Dolores River Camp 4 campground
Dolores River Camp 4
The nearby Dolores River offers excellent fishing opportunities for brown and rainbow trout. Visitors can also explore the nearby McPhee Reservoir, which offers boating, fishing, and swimming. The nearby San Juan National Forest is a popular destination for hiking, camping, and mountain biking.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. There is no potable water on site, so visitors should bring their own. The area does not have any cell phone service, making it an ideal location for a digital detox.
The best time to visit the Dolores River Camp 4 Campsite is from June to September when the temperatures range from the mid-70s to mid-80s during the day and drop to the mid-50s to mid-60s at night. Visitors should be aware that the area is prone to thunderstorms during the summer months.
Overall, the Dolores River Camp 4 Campsite is a beautiful and secluded destination for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Colorado. Visitors should come prepared with plenty of water, food, and camping gear for a comfortable stay.
What's on-site at Dolores River Camp 4
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 4, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores River Camp 5 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 7 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 8 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dolores River Camp 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Dolores River Camp 4 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dolores River Near Bedrock | 2 cfs | → |
| Dolores River At Bedrock | 7 cfs | → |
| San Miguel River At Uravan | 225 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Gateway | 161 cfs | → |
| San Miguel River At Brooks Bridge Near Nucla Co | 157 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Sheley Tunnel | 6 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Dolores River Camp 4 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Gold Basin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Slick Rock 1.3 N | 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
- Nucla Town Park
- Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area
- Old City Park
- Sand Flats Recreation Area
- Swanny City Park
Fishing spots
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 4 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 4
Can I make reservations at Dolores River Camp 4?
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 4?
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 4.