Gordon Flowage campground
Gordon Flowage
The Gordon Flowage campground offers a variety of amenities, including restrooms, picnic tables, fire rings, and a boat ramp for easy access to the water. The area is known for its abundant wildlife, including deer, turkey, and various species of birds.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of the Gordon Dam, which was built in the 1930s as part of a flood control effort. The dam created the Gordon Flowage, a 1,600-acre lake that is a popular destination for fishing and boating enthusiasts.
The best time of year to visit the Gordon Flowage camping area is during the summer months, when temperatures average in the mid-80s during the day and drop to the low 60s at night. Fall is also a beautiful time to visit, with colorful foliage and cooler temperatures. Winter and spring can be chilly and wet, so visitors should come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear.
Overall, the Gordon Flowage camping area is a scenic and peaceful destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a relaxing getaway in the heart of the Ozarks.
What's on-site at Gordon Flowage
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 Gordon Flowage, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gordan Dam | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gordon Dam Park Landing | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gordon Dam | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Totagatic County Park Campground | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Totogatic Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Gordon Flowage -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| St. Croix River Near Danbury | 906 cfs | → |
| Bois Brule River At Brule | 131 cfs | → |
| Nemadji River Near South Superior | 162 cfs | → |
| Namekagon River At Leonards | 102 cfs | → |
| St. Louis River At Scanlon | 2,210 cfs | → |
| North Fish Creek Near Moquah | 55 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Gordon Flowage -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Range 7.0 Sse | 18.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Springbrook 4.0 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hayward 9.2 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bruno | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ranger Station | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hayward 4.4 Sse | 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
- Lucius Woods State Park
- Brule River State Forest
- Bass Lake Park
- Anna Gene County Park
- Mooney Dam County Park
- Lake Minnesuing County Park
Boat launches
- Saint Croix Flowage -- Gordon Dam Access - Nr Cty Y
- Saint Croix Flowage -- Access At Gordon - Off Flowage Ln
- Whitefish Lake -- Access At Sw Corner Of Lake
- Crystal Lake -- Access At Ne Side Of Lake Off Crystal Lake Rd
- Cranberry Lake -- Access
- Leader Lake -- Access
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 Gordon Flowage as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Gordon Flowage
Can I make reservations at Gordon Flowage?
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 Gordon Flowage?
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 Gordon Flowage.