Campsite 1.6 Campground
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Campsite 1.6
Nearby points of interest include the Trail Ridge Road, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is the highest continuous paved road in the United States. There are also numerous hiking trails in the area, including the popular Bear Lake Trail and the Alpine Ridge Trail.
The campground itself offers amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water. There are also vault toilets available for use.
Interesting facts about the area include that Rocky Mountain National Park was established in 1915 and covers over 415 square miles. The park is home to over 60 species of mammals and more than 280 species of birds.
The best time of year to visit Campsite 1.6 is from late spring to early fall, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit during the day and dipping into the low 40s at night. Visitors should be aware of the potential for afternoon thunderstorms during the summer months.
What's on-site at Campsite 1.6
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.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Campsite 1.6, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gate Rec. Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| The Gate | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Red Bridge | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Red Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Big Blue | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Big Blue Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Campsite 1.6 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Fork At Gateview | 96 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Near Cimarron | 28 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork Blw Lake San Cristobal Nr Lake City | 50 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Bl Squaw Creek | 12 cfs | → |
| North Clear Creek Bl Continental Reservoir | 6 cfs | → |
| Tomichi Creek At Gunnison | 24 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Campsite 1.6 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Medano Pass | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Medano Pass | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Great Sand Dunes Natl Mon | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc South Colony | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Colony | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Crestone 5.3 Sse | 0.0 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
- Curecanti National Recreation Area
- Wilderness Powderhorn
- Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
- Wilderness West Elk
- Wilderness Uncompahgre
- Ridgway State Park
Boat launches
- Devil's Creek Bridge Boat Ramp
- Us 50 Sapinero
- Dillon Pinnacles Trail Gunnison County
- Us 50 Gunnison County
- Silver Thread Scenic Byway Gunnison County
Fishing spots
- Silver Jack Fisherman Access
- Silver Jack Reservoir
- Beaver Lake Day Use Area/ Fishing Site
- Blue Mesa Reservoir
- Morrow Point Reservoir
- Lake San Cristobal
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Curecanti National Recreation Area Boundary To High Water Line Of Blue Mesa Reservoir
- Curecanti National Recreation Area Boundary To High Water Line Of Morrow Point Reservoir
- The Southern Boundary Of The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument To The Painted Wall
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 Campsite 1.6 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Campsite 1.6
Can I make reservations at Campsite 1.6?
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 Campsite 1.6?
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 Campsite 1.6.
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