Taylor Canyon campground
Taylor Canyon
The campground offers several amenities, including fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets. The campground is first-come-first-serve, with a total of 24 campsites available for visitors. An interesting fact about the area is that Taylor Canyon was once a major mining area, with several mines operating in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
The best time of year to visit Taylor Canyon is during the summer months, from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from 70°F to 80°F during the day and 40°F to 50°F at night. However, visitors can also enjoy the stunning fall foliage during the months of September and October.
Overall, Taylor Canyon is a beautiful camping destination with plenty of nearby attractions and amenities. Visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the area while also exploring the history and culture of the surrounding towns and parks.
What's on-site at Taylor Canyon
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
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 Taylor Canyon, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granite Tent Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| North Bank Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| One Mile | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| One Mile Campground - Gunnison Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| North Bank | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Taylor Canyon -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor River At Almont | 276 cfs | → |
| East River At Almont Co. | 599 cfs | → |
| East River Bl Cement Creek Nr Crested Butte | 728 cfs | → |
| Taylor River Below Taylor Park Reservoir | 148 cfs | → |
| Ohio Creek Above Mouth Nr Gunnison | 14 cfs | → |
| Taylor River At Taylor Park | 210 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Taylor Canyon -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Park Cone | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Park Cone | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Butte | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Butte | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Crested Butte Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Pitkin 1.1 Sw | 24.0 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 Fossil Ridge
- The Meadows City
- Legion Jorgensen Park
- Wilderness Maroon Bells-Snowmass
- White River National Forest
- Wilderness Collegiate Peaks
Boat launches
- South Bank Day Use Area/ Boat Access- Gunnison Rd
- Slot #2 Day Use Area/Boat Access- Gunnison Rd
- Boat Ramp Road Gunnison County
- Boat Dock Road Gunnison County
- Silver Thread Scenic Byway Gunnison County
- Us 50 Gunnison County
Fishing spots
- Spring Creek Reservoir
- Taylor Park Reservoir
- Mirror Lake (Almont)
- Tomichi Creek
- Meridian Lake
- Lake Irwin
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 Taylor Canyon as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Taylor Canyon
Can I make reservations at Taylor Canyon?
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 Taylor Canyon?
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 Taylor Canyon.