Tom Bennett campground
Tom Bennett
Nearby points of interest include the historic mining town of Georgetown, located just a few miles away, and the popular ski resort of Loveland Ski Area, only a 30-minute drive from the campground.
The campground offers a range of amenities, including fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets. However, there is no potable water or electricity available at the site. The campsite is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and there are a total of 12 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a popular spot for gold mining during the late 1800s. Visitors can still see remnants of old mining structures and tunnels in the surrounding hills.
The best time of year to visit the Tom Bennett camping area is during the summer months, from June to August, when temperatures range from the mid-50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperature fluctuations at higher elevations.
What's on-site at Tom Bennett
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 Tom Bennett, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Bennett Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| 2 (Spruce) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| 6 (Juniper) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| 3 (Pine) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| 7 (Willow) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tom Bennett -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Grand River Ditch At La Poudre Pass | 101 cfs | → |
| Joe Wright Creek Below Joe Wright Reservoir | 30 cfs | → |
| Michigan River Near Cameron Pass | 7 cfs | → |
| Joe Wright Creek Above Joe Wright Reservoir | 3 cfs | → |
| Cache La Poudre R A Mo Of Cn | 636 cfs | → |
| Buckhorn Creek Near Masonville | 19 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tom Bennett -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourglass Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Hourglass Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Long Draw Resv | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Long Draw Resvr Snotel | 1.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Glen Haven 1.2 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Willow Park | 1.0 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
- Cache La Poudre Wilderness
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
- Neota Wilderness
- Rawah Wilderness
- State Forest State Park
- Roosevelt National Forest
Boat launches
- Chambers Lake Boating Site
- Dowdy Drive 2, Larimer County
- Pineview River Access Point (Put-In, Take-Out)
- Bridges River Access Point (Put-In)
- Bridges River Access Point (Take-Out)
- Bridges River Access Point (Take-Out #2)
Fishing spots
- Comanche Reservoir
- Comanche Lake
- Browns Lake
- Mirror Lake - Rmnp
- Lawn Lake - Rmnp
- Crystal Lake - Rmnp
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 Tom Bennett as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tom Bennett
Can I make reservations at Tom Bennett?
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 Tom Bennett?
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 Tom Bennett.