Spruce campground
Spruce
Reservations are required for camping at Spruce camping area. It is important to note that this campground can be quite busy, especially during peak seasons, so booking in advance is highly recommended. The best time of year to visit this camping area is typically during the summer months when the weather is ideal for outdoor activities. However, due to the high elevation, it is important to be prepared for cooler nighttime temperatures, even during the summer. Additionally, insect repellent is recommended as the area is known for mosquitoes and other pests.
Spruce camping area offers a pristine natural environment with beautiful scenery and access to outdoor recreational activities. It is important to be mindful of wildlife in the area and to store food and scented items properly to prevent encounters with bears or other animals. Overall, this campground provides a great opportunity to experience the beauty of Colorado's natural landscapes while enjoying the comforts and amenities of a well-maintained camping area.
What's on-site at Spruce
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 Spruce, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spruce Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Cebolla | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Hidden Valley Tent Campground- Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Hidden Valley | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Deer Lakes Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Spruce -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Fork Blw Lake San Cristobal Nr Lake City | 147 cfs | → |
| North Clear Creek Bl Continental Reservoir | 17 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork At Gateview | 259 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande At Thirtymile Bridge | 949 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande At Wagon Wheel Gap | 1,290 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Wagonwheel Gap | 131 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Spruce -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slumgullion | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Slumgullion | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Creede 0.2 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wager Gulch | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Wager Gulch | 1.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Upper Rio Grande | 1.0 in | 1.0 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 Powderhorn
- Wilderness Uncompahgre
- Curecanti National Recreation Area
- Wilderness La Garita
- Gunnison National Forest
- Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Boat launches
- Devil's Creek Bridge Boat Ramp
- Rito Hondo Reservoir Boating Site
- Cr 11 Hinsdale County
- Cr 10 Hinsdale County
Fishing spots
- Lake San Cristobal
- Rito Hondo Reservoir
- Continental Reservoir Fishing Site
- Continental Reservoir
- Mcdonough Reservoir
- Brown Lakes Swa
Points of interest
- Lake San Cristobal Overlook
- Lake City Ice Wall
- North Clear Creek Falls Observation Site
- Henson Interpretive Site
- Pike Snowden Cabin
- Capitol City Townsite
Paddle runs
- Below Rio Grande Reservoir (Sec 13, T40n, R4w) To Spring Creek (Sec 31, T41n, R2w)
- Sec 10, T42n, R1e To Sec 13, T41n, R1e
- Curecanti National Recreation Area Boundary To High Water Line Of Blue Mesa Reservoir
- Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Snowslide Canyon Creek--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Confluence Of North, Middle And South Forks (Sec 4, T43n, R3e) To Nf Boundary (Sec 17, T44n, R4e)
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 Spruce as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Spruce
Can I make reservations at Spruce?
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 Spruce?
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 Spruce.