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Big South National Forest Campground

Big South Campground is a small, first-come, first-served campground with four sites located adjacent to Highway 14 and the Cache la Poudre River near the Big South Trailhead, ideal for tent and small RV camping.

Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with parking spurs accommodating 15-30 feet in length; note that potable water is not available on-site.

The campground offers river fishing opportunities and is situated at 8,440 feet elevation, approximately 47 miles west of Fort Collins via Highway 14.


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