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Ansel Watrous Campground

Ansel Watrous Campground offers 17 sites along the Cache la Poudre River with direct river access for fishing and paddling, located 22 miles northwest of Fort Collins via Highway 14.

The upper loop (open year-round) accommodates RVs up to 45 feet, while the lower loop is seasonal and limited to 30-foot RVs due to a tight hairpin turn at the entrance; each site includes a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring, and bear locker.

Amenities include vault toilets and potable water (available through late September), with nearby hiking trails and a well-maintained campground managed by an on-site host.


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