Middle Quartz campground
Middle Quartz
Reservations are not accepted at Middle Quartz, making it a first-come, first-served campground. Therefore, it is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak season, to secure a campsite. The best time of year to visit Middle Quartz is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. However, it is worth noting that the campground can get crowded during weekends and holidays.
Campers at Middle Quartz should be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly encounters with black bears. It is important to properly store food and dispose of trash in the designated bear-proof containers to minimize the risk of attracting wildlife. Additionally, campers should be prepared for changing weather conditions as Colorado's mountainous regions can experience sudden temperature drops and storms. During the winter months, access to the campground may be limited or closed due to snowfall. Overall, Middle Quartz camping area offers a serene and rustic camping experience with beautiful natural surroundings, but visitors should come prepared and aware of the specific conditions of the area.
What's on-site at Middle Quartz
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 Middle Quartz, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Quartz Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Quartz Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Quartz | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Pitkin Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Pitkin | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Middle Quartz -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tomichi Creek At Sargents | 46 cfs | → |
| Taylor River Below Taylor Park Reservoir | 148 cfs | → |
| Taylor River At Taylor Park | 210 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Near Nathrop | 430 cfs | → |
| Taylor River At Almont | 276 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River At Salida | 338 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Middle Quartz -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitkin 1.1 Sw | 24.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Saint Elmo | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Saint Elmo | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Porphyry Creek | 1.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Porphyry Creek | 1.0 in | 3.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Park Cone | 1.0 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 Fossil Ridge
- Wilderness Collegiate Peaks
- Mcphelemy Park
- Thonhoff Park
- The Meadows City
- Legion Jorgensen Park
Boat launches
- Boat Dock Road Gunnison County
- Slot #2 Day Use Area/Boat Access- Gunnison Rd
- Ahra - Big Bend Rec Site
- South Bank Day Use Area/ Boat Access- Gunnison Rd
- Ahra - Stone Bridge Rec Site
- Road 191 Chaffee County
Fishing spots
- Mirror Lake (Almont)
- Baldwin Lake
- Chalk Lake Fishing Site
- Cottonwood Lake (Buena Vista)
- Cottonwood Lake
- Taylor Park Reservoir
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 Middle Quartz as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Middle Quartz
Can I make reservations at Middle Quartz?
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 Middle Quartz?
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 Middle Quartz.