Golden Currant Campsite 1 campground
Golden Currant Campsite 1
The campground has basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There is no potable water or electricity, so visitors should bring their own supplies. The area is also known for its abundant golden currant bushes, which bloom in early summer, providing a beautiful backdrop for camping.
The best time to visit the Golden Currant Campsite 1 is from June to September when the weather is mild and dry, with daytime temperatures ranging from 70-80°F and nighttime temperatures dropping to around 50°F. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather, including thunderstorms, and should bring appropriate clothing and gear.
Overall, the Golden Currant Campsite 1 offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience in a stunning natural setting.
What's on-site at Golden Currant Campsite 1
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 Golden Currant Campsite 1, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Currant Campsite 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Golden Currant Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Golden Currant Campsite 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Golden Currant Campsite 4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chalk Bluffs Campsite 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Golden Currant Campsite 1 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater River Near Alcova | 27 cfs | → |
| Deer Creek In Canyon | 64 cfs | → |
| Box Elder Creek At Boxelder | 26 cfs | → |
| Medicine Bow R Ab Seminoe Reservoir | 42 cfs | → |
| L Medicine Bow R At Boles Spring | 12 cfs | → |
| N Platte Riv Ab Seminoe Reservoir | 1,990 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Golden Currant Campsite 1 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Casper Mountain Snotel | 163.0 in | 156.0 in | → |
| Casper Mtn. | 7.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Casper Snow Obs | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Natrona County Airport - Casper Asos | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Casper - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Reno Hill Snotel | 6.0 in | -4.0 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
- Buckboard Park
- Wolf Creek Park
- Casper Mountain County Park
- Morad Park
- Green Meadow Park
- Yesness Park
Boat launches
- Whitetail Day Use Area Boat Ramp
- Chalk Bluffs Boat Ramp
- Miles Landing Boat Ramp 2
- Miles Landing Boat Ramp 1
- Trapper Route Road Natrona County
- Ledge Creek Boat Stopoff
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 Golden Currant Campsite 1 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Golden Currant Campsite 1
Can I make reservations at Golden Currant Campsite 1?
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 Golden Currant Campsite 1?
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 Golden Currant Campsite 1.