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Jacks Gulch Group Campground
*Heavily damaged during the Cameron Peak Fire. Remains closed in 2024 while engineering planning for reconstruction occurs.
This group facility is situated in a ponderosa pine forest and accommodates up to 100 people. There are 10 tent pads each 14 feet by 17 feet in size. There are two common cooking and eating sites each with four picnic tables, a charcoal grill and fire pit. There is also a covered picnic shelter, restroom and water located on the site. This group site has a bear locker. The group site parking will accommodate several cars and up to nine RVs. There are nine electrical outlets for RVs.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Heavily damaged by the Cameron Peak Fire and will remain closed until rebuilt |
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| Reservations: | Reservations are not available for 2022 or 2023. |
| Fees: | Check detailed fee information on www.recreation.gov or see general fees on our campground table. |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Maximum group size is 100 people for day use, or up to 60 people for overnight use. Group site parking will accommodate several cars and up to nine RVs. Horses are not allowed in the group site. |
| Closest Towns: | Fort Collins, Rustic |
| Water: | Drinking water is usually available through late September. |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilets |
| Operated By: | Vista Recreation |
General Information
Directions: Drive 10 miles north of Fort Collins on U.S. Highway 287.Turn left (west) onto Colorado Highway 14. Drive approximately 26 miles and turn left (south) onto Pingree Park Road (county road 63E). Drive approximately six miles to the campground.Activities
Campground Camping
Reserve your group site up to 360 days in advance. There is plenty for everyone here -- hiking, fishing (down the road), mountain biking (outside of the wilderness area) and relaxing near the Comanche Peak Wilderness area.
| No. of Sites | 1 group site |
| Reservation Info | Reservations are accepted at the campsite. Sites can be reserved as early as 360 days in advance up to a minimum of four days prior to arrival. Reservations may be made by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. |
| Fire Information | Unless fire restrictions are in effect, campfires are allowed in the fire ring provided, dead and down wood may be gathered from the forest if available. Wood may also be purchased from the hosts. |
RV Camping
Reserve your group site up to 360 days in advance. There is plenty for everyone here -- hiking, fishing (down the road), mountain biking (outside of the wilderness area) and relaxing near the Comanche Peak Wilderness area.
| No. of Sites | 1 group site |
| Pavement Type for Parking | Gravel |
| Reservation Info | Reservations are accepted at the campsite. Make your reservations at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777 as early as 180 days in advance and at least 4 days prior to arrival. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov. |
| Hookup - Water | no |
| Hookup - Sewer | no |
| Dump Stations | no |
| Hookups - Electric | yes |
| Fire Information | Campfires are allowed. Dead and down wood may be gathered from the forest. Wood may also be purchased from the campground hosts. |
Group Camping
Reserve your group site up to 360 days in advance. There is plenty to do for everyone -- hiking, fishing (down the road), mountain biking (outside of the wilderness area) and relaxing near the Comanche Peak Wilderness area. This campground accommodates 60 people overnight.
| No. of Sites | Ten tent pads plus RV parking. |
| Reservation Info | Reservations are accepted at the campsite. Sites can be reserved as early as 360 days in advance up to a minimum of four days prior to arrival. Reservations may be made by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. |
| Group Shelter | Yes |
| Hookups - Electric | Yes |
| Fire Information | Unless fire restrictions are in effect, campfires are allowed in provided grates or fire rings. |
| Sleeping Shelter | No |