drainage - Rmnp
- Rock Lake & Little Rock Lake - Rmnp
- Loomis Lake - Rmnp
- Spruce Lake - Rmnp
Points of interest
- Alpine Visitor Center
- Kawuneeche Visitor Center
- Osprey Viewing Site
- Fall River Visitor Center
- Moraine Park Discovery Center
- Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Paddle runs
- Begins 0.5 Miles Away From Trail Ridge Road To Ends Where River Segment Exits Rocky Mountain National Park
- Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of Fern Lake Road
- Headwaters To Fan Lake
- Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Away From Trail Ridge Road
- Big South
- Headwaters To Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
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 A011 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About A011
Can I make reservations at A011?
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 A011?
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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of A011.