Ute I Horse Camp campground
Ute I Horse Camp
Campground amenities include a vault toilet, picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water. The campsite is open from May through October and is best visited in the summer months when temperatures are mild, averaging around 70-80°F during the day and 40-50°F at night.
One interesting fact about the area is that it was once inhabited by the Ute Native American tribe, who used the surrounding mountains and valleys for hunting and gathering. Today, the area is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Overall, the Ute I Horse Camp is a great choice for those looking to explore the natural beauty of Colorado's Upper Gunnison watershed, with plenty of nearby attractions and activities to keep visitors busy.
What's on-site at Ute I Horse Camp
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 Ute I Horse Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| (Overflow E) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cesario Camp (Dragonfly Anglers Only) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ute Bluff | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ute Ii | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Shady Grove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ute I Horse Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Smith Fork Near Lazear | 1 cfs | → |
| North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear | 692 cfs | → |
| N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr | 774 cfs | → |
| Uncompahgre River At Delta | 100 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River At Delta | 932 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River Below Gunnison Tunnel | 303 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ute I Horse Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotchkiss 4.7 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Montrose 4.0 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hotchkiss 5wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Montrose 7.3 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Canyon Of The Gunnison | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Montrose 1.6 E | 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
- Olathe Community Park
- Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area
- Sweitzer Lake State Park
- Centennial Plaza
- Confluence Park
- Rainbow Meadows
Boat launches
- Chukar Boat Ramp
- Orchard Boat Launch
- Shea Road Delta County
- South River Road Delta County
- Delta County
- Gunnison Forks
Fishing spots
- Sweitzer Lake
- Fruitgrowers Reservoir
- Crawford Reservoir
- Confluence Lake
- Gunnison River
- Gould Reservoir
Points of interest
- Eagle Rock Shelter Archaeological Site
- Astronomy Program
- South Rim Visitor Center
- Cimarron Visitor Center
- Cedaredge Observation Site
- Wells Gulch
Paddle runs
- The Painted Wall To The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument-Gunnison Gorge Wilderness Boundary
- Gunnison River Segment 2
- Gunnison Gorge
- The Southern Boundary Of The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument To The Painted Wall
- Roubideau Creek Segment 2
- Roubideau Creek Segment 1
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 Ute I Horse Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ute I Horse Camp
Can I make reservations at Ute I Horse Camp?
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 Ute I Horse Camp?
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 Ute I Horse Camp.