Tunnel Campground campground
Tunnel Campground
There are several nearby points of interest, including the town of Gunnison, which is only a short drive away. The town has a variety of shops and restaurants, as well as an art center and several museums. The Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is also nearby, offering visitors the chance to explore the stunning scenery of the canyon.
The campground amenities include drinking water, vault toilets, and fire rings at each campsite. The campground is first-come-first-served, which means that there are no reservations available, so visitors need to arrive early to secure a spot. There are 21 campsites available, and each one can accommodate up to eight people.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the largest aspen clone in the world, known as Pando. Pando is an extensive grove of aspen trees that are all genetically identical, and it covers more than 100 acres.
The best time of year to visit Tunnel Campground is from June through September when the weather is warm and dry. The average temperatures during this time range from the mid-60s to the low 80s, making it an ideal time for camping and outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Tunnel Campground
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 Tunnel Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tunnel | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Big South Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Big South | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Aspen Glen Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Aspen Glen | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tunnel Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Wright Creek Below Joe Wright Reservoir | 6 cfs | → |
| Laramie River Near Glendevey | 48 cfs | → |
| Joe Wright Creek Above Joe Wright Reservoir | 3 cfs | → |
| Michigan River Near Cameron Pass | 5 cfs | → |
| Grand River Ditch At La Poudre Pass | 77 cfs | → |
| Illinois Creek Near Rand | 50 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tunnel Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rawah | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rawah | 1.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Joe Wright | 5.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Joe Wright | 6.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Deadman Hill | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Deadman Hill | 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
- Rawah Wilderness
- State Forest State Park
- Neota Wilderness
- Cache La Poudre Wilderness
- Wilderness Never Summer
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
Boat launches
- Chambers Lake Boating Site
- Nowata Drive 597, Larimer County
- Nowata Drive 407, Larimer County
- Nowata Drive 875, Larimer County
- Dowdy Drive 2, Larimer County
Fishing spots
- Freewater Bridge Fishing Site
- Laramie Lake
- Lost Lake (Cameron Pass)
- Chambers Lake
- Barnes Meadow Reservoir
- Joe Wright Fishing Site
Points of interest
- Deadman Lookout
- Alpine Visitor Center
- Mccallum - Auto Tour Site
- Fall River Visitor Center
- Moraine Park Discovery Center
- Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Paddle runs
- Spencer Heights
- Rustic (Upper)
- Big South
- Source In Se 1/4 Sec 25, T10n, R75w To End Of The Four-Wheel Drive Road East Of The Nf Poudre Campground (Nw 1/4 Of Sec 21, T10n, R74w
- End Of Four-Wheel Drive Road To Pearl Creek In Se 1/4 Sec 21, T10n, R74w
- Headwaters To Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
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 Tunnel Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tunnel Campground
Can I make reservations at Tunnel Campground?
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 Tunnel Campground?
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 Tunnel Campground.