Cowskin Camping Area campground
Cowskin Camping Area
Nearby points of interest include the town of Dove Creek, which is known for its historic downtown district and its annual Dove Creek Mushroom Festival. Other nearby attractions include the Dolores River, the San Juan National Forest, and the Mesa Verde National Park.
Campground amenities are limited, with no potable water or electricity available, but there are pit toilets and fire rings for campfires. Visitors are advised to bring their own water and supplies.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Dolores River is one of the last free-flowing rivers in the southwest, and that it provides critical habitat for a variety of fish and wildlife species. The surrounding mountains are also home to a number of rare and endangered plant species.
The best time of year to visit the Cowskin Camping Area is during the summer months, when temperatures average in the mid to high 80s. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperature, as the area is known for its unpredictable weather patterns.
Sources:
- "Cowskin Camping Area." Recreation.gov, U.S. Department of the Interior, accessed 26 July 2021, https://www.recreation.gov/camping/cowskin-camping-area/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70545.
- "Dove Creek Mushroom Festival." Colorado.com, Colorado Tourism Office, accessed 26 July 2021, https://www.colorado.com/events/dove-creek-mushroom-festival.
What's on-site at Cowskin Camping Area
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 Cowskin Camping Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dewey Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dewey Bridge | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Dewey Bridge Recreation Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hittle Bottom Recreation Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hittle Bottom | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cowskin Camping Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River Near Cisco | 2,820 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Cisco | 116 cfs | → |
| Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab | 4 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Gateway | 112 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 1 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Below Sheley Tunnel | 3 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cowskin Camping Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Valley 1se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Glade Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 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
- Arches National Park
- Wilderness Black Ridge Canyons
- Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area
- Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation
- Sand Flats Recreation Area
- Old City Park
Boat launches
- Dewey Bridge Recreation Site
- Hittle Bottom Recreation Site
- Ut 128 Moab
- Grand County
- Lower Onion Creek Boat Ramp
- Fisher Towers Road Grand County
Fishing spots
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 Cowskin Camping Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cowskin Camping Area
Can I make reservations at Cowskin Camping Area?
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 Cowskin Camping Area?
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 Cowskin Camping Area.