Ute Iii campground
Ute Iii
The campground amenities include a vault toilet, fire rings, and picnic tables. It is important to note that there is no accessible water source at the campsite, so visitors must bring their own water or filter it from nearby streams.
Interesting facts about the area include that it is home to the largest aspen grove in the world, which provides beautiful fall foliage. Additionally, the Gunnison River is a popular destination for fishing, with rainbow and brown trout being the most common catches.
The best time of year to visit the Ute III Campsite is during the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperature ranges from 70-80°F during the day and drops to 40-50°F at night. Visitors should also be aware that the campsite sits at an elevation of 9,000 feet, so it may be cooler than expected during the summer months.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recarea/?recid=32516
- https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/colorado/gunnison-national-forest/camping
- https://www.colorado.com/camping/ute-iii-campground
What's on-site at Ute Iii
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 Iii, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stalagmite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tipi | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Shady Grove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Caddis Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ute Ii | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ute Iii -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear | 594 cfs | → |
| Smith Fork Near Lazear | 1 cfs | → |
| N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr | 643 cfs | → |
| Uncompahgre River At Delta | 100 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River At Delta | 886 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River Below Gunnison Tunnel | 303 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ute Iii -- 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 | → |
| Hotchkiss 5wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Montrose 4.0 Nw | 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
- Sweitzer Lake State Park
- Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area
- Confluence Park
- Centennial Plaza
- 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 Iii as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ute Iii
Can I make reservations at Ute Iii?
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 Iii?
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 Iii.