Cold Water Cove Campground campground
Cold Water Cove Campground
The campground offers several amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. However, it is important to note that there is no potable water available, so campers should bring their own or be prepared to treat the water from the nearby creek. Additionally, there are no electrical hookups or showers at this campground. It is a primitive camping area, allowing visitors to truly immerse themselves in nature.
Reservations are not accepted at Cold Water Cove Campground, and sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak season, to secure a camping spot. The best time of year to visit the campground is during the summer months when the weather is generally pleasant, allowing for various outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
While camping in Cold Water Cove, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, such as bears and cougars, as this area is known to have a healthy population of these animals. Proper food storage techniques and following the guidelines provided by park rangers are crucial to avoid attracting wildlife. Additionally, campers should be mindful of any fire restrictions in place and follow all fire safety protocols to prevent wildfires in this beautiful natural area.
What's on-site at Cold Water Cove 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 Cold Water Cove Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Cap Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Fish Lake Remount Depot - Commissary Cabin | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Fish Lake Remount Depot - Hall House Cabin | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lakes End Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lost Prairie Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cold Water Cove Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mckenzie River At Outlet Of Clear Lake | 293 cfs | → |
| Smith R Ab Smith R Res Nr Belknap Sprgs | 24 cfs | → |
| Mckenzie River Bl Payne Cr | 220 cfs | → |
| Smith River Abv Trail Brdg Resv Nr Belknap Springs | 7 cfs | → |
| Mckenzie R Blw Trail Br Dam Nr Belknap Springs | 831 cfs | → |
| Lookout Creek Near Blue River | 42 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cold Water Cove Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Ridge | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bear Grass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bear Grass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Santiam Jct. | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Hogg Pass | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hogg Pass | 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
- Wilderness Mount Jefferson
- Wilderness Mount Washington
- Elliott Corbett Memorial State Recreation Site
- Wilderness Middle Santiam
- Jennie B. Harris State Recreation Site
- Wilderness Menagerie
Boat launches
- Cold Water Cove Campground
- Carmen Diversion Launch Ramp
- Lake's End Campground
- Smith Reservoir
- Big Lake Campground
- Lost Lake Campground
Points of interest
- Sahalie And Koosah Falls
- Sand Mountain Lookout
- Carpenter Mountain Lookout
- Dee Wright Observatory
- Coffin Mountain Lookout
- Head Of The Metolius Observation Site
Paddle runs
- Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Boundary To Highway 22
- Headwaters To Mt Jefferson Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters To Blue River Reservoir
- Headwaters Of Sevenmile Creek To Confluence With Latiwi Creek
- West Section Line Of Sec 31, T12s, R6e To Middle Santiam Wilderness Boundary
- Middle Santiam 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 Cold Water Cove Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cold Water Cove Campground
Can I make reservations at Cold Water Cove Campground?
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 Cold Water Cove 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 Cold Water Cove Campground.