Painted Rocks overview
Painted Rocks
There are several good reasons to visit the Painted Rocks. The area is a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and exploring nature. The Painted Rocks offer a unique geological and cultural experience, as visitors can see the ancient volcanic rocks and the painted designs that have been created over time. Additionally, the area is located within the Upper Putah watershed, which is an important source of water for the surrounding communities. Visitors can learn about the importance of watershed conservation and the efforts being made to protect this vital resource. Overall, the Painted Rocks offer a one-of-a-kind experience that combines outdoor adventure with cultural and environmental education.
Plan your visit 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.
| 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.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Cache Creek Wilderness
- Cache Creek Canyon Regional Park
- Camp Haswell Park
- Anderson Marsh State Historic Park
- Boggs Mountain State Forest
- Rebud Park
Campgrounds
- Cedar Creek Ohv Dispersed - Knoxville Ra
- Hunting Creek Camp
- Lower Hunting Creek - Knoxville Rec Area
- Buck Island Campground
- Cache Creek Canyon County Park
- Camp Site 1-35
Fishing spots
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Painted Rocks as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Painted Rocks
What is Painted Rocks?
A point of interest in California tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Painted Rocks.