Buffalo Springs campground
Buffalo Springs
What's on-site at Buffalo Springs
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 Buffalo Springs, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Springs Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Weston Pass Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Weston Pass | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Mushroom Gulch Site 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mushroom Gulch Site 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Buffalo Springs -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas River Below Granite | 350 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River At Granite | 150 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Above Clear Creek Reservoir | 109 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Below Empire Gulch Near Malta | 113 cfs | → |
| Tarryall Creek At Upper Station | 8 cfs | → |
| S Platte R Ab 11-Mile Canyon Re | 269 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Buffalo Springs -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rough And Tumble | 1.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Rough And Tumble | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Platte River | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fairplay 2.7 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buena Vista | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buckskin Joe | 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
- Mcphelemy Park
- Spinney Mountain State Park
- Arapaho National Forest
- Wilderness Collegiate Peaks
- Wilderness Leadville
- Eleven Mile State Park
Boat launches
- Ahra - Number 4 Rec Site
- Ahra - Railroad Bridge Rec Site
- Cr 390 Chaffee County
- Dexter Point Boating Site
- Ahra - Fishermans Bridge Rec Site
- Ahra - Ruby Mountain Rec Sits
Fishing spots
- Antero Reservoir
- Rich Creek
- Clear Creek Reservoir
- Sunnyside Fishing Site
- Spinney Mountain Reservoir
- Whistler Point
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 Buffalo Springs as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Buffalo Springs
Can I make reservations at Buffalo Springs?
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 Buffalo Springs?
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 Buffalo Springs.