Thunder Lake Stock Campsite campground
Thunder Lake Stock Campsite
There are several nearby points of interest, including Thunder Lake, which is a popular destination for day hikes and fishing. The campsite is also located near the Wild Basin Trailhead, which provides access to several hiking trails, including the popular Ouzel Falls Trail.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. The campsites are first-come-first-serve and there are a total of 20 sites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that Thunder Lake was named by surveyors who heard the sound of thunder coming from the area due to the large rock formations.
The best time of year to visit Thunder Lake Stock Campsite is during the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperatures range from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden weather changes and cold temperatures at night. Overall, Thunder Lake Stock Campsite is a great place to experience the natural beauty of Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park.
What's on-site at Thunder Lake Stock Campsite
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 Thunder Lake Stock Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunder Lake Cs #1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Thunder Lake Cs #3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Thunder Lake Cs #2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ouzel Lake Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sandbeach Lake Group Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Thunder Lake Stock Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Lake Outlet Blw Chipmunk Ln At Grand Lk | 212 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Bl Shadow Mountain Reservoir | 518 cfs | → |
| South St. Vrain Creek Near Ward | 50 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Lake Granby | 108 cfs | → |
| Colorado R Below Baker Gulch | 192 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Granby | 76 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Thunder Lake Stock Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Wild Basin | 6.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Wild Basin | 8.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Copeland Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Copeland Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sawtooth | 9.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bear Lake | 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
- Rocky Mountain National Park
- Wilderness Never Summer
- Protection Area (National) Bowen Gulch Protection Area (National)
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
- Wilderness Indian Peaks
- Neota Wilderness
Boat launches
- Boat Launch Grand Lake
- Hilltop Boating Site
- Grand County
- Us 34 Grand County
- Cr 6 Grand County
- Willow Creek Boating Site
Fishing spots
- Thunder Lake - Rmnp
- Box Lake & Drainage - Rmnp
- Frigid Lake
- Ouzel Lake - Rmnp
- Fifth Lake - Rmnp
- Fourth Lake - Rmnp
Points of interest
- Moraine Park Discovery Center
- Kawuneeche Visitor Center
- Osprey Viewing Site
- Pawnee Overlook Observation Site
- Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
- Fall River Visitor Center
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115
- Begins 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115 To Eastern Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
- Nsv
- Begins 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of Fern Lake Road To Eastern Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
- Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Away From Trail Ridge Road
- Ssv - Confluence To Picnic Grounds
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 Thunder Lake Stock Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Thunder Lake Stock Campsite
Can I make reservations at Thunder Lake Stock Campsite?
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 Thunder Lake Stock Campsite?
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 Thunder Lake Stock Campsite.