Iris Park campground
Iris Park
Reservations are accepted at Iris Park camping area, ensuring campers can secure a spot in advance. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability. The best time of year to visit the campground is during the spring and fall when the weather is pleasant and mild. Summers can be hot, while winters may experience freezing temperatures, so it is essential to plan accordingly and pack appropriate gear.
While camping in the area, visitors should be cautious of wildlife such as bears and snakes. It is recommended to store food securely and be mindful of surroundings while hiking or exploring. Additionally, campers should follow all fire safety protocols and ensure all fires are fully extinguished before leaving the area. Overall, Iris Park camping area offers a range of amenities, accepts reservations, and provides opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a great destination for nature enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Iris 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 Iris Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beatty Lakes | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Greenwood Canyon Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Middle Ponil Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Seally Canyon Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ring Place Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Iris Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Costilla Creek Below Costilla Dam | 2 cfs | → |
| Santistevan Creek Near Costilla | 1 cfs | → |
| Costilla Creek Above Costilla Dam | 2 cfs | → |
| Casias Creek Near Costilla | 3 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Below Eagle Nest Dam | 19 cfs | → |
| Ponil Creek Near Cimarron | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Iris Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Shuree Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Shuree | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eagle Nest | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tolby | 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
- Cimarron Canyon State Park
- Eagle Nest Lake State Park
- Wilderness Latir Peak
- San Isabel National Forest
- Wilderness Wheeler Peak
- Vietnam Veterans' Memorial State Park
Fishing spots
- Shuree Lakes Fishing
- Red River Fishing
- Columbine Creek Fishing
- Sanchez Reservoir
- Rio Grande Fishing
- Rio Fernando Fishing
Points of interest
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 Iris Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Iris Park
Can I make reservations at Iris Park?
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 Iris 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 Iris Park.