Teal Lake campground
Teal Lake
Located just a few miles away from the campground is the historic mining town of Telluride, where visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and skiing. The nearby Lizard Head Wilderness Area provides opportunities for backcountry camping and hiking.
The campground itself features 14 first-come-first-serve campsites, each with a picnic table and fire ring. There are no RV hookups or showers, but vault toilets are available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the Ute Native Americans who called the surrounding peaks the "Shining Mountains."
The best time of year to visit Teal Lake Camping Area is during the summer months when temperatures average between 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit. The fall season is also a beautiful time to visit, with the changing colors of the aspen trees. It is important to note that the campground is only accessible by a rough, dirt road and may not be suitable for all vehicles.
What's on-site at Teal Lake
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
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 Teal Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teal Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Teal Lake Group Site | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Grizzly Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Grizzly Guard Station Recreation Rental | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Summit Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Teal Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fish Cr At Upper Sta Nr Steamboat Springs | 274 cfs | → |
| Yampa River At Steamboat Springs | 987 cfs | → |
| Walton Creek Near Steamboat Springs | 347 cfs | → |
| Elk River Near Milner | 1,580 cfs | → |
| Michigan River At Walden | 42 cfs | → |
| Yampa River Below Stagecoach Reservoir | 16 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Teal Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
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 Mount Zirkel
- Arapaho National Wildlife Refuge
- Iron Springs Park
- Emerald Field
- Pearl Lake State Park
- Steamboat Lake State Park
Boat launches
- Teal Lake Boating Site
- Cowdrey Lake Rec Site Boat Ramp
- Cowdrey Lake Rec Site Boat Dock
- Tombstone Nature Trail Routt County
- Uncompahgre Road Routt County
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Hebron Waterfowl Area
- Emerald Mountain Ridge Trailhead Kiosk
- Emerald Mountain Ridge/Rotary Kiosk
- Emerald Mountain Beall Trailhead Kiosk
- Mccallum - Auto Tour Site
- Sarvis Creek Patio/Observation
Paddle runs
- Roaring Fork (West Section Line Sec 28 T9n, R82w); Red Canyon (Nw1/4 Sec 5, T8n, R82w) To East Section Line Sec 34, T9n, R82w
- Headwaters Of North, Middle And South Forks To Confluence Of South Fork With Encampment River
- Lower Fish Creek
- Pumphouse To Double Bridges
- Wy-Co State Line To Encampment River Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters (Continental Divide) And Its West Fork (From West Fork Lake) To North Section Line, Sec 21, T12n, R84w
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 Teal Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Teal Lake
Can I make reservations at Teal Lake?
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 Teal Lake?
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 Teal Lake.