Sunnyside campground
Sunnyside
Reservations are accepted at Sunnyside camping area, ensuring that campers can secure a spot in advance and plan their trip accordingly. It is recommended to book ahead, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability. The best time of year to visit Sunnyside camping area is during the summer months when the weather is mild and favorable for outdoor activities. However, it is important to note that the campground can get crowded during weekends and holidays, so planning a weekday trip might be a good idea for those seeking a more tranquil experience.
While enjoying your stay at Sunnyside camping area, there are a few things to keep in mind. It is advised to practice proper food storage and disposal to prevent unwanted encounters with wildlife. Additionally, being mindful of fire safety is crucial, as the area is prone to wildfires. Following park regulations and guidelines is essential to ensure everyone's safety and to preserve the natural beauty of the campground.
What's on-site at Sunnyside
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 Sunnyside, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexter Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Dexter Point Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dexter | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Whitestar Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| White Star | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sunnyside -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas River At Granite | 126 cfs | → |
| Lake Creek Above Twin Lakes Reservoir | 162 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Below Empire Gulch Near Malta | 100 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Above Clear Creek Reservoir | 82 cfs | → |
| Halfmoon Creek Near Malta | 48 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Below Granite | 291 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sunnyside -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brumley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brumley | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Rough And Tumble | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rough And Tumble | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Independence Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Independence Pass | 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
- Wilderness Leadville
- Wilderness Mount Massive
- Wilderness Hunter-Fryingpan
- Wilderness Collegiate Peaks
- Mcphelemy Park
- Wilderness Holy Cross
⚓ Boat launches
- Dexter Point Boating Site
- Red Rooster Boating Site
- Cr 390 Chaffee County
- Ahra - Number 4 Rec Site
- Matchless Boating Site
- Turquoise Lake Trail Lake County
🎣 Fishing spots
- Sunnyside Fishing Site
- Whistler Point
- Big Mac Fishing Site
- Deception Point Fishing Site
- Mount Elbert Forebay
- Moache Fishing Site
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 Sunnyside as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sunnyside
Can I make reservations at Sunnyside?
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 Sunnyside?
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 Sunnyside.