Camping Area

Little Rock Lake campground

Colorado, USA South Platte watershed 40.389°, -105.748°
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Little Rock Lake -- Colorado campground
Little Rock Lake Colorado · South Platte watershed
About this campground

Little Rock Lake

Little Rock Lake Camping Area is located in the White River National Forest in Colorado. The campsite offers stunning views of the Holy Cross Wilderness and the Sawatch Mountain Range. The site is close to several popular hiking trails, including the Missouri Lakes Trail and the Fancy Pass Trail. The campsite has basic amenities, including pit toilets and campsites with fire rings and picnic tables. There are 11 first-come-first-serve campsites available, and reservations can be made for the remaining 14 campsites. The best time to visit is from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F during the day and 30°F to 50°F at night. Overall, Little Rock Lake Camping Area is a beautiful destination for nature lovers looking for a peaceful camping experience in the mountains.
StateColorado
WatershedSouth Platte
Latitude40.3893°
Longitude-105.7476°
Amenities

What's on-site at Little Rock Lake

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
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Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Little Rock Lake, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Spruce Lake West
Spruce Lake East
Old Forest Inn - Site 1
Old Forest Inn - Site 2
Ute Meadow
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Little Rock Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Little Rock Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Nohrsc Willow Park 1.0 in 0.0 in
Willow Park 0.0 in 0.0 in
Lake Irene 10.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Lake Irene 10.0 in -3.0 in
Phantom Valley 0.0 in 0.0 in
Phantom Valley 0.0 in 0.0 in

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 Little Rock Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Little Rock Lake

Can I make reservations at Little Rock Lake?

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 Little Rock Lake?

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.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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