Knowles 19 campground
Knowles 19
The campground itself features several amenities, including picnic tables, fire pits, and access to potable water. There are also several hiking trails nearby for visitors to explore, including the popular South Boulder Creek Trail and the James Peak Trail.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that it is home to several species of wildlife, including bighorn sheep and mountain lions. Additionally, the nearby Boulder Creek is a popular spot for fly fishing enthusiasts.
The best time of year to visit the Knowles 19 Campground is during the summer months, when temperatures are mild and the weather is typically dry and sunny. Average temperatures during this time of year range from the mid-60s to the mid-70s Fahrenheit.
Sources:
-https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232767
-https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/south-boulder-creek-trail
-https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/james-peak-trail
What's on-site at Knowles 19
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.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Knowles 19 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River Near Colorado-Utah State Line | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Cisco | 79 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Cisco | 2,200 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Gateway | 99 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River Near Grand Junction | 1,180 cfs | → |
| Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co | 925 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Knowles 19 -- 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 1.0 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Junction | 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
- Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area
- Wilderness Black Ridge Canyons
- Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation
- Highline Lake State Park
- Colorado National Monument
- Columbine Park
Boat launches
- Westwater Ranger Station
- Westwater Grand County
- Loma Boat Launch
- 12 1/2 Rd Mesa County
- Mesa County
- Boat Launch Road Grand County
Fishing spots
- Mack Mesa Reservoir
- Highline Lake
- Mack Mesa 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 Knowles 19 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Knowles 19
Can I make reservations at Knowles 19?
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 Knowles 19?
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 Knowles 19.