Telephone Canyon campground
Telephone Canyon
The camping area offers a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There are 21 campsites available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and visitors are advised to arrive early to secure a spot. The area is popular among hikers, bird watchers, and stargazers, and is known for its peaceful and quiet atmosphere.
An interesting fact about the Telephone Canyon Camping Area is that it was once used by the U.S. Army for training during World War II. Today, however, it is a popular spot for camping and outdoor recreation.
The best time of year to visit the Telephone Canyon Camping Area is in the spring or fall, when temperatures are mild and the weather is pleasant. Average temperatures in the spring range from 50-70°F, while fall temperatures range from 60-80°F. Visitors are advised to check the weather forecast before heading out and to come prepared for changing weather conditions. Overall, Telephone Canyon Camping Area is a beautiful and peaceful place to experience the natural beauty of Texas.
What's on-site at Telephone Canyon
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 Telephone Canyon, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roys Peak Vista | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mckinney Springs | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| La Noria Campsite #2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| K-Bar Campsite #2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Grapevine Hills Campsite #3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Telephone Canyon -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande At Rio Grande Village | 27 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande Nr Castolon | 194 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
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 Telephone Canyon as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Telephone Canyon
Can I make reservations at Telephone Canyon?
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 Telephone Canyon?
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 Telephone Canyon.