Larimer County lures RVers with Cache la Poudre River's legendary fly fishing and trails into Roosevelt National Forest. Stay at Mountain Park or Upper and Lower Ansel Watrous Campgrounds to base your assault on nearby Rocky Mountain National Park. Pet-friendly sites and full hookups let you unplug without sacrificing comfort.
Larimer pulses with outdoor grit. The Cache la Poudre River carves through narrow canyons where rafters plunge class IV rapids each summer. Fort Collins hums nearby on Mason Street with microbreweries and live music at Aggie Theatre. Hikers chase peaks in Lory State Park, while anglers hook trout under Highway 14 bridges.
Mountain Park fits groups and power-hungry rigs with 50-amp service, nightly rates spanning $41 to $185. Upper and Lower Ansel Watrous Campgrounds draw budget seekers and big rigs to pet-friendly spots with drinking water, locked at $20 per night. These parks anchor your Poudre Canyon exploits or Fort Collins day trips.
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Larimer County stands out for Cache la Poudre River fly fishing and whitewater rafting in Roosevelt National Forest. This first designated National Wilderness Area draws anglers and adventurers yearly. Trails from Poudre Canyon lead to hidden alpine lakes, while Fort Collins adds craft beer vibes just 30 minutes south.
Mountain Park and Upper and Lower Ansel Watrous Campgrounds top the list near Larimer. Mountain Park offers 50-amp hookups and group sites from $41 to $185 nightly. Ansel Watrous provides pet-friendly, big rig spots with drinking water at $20 per night, both hugging Poudre Canyon roads.
Yes, both Mountain Park and Upper and Lower Ansel Watrous Campgrounds welcome pets. Mountain Park suits groups with 50-amp power alongside furry friends. Ansel Watrous adds drinking water and big rig ease, all at budget rates near Poudre River trails.