Campsite 1.8 campground
Campsite 1.8
The area offers several hiking trails, including the popular Glacier Gorge Trail, which leads to several scenic lakes and waterfalls. Other nearby points of interest include the Bear Lake Trailhead, the Sprague Lake Picnic Area, and the Moraine Park Visitor Center.
The campground amenities include tent pads, fire rings, and picnic tables. There are no hookups or showers, but vault toilets are available. The campground is open from June to September and reservations are required.
Interesting facts about the area include that the Rocky Mountain National Park is home to over 70 species of mammals, including elk, moose, and bighorn sheep. The park also has over 350 miles of hiking trails, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The best time of year to visit Campsite 1.8 is in the summer months, from June to August, when average temperatures range from the mid-50s to the mid-70s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden weather changes and cooler temperatures at night, even in the summer months.
Overall, Campsite 1.8 offers a beautiful and convenient location for camping and exploring the Rocky Mountain National Park.
What's on-site at Campsite 1.8
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 1.8, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsite 1.6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Campsite 2.2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Campsite 1.2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Campsite 0.3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Campsite 3.2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Campsite 1.8 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Huerfano R At Manzanares Xing | 15 cfs | → |
| Cottonwood Creek Near Crestone | 3 cfs | → |
| North Crestone Creek Near Crestone | 9 cfs | → |
| Ute Creek Near Fort Garland | 8 cfs | → |
| Huerfano River At Badito | 11 cfs | → |
| Grape Creek Near Westcliffe | 11 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Campsite 1.8 -- 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 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Great Sand Dunes Natl Mon | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc South Colony | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Colony | 0.0 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
- Great Sand Dunes National Park And Preserve
- Wilderness Great Sand Dunes
- National Park Great Sand Dunes
- San Luis Lakes Wildlife Area
- San Luis State Park
- Wilderness Sangre De Cristo
Fishing spots
- Manzanares Creek
- San Luis Lake
- Lake Isabel
- Deweese Reservoir
- Smith Reservoir (Costilla Cty)
- Mountain Home Reservoir
Points of interest
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 1.8 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Campsite 1.8
Can I make reservations at Campsite 1.8?
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 1.8?
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 1.8.