Fluffle 23 campground
Fluffle 23
The campground amenities include 23 campsites, each with a picnic table and fire pit, as well as vault toilets and drinking water. The area is also equipped with a bear-proof food storage locker. Visitors can enjoy hiking, wildlife watching, fishing, and mountain biking in the area. Interesting facts about the area include the presence of moose, elk, and bighorn sheep in the nearby Arapaho National Wildlife Refuge.
The best time of year to visit the Fluffle 23 Campsite is from mid-June to mid-September when the temperatures range from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 30 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. It is important to note that the campground is at a high elevation, so visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures and potential weather changes.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/arp/recarea/?recid=36766
- https://www.colorado.com/campground/fluffle-23-campground
What's on-site at Fluffle 23
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 Fluffle 23, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fluffle 24 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fluffle 22 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fluffle 21 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fluffle 17 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fluffle 19 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Fluffle 23 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River Near Colorado-Utah State Line | 3,820 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Cisco | 203 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Cisco | 4,040 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River Near Grand Junction | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co | 1,300 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Gateway | 211 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Fluffle 23 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glade Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Redlands 1.4 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Junction 4.0 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Junction 3.6 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Junction | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Junction 1.0 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
- Highline Lake State Park
- Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation
- Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area
- Wilderness Black Ridge Canyons
- Colorado National Monument
- Columbine Park
Boat launches
- Loma Boat Launch
- 12 1/2 Rd Mesa County
- Westwater Ranger Station
- Westwater Grand County
- Mesa County
- Boat Launch Road Grand County
Fishing spots
- Mack Mesa Reservoir
- Mack Mesa Lake
- Highline Lake
- Fruita Reservoir Number 2
- Connected Lakes
- West Lake (Gj)
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 Fluffle 23 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Fluffle 23
Can I make reservations at Fluffle 23?
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 Fluffle 23?
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 Fluffle 23.