Deer Lakes campground
Deer Lakes
Campers should note that reservations are required to secure a spot at Deer Lakes camping area. It is advisable to make reservations well in advance, as this popular campground tends to fill up quickly during peak seasons. The best time to visit Deer Lakes is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and conducive to outdoor activities.
While camping at Deer Lakes, visitors can explore the surrounding area and indulge in various recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. The campground is located near several hiking trails, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. It is important to be cautious of local wildlife, including bears, and to properly store food and dispose of waste to prevent any unwanted encounters.
Overall, Deer Lakes camping area in Colorado provides a serene and well-equipped camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. With its beautiful natural surroundings and a variety of amenities, it is a destination worth exploring for those seeking a peaceful getaway in nature.
What's on-site at Deer Lakes
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 Deer Lakes, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Lakes Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Hidden Valley | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Hidden Valley Tent Campground- Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Slumgullion | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Spruce | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Deer Lakes -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Fork Blw Lake San Cristobal Nr Lake City | 147 cfs | → |
| North Clear Creek Bl Continental Reservoir | 17 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork At Gateview | 259 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande At Thirtymile Bridge | 949 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Near Cimarron | 100 cfs | → |
| Animas River At Howardsville | 262 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Deer Lakes -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slumgullion | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Slumgullion | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wager Gulch | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Wager Gulch | 1.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Creede 0.2 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Upper Rio Grande | 1.0 in | 1.0 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 Powderhorn
- Wilderness Uncompahgre
- Gunnison National Forest
- Curecanti National Recreation Area
- Wilderness La Garita
- Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Boat launches
- Rito Hondo Reservoir Boating Site
- Devil's Creek Bridge Boat Ramp
- Cr 11 Hinsdale County
- Cr 10 Hinsdale County
Fishing spots
- Lake San Cristobal
- Rito Hondo Reservoir
- Continental Reservoir Fishing Site
- Continental Reservoir
- Brown Lakes Swa
- Road Canyon Reservoir
Points of interest
- Lake San Cristobal Overlook
- Lake City Ice Wall
- Henson Interpretive Site
- Pike Snowden Cabin
- North Clear Creek Falls Observation Site
- Capitol City Townsite
Paddle runs
- Below Rio Grande Reservoir (Sec 13, T40n, R4w) To Spring Creek (Sec 31, T41n, R2w)
- Sec 10, T42n, R1e To Sec 13, T41n, R1e
- Curecanti National Recreation Area Boundary To High Water Line Of Blue Mesa Reservoir
- Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Snowslide Canyon Creek--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Rincon La Osa--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
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 Deer Lakes as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Deer Lakes
Can I make reservations at Deer Lakes?
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 Deer Lakes?
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 Deer Lakes.