Tunnel Campground
This campground is located along the Laramie River Road (County Road 103) near the confluence of the West Branch Laramie River and the Laramie River. It is situated in a mature lodgepole pine forest where the mountain pine beetle has been very active. As a result, many dead trees have been cut to provide for visitor safety. Although somewhat less shady than in years past, the facility still provides for a pleasant camping experience. Each of the 49 sites has a picnic table, fire grate and tent pad. All campsites with a tent pad have a bear locker. Popular activities include stream fishing, hiking in the Rawah Wilderness and wildlife viewing.
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At a Glance
Reservations: | All campsites are first-come, first-served |
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Open Season: | ... - ... |
Usage: | Heavy |
Restrictions: | 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 25 to 70 feet. |
Closest Towns: | Fort Collins, Rustic, Walden |
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. Drive approximately 50 miles and turn right (north) onto County Road 103 (Laramie River Road). It is approximately seven miles to the campground entrance, which is on the west side of the road.Activities
Campground Camping
You may spot moose along the Laramie River Road that leads to this campground. Just seven miles off of State Highway 14, you can often find open campsites Friday morning.
No. of Sites | 49 sites |
Reservation Info | Reservations are not accepted. All campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
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
You may spot moose along the Laramie River Road that leads to this campground. Just seven miles off of State Highway 14, you can often find open campsites Friday morning.
No. of Sites | 49 sites |
Pavement Type for Parking | Gravel |
Reservation Info | Reservations are not accepted. All campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
Hookup - Water | no |
Hookup - Sewer | no |
Size Restrictions | RV sites range from 25 to 70 feet in length. |
Dump Stations | no |
Hookups - Electric | no |
Fire Information | Unless fire restrictions are in effect, campfires are allowed. Dead and down wood may be gathered from the forest. Wood may also be purchased from the campground hosts. |