Curt Gowdy State Park campground
Curt Gowdy State Park
Reservations are accepted at Curt Gowdy State Park, allowing visitors to secure their preferred camping spot in advance. This feature is particularly beneficial during peak seasons when the campground tends to get busy. It is advisable to make reservations early to ensure availability.
The best time to visit Curt Gowdy State Park is during the summer months when the weather is mild and perfect for outdoor activities. The park offers an array of recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, hiking, and mountain biking. Anglers will be pleased to know that the park is home to various fish species, making it an ideal spot for fishing enthusiasts. However, it is important to be cautious while swimming or boating in the reservoirs, as water levels can fluctuate and become hazardous. Overall, Curt Gowdy State Park is a fantastic camping destination that provides a wide range of amenities, beautiful natural surroundings, and exciting outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.
What's on-site at Curt Gowdy State Park
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 Curt Gowdy State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vedauwoo Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Vedauwoo | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Pole Creek Dispersed Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Yellow Pine Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Yellow Pine | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Curt Gowdy State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Laramie River At Laramie | 19 cfs | → |
| N Frk Cache La Poudre R Blw Halligan Res Nr V Dal | 1 cfs | → |
| Crow Creek At 19th Street | 3 cfs | → |
| North Fork Cache La Poudre R. At Livermore | 4 cfs | → |
| Sand Creek At Colorado-Wyoming State Line | 3 cfs | → |
| Laramie River Near Bosler | 1,950 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Curt Gowdy State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crow Creek | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Crow Creek | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buford 4se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Laramie 7sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Laramie 4se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Laramie 1se | 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
Fishing spots
- Granite Springs Reservoir
- Upper North Crow Reservoir
- Lower North Crow Reservoir
- Leazenby Lake
- Lake Absarraca
- Sloans Lake
Paddle runs
- Co Dow Anlger Access Trail To Nf Boundary On East Section Line, Sec 24, T11n, R72w
- Intermittent Stream To Junction With Co Division Of Wildlife Angler Access Trail In Sw 1/4 Sec 22, T11n, R72w
- Upper North Fork
- Road West Of Creedmore Lakes To Junction Of Intermittent Stream In Sw 1/4, Sec 29, T11n, R72w
- Lower North Fork
- Pearl Creek To Junction Of Road West Of Creedmore Lakes In Sw 1/4 Sec 5, T10n, R73e
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 Curt Gowdy State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Curt Gowdy State Park
Can I make reservations at Curt Gowdy State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Curt Gowdy State Park?
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 Curt Gowdy State Park.