Lyons Gulch Campground campground
Lyons Gulch Campground
The campground itself offers amenities such as fire rings, picnic tables, vault toilets, and potable water. There are also several nearby towns that offer additional amenities, such as restaurants and grocery stores.
One interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to Ute and Arapaho tribes, who utilized the natural resources of the area for hunting and gathering. The area was also an important mining region during the Colorado Gold Rush.
The best time to visit Lyons Gulch Campground is during the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperatures range from 60-80°F. This is also the busiest time of year, so visitors should plan ahead and make reservations in advance.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/arp/recreation/recarea/?recid=28530
- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/lyons-gulch-campground-trail
- https://www.colorado.com/campground/lyons-gulch-campground
What's on-site at Lyons Gulch Campground
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 Lyons Gulch Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyons Gulch Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cottonwood Island | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Colorado Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Gypsum Hills Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gypsum Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lyons Gulch Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River Near Dotsero | 1,010 cfs | → |
| Eagle River Below Gypsum | 526 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs | 2,440 cfs | → |
| Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Roaring Fork River Near Emma | 372 cfs | → |
| Lake Creek Near Edwards | 116 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lyons Gulch Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bison Lake | 19.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bison Lake | 19.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Glenwood Springs .64 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Carbondale 4.6 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Carbondale 4.8 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Carbondale 5.9 Ene | 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
- Wilderness Flat Tops
- Two Rivers Park
- A E Axtell Park
- Hyland Park
- Sister Lucy Downey Park
- Routt National Forest
Boat launches
- Lyon's Gulch Boat Ramp
- Cottonwood Island Boat Ramp
- Dotsero Landing Boat Ramp
- Community Boat Ramp
- Pinball Access Boat Ramp
- Grizzly Creek Garfield County
Fishing spots
- Gypsum Ponds
- Deep Lake Fishing/Picnic Area Fishing Site
- Trappers Lake
- Fryingpan River
- Christine Lake
- Sylvan Lake
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 Lyons Gulch Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lyons Gulch Campground
Can I make reservations at Lyons Gulch Campground?
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 Lyons Gulch Campground?
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 Lyons Gulch Campground.