Round Mountain campground
Round Mountain
The best time of year to visit Round Mountain camping area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is generally pleasant and allows for outdoor activities. The campground's beautiful location in Colorado provides campers with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching in the area. It is important to be cautious of wildlife encounters, as bears and other animals can be present. Campers should follow proper food storage guidelines and be mindful of their surroundings.
Overall, Round Mountain camping area in Colorado offers a rustic camping experience with basic amenities and a scenic location. It is an ideal destination for campers seeking a peaceful and natural setting, however, it is important to plan accordingly due to the lack of reservations and potential wildlife encounters.
What's on-site at Round Mountain
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 Round Mountain, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Meadows Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Happy Meadows | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Riverside | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Blue Mountain | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Blue Mountain Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Round Mountain -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Platte River Near Lake George | 245 cfs | → |
| S Platte R Ab 11-Mile Canyon Re | 269 cfs | → |
| South Platte River Above Cheesman Lake | 270 cfs | → |
| South Platte River Below Cheesman Lake | 147 cfs | → |
| West Cr. Abv Shrewsbury Gulch Nr Westcreek Co | 1 cfs | → |
| Trout Creek Blw Fern Cr Nr Westcreek | 1 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Round Mountain -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake George 7.2 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Florissant 5.0 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lake George 8sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Divide 4nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cheesman | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Divide 5.2 Ssw | 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
- Lake George Community Park
- Wilderness Lost Creek
- Eleven Mile State Park
- Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
- Spinney Mountain State Park
- Mueller State Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Eleven Mile Reservoir
- Elevenmile Canyon Reservoir
- Spinney Mountain Reservoir
- Cheesman Reservoir
- Tarryall Reservoir
- Manitou 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 Round Mountain as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Round Mountain
Can I make reservations at Round Mountain?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Round Mountain?
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 Round Mountain.