Transfer Park campground
Transfer Park
The area is home to several nearby points of interest such as the Colorado Trail, Mount Princeton Hot Springs, and the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness Area. The campground itself offers amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. Additionally, the campground is first-come-first-serve, so visitors should arrive early to secure their spot.
There are a total of 15 campsites available at Transfer Park, with spaces for both tents and RVs. An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a mining town, and visitors can still see the remnants of the old mining structures scattered throughout the forest.
The best time of year to visit Transfer Park is during the summer months, typically from June to August. During this time, temperatures average around 70-80°F during the day and drop to 40-50°F at night, providing comfortable camping conditions. Overall, the Transfer Park Camping Area is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Colorado.
What's on-site at Transfer Park
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 Transfer Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer Park Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Florida Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Florida | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Miller Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Miller Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Transfer Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Vallecito Creek Near Bayfield | 451 cfs | → |
| Animas River Above Tacoma | 1,290 cfs | → |
| Florida R Bl Flor Farmers Ditch | 12 cfs | → |
| Animas River At Durango | 1,130 cfs | → |
| Animas River Blw Durango Pump Plant Nr Durango | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Los Pinos River Near Ignacio | 1 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Transfer Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stump Lakes | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Stump Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Vallecito | 7.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Vallecito | 7.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bayfield 6.2 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bayfield 5.2 N | 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 Hermosa Creek
- Memorial Park Phase One
- Janson Memorial Playground
- Memorial Park Phase Two
- Folsom Park
- Chapman Hill Ski Area
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Confluence With Rincon La Vaca And North Fork To Northern Line Of Granite Peak Ranch
- Lake Creek--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Flint Creek--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Sierra Vandera--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Rincon La Osa--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Animas River
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 Transfer Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Transfer Park
Can I make reservations at Transfer Park?
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 Transfer Park?
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 Transfer Park.