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Recreation Region: Canyon Lakes Ranger District

Big South Campground

This is a small campground located adjacent to Highway 14 and the Cache La Poudre River near the Big South Trailhead. It is best suited for tent or small RV camping. There are four sites, each with a picnic table and fire ring. 

Reservations

First come, first served campground

General Information

A single site may hold up to eight people. Tents must fit on the pads provided. RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur because driving or parking off road is not permitted. The parking length ranges from 15 to 30 feet.

Interagency Senior, Interagency Access, Golden Age and Golden Access passes provide cardholders half price for basic campground fees.

Check Current Conditions under Campground Status for fee information.

Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 40.633281

Longitude: -105.808492

Elevation

8,440’

Directions

Drive 11 miles north of Fort Collins on U.S. Highway 287.Turn left (west) onto Colorado Highway 14 (Poudre River Canyon) and travel approximately 47 miles.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 11th, 2025