Duncan Cabin campground
Duncan Cabin
There are several points of interest near the Duncan Cabin Campsite, including the Curecanti National Recreation Area, which offers hiking, fishing, and boating opportunities, and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, which features some of the steepest and most dramatic canyon walls in North America. The town of Gunnison is also nearby, where visitors can find shops, restaurants, and other amenities.
The Duncan Cabin Campsite offers basic amenities such as vault toilets and fire rings, but there is no potable water available on site, so visitors should bring their own water or be prepared to purify water from nearby sources. The site is suitable for tents, small trailers, and RVs up to 16 feet in length.
One interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the Ute Indian tribe, who used the land for hunting and fishing. The area is also rich in mining history, with many old mines and cabins dotting the landscape.
The best time of year to visit the Duncan Cabin Campsite is from June through September, when average temperatures range from the mid-60s to the mid-70s during the day and can drop into the 30s at night. Visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather, as the area is known for its frequent thunderstorms.
Overall, the Duncan Cabin Campsite is a beautiful and peaceful spot for camping, with plenty of nearby attractions to explore.
What's on-site at Duncan Cabin
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 Duncan Cabin, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escargot | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Duncan Point | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Duncan | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Middle Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cesario Camp (Dragonfly Anglers Only) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Duncan Cabin -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Smith Fork Near Lazear | 2 cfs | → |
| North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear | 482 cfs | → |
| N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr | 523 cfs | → |
| Uncompahgre River At Delta | 100 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River At Delta | 819 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River Below Gunnison Tunnel | 303 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Duncan Cabin -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose 4.0 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hotchkiss 4.7 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Montrose 7.3 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hotchkiss 5wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Canyon Of The Gunnison | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Montrose 1.6 E | 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
- Olathe Community Park
- Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area
- Sweitzer Lake State Park
- Centennial Plaza
- Confluence Park
- Rainbow Meadows
Boat launches
- Chukar Boat Ramp
- Orchard Boat Launch
- Shea Road Delta County
- South River Road Delta County
- Delta County
- Gunnison Forks
Fishing spots
- Sweitzer Lake
- Fruitgrowers Reservoir
- Confluence Lake
- Crawford Reservoir
- Gunnison River
- Chipeta Lakes Swa
Points of interest
- Eagle Rock Shelter Archaeological Site
- Astronomy Program
- South Rim Visitor Center
- Cimarron Visitor Center
- Cedaredge Observation Site
- Wells Gulch
Paddle runs
- The Painted Wall To The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument-Gunnison Gorge Wilderness Boundary
- Gunnison River Segment 2
- Gunnison Gorge
- The Southern Boundary Of The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument To The Painted Wall
- Roubideau Creek Segment 2
- Roubideau Creek Segment 1
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 Duncan Cabin as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Duncan Cabin
Can I make reservations at Duncan Cabin?
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 Duncan Cabin?
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 Duncan Cabin.