Sleeping Elephant Campground campground
Sleeping Elephant Campground
Reservations are accepted at Sleeping Elephant Campground, allowing campers to easily secure a spot in advance. This is particularly beneficial during peak seasons when the campground tends to get crowded. It is recommended to make a reservation to guarantee availability, especially if you plan to visit during weekends or holidays.
The best time to visit Sleeping Elephant Campground is during the summer and early fall. The weather is generally pleasant, with warm temperatures and minimal rainfall. This is the perfect time to engage in outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, or simply enjoying the scenic beauty of the surrounding area.
While camping at Sleeping Elephant Campground, it is important to be cautious of wildlife encounters, including bears and coyotes. Proper food storage techniques and adhering to campground rules are essential to prevent any unwanted encounters. Additionally, campers should be mindful of fire safety and ensure that campfires are fully extinguished before leaving.
Overall, Sleeping Elephant Campground in Colorado offers a great camping experience with its amenities, acceptances of reservations, and ideal timing to visit. However, campers should remain cautious of wildlife and be responsible in maintaining the campground's cleanliness and safety.
What's on-site at Sleeping Elephant 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 Sleeping Elephant Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeping Elephant | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Big Bend | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Big South | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Big South Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Tunnel Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sleeping Elephant Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Wright Creek Below Joe Wright Reservoir | 30 cfs | → |
| Laramie River Near Glendevey | 81 cfs | → |
| Joe Wright Creek Above Joe Wright Reservoir | 3 cfs | → |
| Michigan River Near Cameron Pass | 5 cfs | → |
| Grand River Ditch At La Poudre Pass | 60 cfs | → |
| Sand Creek At Colorado-Wyoming State Line | 3 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sleeping Elephant Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deadman Hill | 200.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Deadman Hill | 7.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Hourglass Lake | 8.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Hourglass Lake | 8.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Long Draw Resv | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Long Draw Resvr Snotel | 180.0 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
- Rawah Wilderness
- Neota Wilderness
- State Forest State Park
- Cache La Poudre Wilderness
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
- Wilderness Never Summer
Boat launches
- Chambers Lake Boating Site
- Nowata Drive 597, Larimer County
- Nowata Drive 875, Larimer County
- Nowata Drive 407, Larimer County
- Dowdy Drive 2, Larimer County
Fishing spots
- Freewater Bridge Fishing Site
- Laramie Lake
- Lost Lake (Cameron Pass)
- Barnes Meadow Reservoir
- Chambers Lake
- Browns Lake
Points of interest
- Deadman Lookout
- Alpine Visitor Center
- Fall River Visitor Center
- Moraine Park Discovery Center
- Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
- Mccallum - Auto Tour Site
Paddle runs
- Spencer Heights
- Rustic (Upper)
- Big South
- Source In Se 1/4 Sec 25, T10n, R75w To End Of The Four-Wheel Drive Road East Of The Nf Poudre Campground (Nw 1/4 Of Sec 21, T10n, R74w
- End Of Four-Wheel Drive Road To Pearl Creek In Se 1/4 Sec 21, T10n, R74w
- Headwaters To Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
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 Sleeping Elephant Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sleeping Elephant Campground
Can I make reservations at Sleeping Elephant Campground?
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 Sleeping Elephant 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 Sleeping Elephant Campground.