Yucca - Lathrop State Park campground
Yucca - Lathrop State Park
Nearby points of interest include the Lathrop State Park Golf Course, which is a popular destination for golf enthusiasts, and the nearby Great Sand Dunes National Park. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, fishing, and picnicking at the park.
The campground amenities include hot showers, flush toilets, fire pits, and picnic tables. There are 103 campsites available for visitors, with a mix of reservation and first-come-first-serve options.
An interesting fact about Yucca Lathrop State Park is that it is home to the world's largest dinosaur trackway, which was discovered in 2002. Visitors can view the tracks on a guided tour.
The best time of year to visit Yucca Lathrop State Park is from May to September, with average temperatures ranging from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be aware that the park can be crowded during the peak summer months.
What's on-site at Yucca - Lathrop State 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 Yucca - Lathrop State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinon - Lathrop State Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Camp Joseph | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cordova Pass Picnic Area And Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Greenhorn Meadows Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bear Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Yucca - Lathrop State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Huerfano River At Badito | 15 cfs | → |
| Cucharas River At Boyd Ranch | 5 cfs | → |
| Huerfano R At Manzanares Xing | 17 cfs | → |
| Trinchera C Ab Turners Ranch | 5 cfs | → |
| Trinchera C Ab Mtn Home Re | 3 cfs | → |
| Huerfano R Bl Huerf Valy Dam Nr Undercliffe | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Yucca - Lathrop State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walsenburg 1.0 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Aguilar 7.2 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Apishapa Rvr | 1.0 in | 1.3 in | → |
| Fort Garland 13.3 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Apishapa | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Apishapa | 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
- Lathrop State Park
- Wilderness Greenhorn Mountain
- Wilderness Spanish Peaks
- Rye Park
- Greenhorn Meadows Park
- Graham Memorial 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 Yucca - Lathrop State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Yucca - Lathrop State Park
Can I make reservations at Yucca - Lathrop State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Yucca - Lathrop State 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 Yucca - Lathrop State Park.