Cold Springs Group Camp campground
Cold Springs Group Camp
Reservations are required to secure a spot at Cold Springs Group Camp, which can be made online through the recreation.gov website. The campground is open from late May to early October, with availability on a first-come, first-served basis during the off-season. It is recommended to make reservations well in advance, especially during peak summer months, to ensure a spot at this popular campground.
The best time to visit Cold Springs Group Camp is during the warmer months when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities. The campsite is surrounded by scenic mountain views, making it an ideal destination for hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Campers should be cautious of potential encounters with bears in the area and are advised to practice proper food storage techniques to prevent attracting wildlife.
In conclusion, Cold Springs Group Camp in Idaho offers a beautiful camping experience with amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Reservations should be made in advance, and the best time to visit is during the warmer months. Campers should be aware of the lack of potable water and take precautions to prevent attracting wildlife.
What's on-site at Cold Springs Group 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 Cold Springs Group Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damascus Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pink House Recreation Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Partridge Creek Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Little Boulder Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Meadow Creek Atv Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cold Springs Group Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clearwater River At Orofino Id | 16,000 cfs | → |
| Clearwater River Nr Peck Id | 17,200 cfs | → |
| Big Canyon Creek Nr Peck Id | 18 cfs | → |
| Lolo Creek Nr Greer Id | 662 cfs | → |
| Potlatch River Bel Little Potlatch Cr Nr Spalding | 70 cfs | → |
| Lapwai Creek Nr Lapwai Id | 20 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cold Springs Group Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orofino 4.4 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Orofino 3.8 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Elk Butte | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Elk Butte | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Pierce R.S. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Pierce | 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
- Dworshak State Park
- Nez Perce National Historic Park - Canoe Camp Site
- Saint Joe National Forest
- Vollmer Park
- Nez Perce National Historic Park
- Winchester Lake State 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 Cold Springs Group Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cold Springs Group Camp
Can I make reservations at Cold Springs Group 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 Cold Springs Group 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 Cold Springs Group Camp.