Willows campground
Willows
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. It is a first-come, first-serve campground with a total of 16 campsites available. An interesting fact about the area is that it was used as a filming location for the movie "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid."
The best time to visit the Willows Camping Area is from June to August, with average temperatures ranging from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and cooling down to the 40s at night. Visitors will enjoy the pleasant weather and lush vegetation during this time of year, but it is important to note that the campground may be crowded during peak season.
What's on-site at Willows
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
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 Willows, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cow Creek North Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Elliott Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Elliott Creek Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Cow Creek South Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Cataract Creek Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Willows -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blue River Below Green Mountain Reservoir | 63 cfs | → |
| Williams Fork Near Parshall | 70 cfs | → |
| Williams Fork Below Williams Fork Reservoir | 18 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Kremmling | 322 cfs | → |
| Williams Fork Near Leal | 100 cfs | → |
| Piney River Below Piney Lake | 42 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Willows -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverthorne 21 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Elliot Ridge | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Elliot Ridge Snotel | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Williams Fork Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Summit Ranch | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Summit Ranch | 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
Boat launches
- Co 9 Summit County
- Confluence Rec Site Boat Ramp
- Radium Rec Site Boat Ramp
- State Bridge River Access
- State Bridge Boat Ramp
- Two Bridges Boat Ramp
Fishing spots
- Green Mountain Reservoir
- Lower Cataract Lake
- Upper Cataract Lake
- Williams Fork Reservoir
- Wolford Mountain Reservoir
- Nottingham Lake
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 Willows as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Willows
Can I make reservations at Willows?
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 Willows?
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 Willows.