Cameron Pass & Poudre Canyon, CO
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 35°F. Risk of rain later today (56%). Temperatures outside comfort limits (35°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Not Recommended for camping. High near 35°F. Risk of rain later today (56%). Temperatures outside comfort limits (35°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Paddling
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 35°F. Rain forecast later today (56%). Temperatures outside comfort limits (35°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Fishing
Not Recommended for fishing. High near 35°F. Risk of rain later today (56%). Temperatures outside comfort limits (35°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Snowmobiling
Use Caution for snowmobiling. High near 35°F. Risk of rain later today (56%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Sledding / Snowshoeing
Use Caution for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 35°F. Risk of rain later today (56%).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Cameron Pass & Poudre Canyon
Cameron Pass & Poudre Canyon is a northern mountain corridor page for canyon drives, river access, campgrounds, high-country trailheads, and pass-area day trips west of Fort Collins.
Make the Most of a Cameron Pass & Poudre Canyon Day
Plan around river flow, canyon road conditions, storm timing, and colder pass weather. Conditions can change quickly between lower Poudre Canyon and Cameron Pass.
Weather Tips for Cameron Pass & Poudre Canyon
- Mountain storms, lightning, high water, cold nights, canyon road closures, wildfire smoke, and snow or ice near the pass can all affect plans.
- Check wind, waves, current, water temperature, and lightning risk before choosing open water, river, or shoreline plans.
- For campground days, check overnight lows, fire restrictions, storm timing, and how quickly shelter is available.
- Start early for high routes because afternoon storms, cold wind, and road issues can narrow your options quickly.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page is meant to cover a roughly 25-mile outdoor-planning area around Cameron Pass & Poudre Canyon, including upper Poudre Canyon, Cameron Pass, nearby campgrounds, high-country lakes, and routes toward State Forest State Park. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Poudre Canyon
- Cameron Pass
- Rustic
- Gould
- Joe Wright Reservoir
- State Forest State Park
- Red Feather Lakes approaches
- Cache la Poudre River
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Cameron Pass & Poudre Canyon rather than forcing one itinerary. Match elevation, heat, wind, storm timing, water conditions, trail surfaces, road conditions, fire restrictions, and seasonal closures to the activity that gives your group the most comfortable day.