Ouzel campground
Ouzel
Reservations are required to secure a campsite at Ouzel Camping Area. It is highly recommended to make reservations well in advance, as the campground is popular and tends to fill up quickly, especially during the peak season. The best time of year to visit is typically from late spring to early fall when the weather is mild and conducive to outdoor activities.
While staying at Ouzel Camping Area, campers can explore the surrounding natural beauty, including hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities. The campground is located near the Wild Basin area of Rocky Mountain National Park, providing visitors with access to stunning mountain views, waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna. However, it is important to be cautious of wildlife encounters and properly store food to avoid attracting animals. Additionally, due to the high elevation of the area, visitors should be prepared for potential changes in weather and sudden temperature drops, even during the summer months.
What's on-site at Ouzel
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 Ouzel, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ouzel Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Platte River Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| South Platte Camp Ground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Platte River | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Osprey | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ouzel -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| So. Platte R. Blw Brush Cr. Nr Trumbull Co | 154 cfs | → |
| South Platte River At South Platte | 342 cfs | → |
| South Platte River Below Cheesman Lake | 147 cfs | → |
| Trout Creek Blw Fern Cr Nr Westcreek | 1 cfs | → |
| West Cr. Abv Shrewsbury Gulch Nr Westcreek Co | 1 cfs | → |
| South Platte River At Waterton | 37 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ouzel -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheesman | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Strontia Springs Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Conifer 3.2 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Conifer 5.7 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Castle Rock | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bailey | 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
- Roxborough State Park
- Reynolds Ranch Open Space Park
- Deer Creek Canyon Park
- Dupont Park
- James Q Newton Park
- Legault Mountain Park
Boat launches
- Chatfield Lake North Boat Ramp
- C-470 Trail Lakewood
- Fairway Drive Evergreen
- West Quincy Avenue Denver
- Fisherman's Trail Lakewood
- Tarryall Road Park County
Fishing spots
- South Platte River
- Strontia Springs Reservoir
- Strortia Springs Reservoir
- Wellington Lake
- Cheesman Reservoir
- Pine Valley Ranch Pond
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 Ouzel as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ouzel
Can I make reservations at Ouzel?
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 Ouzel?
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 Ouzel.