Ouzel Lake Campsite campground
Ouzel Lake Campsite
The campground offers several amenities to enhance the camping experience. These include designated camping spots, fire rings, and picnic tables. Additionally, there are vault toilets available for campers' convenience. It is important to note that Ouzel Lake Campsite operates on a first-come, first-served basis, meaning that reservations are not accepted. Therefore, it is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a camping spot.
The best time to visit Ouzel Lake Campsite is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and the days are longer. This allows campers to fully enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. However, it is essential to come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear as the weather can be unpredictable. Additionally, visitors should be cautious of the wildlife in the area, including bears. Proper food storage and adherence to bear safety protocols are crucial to ensure the safety of both campers and animals. Overall, Ouzel Lake Campsite offers a breathtaking natural setting and a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of Colorado's wilderness.
What's on-site at Ouzel Lake Campsite
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 Lake Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| North St. Vrain Campsites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Thunder Lake Stock Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Thunder Lake Cs #1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Thunder Lake Cs #3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Aspen Knoll | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ouzel Lake Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South St. Vrain Creek Near Ward | 37 cfs | → |
| Grand Lake Outlet Blw Chipmunk Ln At Grand Lk | 35 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Bl Shadow Mountain Reservoir | 23 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Lake Granby | 96 cfs | → |
| Colorado R Below Baker Gulch | 150 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Granby | 77 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ouzel Lake Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Wild Basin | 11.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Wild Basin | 8.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Copeland Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Copeland Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sawtooth | 13.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Sawtooth | 16.0 in | -3.0 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
- Rocky Mountain National Park
- Protection Area (National) Bowen Gulch Protection Area (National)
- Wilderness Never Summer
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
- Wilderness Indian Peaks
- North Boulder Community Park
Boat launches
- Boat Launch Grand Lake
- Hilltop Boating Site
- Grand County
- Cr 6 Grand County
- Us 34 Grand County
- Willow Creek Boating Site
Fishing spots
- Ouzel Lake - Rmnp
- Box Lake & Drainage - Rmnp
- Pear Lake & Creek - Rmnp
- Thunder Lake - Rmnp
- Frigid Lake
- Hutcheson Lakes - Rmnp
Points of interest
- Pawnee Overlook Observation Site
- Osprey Viewing Site
- Moraine Park Discovery Center
- Kawuneeche Visitor Center
- Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
- Fall River Visitor Center
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115
- Begins 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115 To Eastern Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
- Nsv
- Begins 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of Fern Lake Road To Eastern Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
- Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Away From Trail Ridge Road
- Ssv - Confluence To Picnic Grounds
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 Lake Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ouzel Lake Campsite
Can I make reservations at Ouzel Lake Campsite?
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 Lake Campsite?
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 Lake Campsite.