About SW/Central Flat Tops Area
Southwest and central Flat Tops area. Access often from New Castle.
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SW/Central Flat Tops Area
New Castle, Colorado · Garfield County · Facility
Southwest and central Flat Tops area. Access often from New Castle.
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39.57301, -107.52525
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Weather at SW/Central Flat Tops Area
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
66°/51°
💧 5%🌬 20mph
↑ 5:45 AM ↓ 8:30 PM
Sun
Clear
77°/46°
💧 1%🌬 19mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:30 PM
Mon
Clear
84°/52°
🌬 21mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:31 PM
Tue
Overcast
84°/50°
🌬 14mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 8:32 PM
Wed
Overcast
83°/52°
💧 5%🌬 11mph
↑ 5:43 AM ↓ 8:32 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to SW/Central Flat Tops Area
Heading to SW/Central Flat Tops Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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