Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10 Campground
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Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10
Some of the nearby points of interest include the Medicine Wheel, a historic site that is sacred to many Native American cultures, and the Shell Falls Interpretive Center, which provides educational exhibits and programs about the local ecology and geology.
Campground amenities at the Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10 include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water and restrooms. Visitors should note that there is no electricity or cell phone service available at this location.
Interesting facts about the area include that it was once home to the Crow and Shoshone tribes, and later served as a major hunting ground for fur traders and mountain men. Today, the area is known for its rugged beauty and abundance of wildlife, including elk, moose, and grizzly bears.
The best time of year to visit the Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10 is during the summer months, when temperatures average between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to the 40s at night. Visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather and bring appropriate gear for hiking and camping in a wilderness setting.
What's on-site at Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10
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 Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Pot Spring | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Upper Colorado Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| White Owl | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lyons Gulch Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lyons Gulch Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Deep Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River Near Dotsero | 718 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs | 1,070 cfs | → |
| Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs | 316 cfs | → |
| Eagle River Below Gypsum | 83 cfs | → |
| Roaring Fork River Near Emma | 134 cfs | → |
| Fryingpan River Near Ruedi | 69 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bison Lake | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bison Lake | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Glenwood Springs .64 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Glenwood Springs 7.0 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Carbondale 4.6 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Carbondale 4.8 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.2 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 Flat Tops
- Two Rivers Park
- A E Axtell Park
- Sister Lucy Downey Park
- Hyland Park
- Sopris Park
Boat launches
- Lyon's Gulch Boat Ramp
- Dotsero Landing Boat Ramp
- Grizzly Creek Garfield County
- Cottonwood Island Boat Ramp
- Community Boat Ramp
- I 70 Garfield County
Fishing spots
- Big Horn Lake
- Tongue River Fishing West
- Tongue River Fishing East
- Tongue River Fishing Site
- Bighorn Lake
- Upper Paintrock Fishing Site
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 Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10
Can I make reservations at Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10?
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 Five Springs Falls Upper Campsite 10?
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.
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