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Jacks Gulch Equestrian
*Campground was heavily damaged during the Cameron Peak Fire. Remains closed in 2024 while engineering planning for reconstruction occurs.
Jacks Gulch Equestrian Campground is part of Jacks Gulch Recreation area which has RV, tent and group campsites. A nature trail circles the entire area. The campground is situated in a ponderosa pine forest setting with scattered clones of aspen. There are five sites, each with four horse stalls and room to accommodate a horse trailer. Two of the sites are reservable. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table. Popular riding and hiking trails are easily accessed from this campground.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Heavily damaged by the Cameron Peak Fire and will remain closed until rebuilt. |
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| Fees: | Check detailed fee information on www.recreation.gov or see general fees on our campground table. Fees are discounted 25% when water is off. Interagency Senior, Interagency Access, Golden Age and Golden Access passes provide cardholders half price for basic campground fees. |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Five horse camping sites are available in one loop -- small corrals provided. Please note: Only noxious weed-free hay is allowed on public lands in Colorado. A list of weed-free hay suppliers is available from the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Dispersed camping with horses is also an option. |
| 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 Highway 14 and drive approximately 26 miles. Turn left (south) onto Pingree Park Road (County Road 63E). Drive just over six miles to the campground.Activities
Campground Camping
Five equestrian sites, each with four small corrals, provide ample room for horses, trailers and people. The riding into the Comanche Peak Wilderness area is superb. Remember to bring weed free hay.
| No. of Sites | 5 sites |
| Reservation Info | Reservations are accepted at two of the campsites. Sites can be reserved as early as 180 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. |
Horse Camping
You will find five sites, each with four horse stalls and room to accommodate a horse trailer. Two of the sites are reservable. Popular riding/hiking trails are easily accessed from this campground.
| No. of Sites | Five horse camping sites are available in one loop -- small corrals provided. |
| Reservation Info | Reservations are accepted at two of the five equestrian sites. 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. There is an additional $9 fee for this service via the website and a $10 fee for reservations made via the call center. Reservations may be made at www.recreation.gov. |
| Size Restrictions | Yes |
| Fire Information | 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. |
| Corrals | Yes |
| Loading Ramp | No |
| Water Availability | No |
| Hitching Rails | No |