Upper Blue Campground campground
Upper Blue Campground
The campground is located near several popular points of interest, including the Wild Rivers Recreation Area, Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, and Taos Ski Valley. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and rafting in the nearby river.
The campground offers 36 campsites that include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water. It is a first-come, first-served campground, so it is important to arrive early to secure a site.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a site for gold and silver mining in the late 1800s. Today, visitors can still see remnants of the mining activity in the surrounding hills.
The best time to visit Upper Blue Campground is during the summer months when temperatures average around 80 degrees during the day and drop to the 50s at night. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather as the area is known for its quick thunderstorms.
What's on-site at Upper Blue Campground
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 Upper Blue Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Crossing Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pueblo Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pueblo Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Head Of Ditch | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Head Of The Ditch Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Blue Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco River Near Reserve | 3,350 cfs | → |
| Nutrioso Cr. Ab. Nelson Res Nr Springerville | 0 cfs | → |
| Blue River Near Clifton | 0 cfs | → |
| Filler Ditch At Greer | 1 cfs | → |
| Little Colorado River At Greer | 1 cfs | → |
| San Francisco River Near Glenwood | 16 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Blue Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Frisco Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Frisco Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beaver Head | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Coronado Trail | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Coronado Trail | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hannagan Meadows | 1.0 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
- Wilderness Blue Range
- Wilderness Escudilla
- Wilderness Bear Wallow
- Wilderness Mount Baldy
- White Mountain Historic Park-Town Park
Fishing spots
- Luna Lake
- San Francisco River
- Aker Lake Fishing Site
- Hulsey Lake Fishing Site
- Big Lake Dam Parking Fishing Site
- Crescent Lake Point Area Fishing Site
Points of interest
- Blue Vista Overlook
- Red Mountain Overlook Observation Site
- Point Of Mountain Scenic Overlook Observation Site
Paddle runs
- Confluence With Castle Creek To Confluence With Dry Blue Creek
- 1.1 Miles Downstream From Us 191 To Confluence Wit Castle Creek
- Us Highway 191 To 1.1 Miles Downstream
- Headwaters To Confluence With Blue River
- Confluence With Bear Creek To 1/4 Mile Above Blue Creek Trailhead
- 1/4 Mile Above Diamond Rock Campground To Confluence With West Fork Black River
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 Upper Blue Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Blue Campground
Can I make reservations at Upper Blue Campground?
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 Upper Blue Campground?
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 Upper Blue Campground.