Dolores River Camp 3 campground
Dolores River Camp 3
Nearby points of interest include the Anasazi Heritage Center, where visitors can explore ancient ruins and learn about the history of the area. The town of Dolores is also a short drive away and offers restaurants, shops, and a museum.
Campground amenities at Dolores River Camp 3 include primitive campsites with no facilities, so campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. There are fire rings and picnic tables available at each site.
Interesting facts about the area include that the Dolores River is one of the last free-flowing rivers in the state and is home to a wide variety of fish, including brown trout and rainbow trout.
The best time of year to visit Dolores River Camp 3 is in the summer months when temperatures are mild, averaging in the mid-70s during the day and dropping to the mid-40s at night. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden weather changes and thunderstorms.
Sources:
- Bureau of Land Management: Dolores River Campsites
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife: Dolores River
- Visit Colorado: Dolores River & Mesa Verde National Park
What's on-site at Dolores River Camp 3
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 Dolores River Camp 3, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores River Camp 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 5 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Dolores River Camp 3 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dolores River Near Bedrock | 2 cfs | → |
| San Miguel River At Uravan | 225 cfs | → |
| Dolores River At Bedrock | 7 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Gateway | 161 cfs | → |
| San Miguel River At Brooks Bridge Near Nucla Co | 157 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Slick Rock | 10 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Dolores River Camp 3 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Columbine Pass | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Columbine Pass | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Gold Basin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Slick Rock 1.3 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 0.0 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.
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 Dolores River Camp 3 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Dolores River Camp 3
Can I make reservations at Dolores River Camp 3?
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 Dolores River Camp 3?
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 Dolores River Camp 3.