Willows Campground campground
Willows Campground
Nearby points of interest include the Flaming Gorge Dam, which offers tours and educational exhibits, and the Red Canyon Visitor Center. The campground also offers easy access to hiking trails and fishing spots.
Campground amenities include fire pits, picnic tables, and vault toilets. The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, with 19 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to a prehistoric species of fish known as Phytosaurs, which lived in the region over 200 million years ago.
The best time of year to visit the Willows Campground is during the summer months when temperatures range from 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be aware that the area can experience sudden weather changes and should be prepared with appropriate gear.
What's on-site at Willows 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 Willows Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Meadows Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Perception Park Family Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Perception Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Meadows Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Botts Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Willows Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Ogden River Near Huntsville | 76 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Bl Pineview Res Near Huntsville | 177 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek Near Croyden | 48 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Gateway | 264 cfs | → |
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 150 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Nr Gibson Avenue At Ogden | 250 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Willows Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Lightning Ridge | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Powder Mountain | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lightning Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Dry Bread Pond | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Horse Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Horse Ridge | 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
Boat launches
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 Willows Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Willows Campground
Can I make reservations at Willows 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 Willows 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 Willows Campground.