W. Lee Colburn Park campground
W. Lee Colburn Park
There are several nearby points of interest for visitors to enjoy, including Lake Travis, which is popular for swimming, boating, and fishing. The area is also home to several wineries, breweries, and restaurants, providing visitors with plenty of options for food and drink.
The campground is equipped with several amenities to make camping more comfortable, including picnic tables, fire pits, and restrooms. There are a total of 30 campsites available at the park, which can be reserved in advance.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to Native American tribes, who used the land for hunting and fishing. Today, visitors can still find evidence of these early inhabitants, including arrowheads and stone tools.
The best time of year to visit W Lee Colburn Park is during the spring or fall when temperatures range from the mid-60s to the mid-80s. This is an ideal time to explore the park's many hiking trails and take in the beautiful scenery.
What's on-site at W. Lee Colburn 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 W. Lee Colburn Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballinger City Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ballinger Lake Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lakeside - Hords Creek Lake | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Flatrock Park - Hords Creek Lake | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Abilene State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of W. Lee Colburn Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elm Ck At Ballinger | 56 cfs | → |
| Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger | 629 cfs | → |
| Hords Ck Nr Coleman | 0 cfs | → |
| Concho Rv At Paint Rock | 274 cfs | → |
| Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman | · | → |
| Colorado Rv Nr Stacy | 15 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of W. Lee Colburn Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Water Treatment Plant | 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.
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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 W. Lee Colburn Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About W. Lee Colburn Park
Can I make reservations at W. Lee Colburn 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 W. Lee Colburn 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 W. Lee Colburn Park.