CG Pros: South Bay has FHU sites with 30/50 amp service; lots of on-site activities (marina, fishing, boating, water-skiing, hiking, camping); close to Fort Collins.
Horsetooth Reservoir: Camping - See 31 traveler reviews, 13 candid photos, and great deals for Fort Collins, CO, at Tripadvisor. Reported on 08/21/2019. The Reservoir also has a number of distinct coves and bays on its south end and west side Horsetooth Reservoir Facts Requires entrance and camping permits. If you have a boat, there are a couple of paddle in spots in Lory, too. ” - kjtaylor473. There are 29 miles of hiking trails at Horsetooth Reservoir. For northern Colorado its up in the top 3 resevoirs to visit!Went on a recommendation and was well worth the time and the steep and curvy drive. The reservoir is over six miles long, flowing roughly north‐ northwest along its axis. Huge reservoir with bridges, swim area, photo and restroom If you visit Fort Collins, you must check out Horsetooth Reservoir. 5 Cheap Activities at Horsetooth Reservoir Hiking. Easy drive in a big circle that gives you an overview of the area, campus, mountains, farm areas..beautiful. The nearest dispersed camping that comes to mind would be way up Poudre Canyon and off the dirt toward Pingree Park. Also, I think it was $25 for the night, which is pretty steep, but we just wanted someplace near the lake after a day boating.There are a few walkin campsites in both Horsetooth and Lory, but they really mean walkin, a few miles from the trailhead. Share. The spot in Horsetooth above the falls is really lovely, as are the few spots in Lory on the ridge north of Arthur's Rock, though you should check with the park office to see if they were affected by a recent lightning fire. 8 … Active area or great for pictures.This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of County Park “Pricey” - ColoradoScamper.
My family and I were treated with absolutely no respect by the game wardens that are suppose to protect you.
Very popular in the summer time. 45. The spot in Horsetooth above the falls is really lovely, as are the few spots in Lory on the ridge north of Arthur's Rock, though you should check with the park office to see if they were affected by a recent lightning fire. And, a 7.5 mile drive isn’t that bad! Beautiful scenery, close to town, and plenty of parking really make this place a Fort Collins jem. Friendly people on the trails. Date of experience: May 2020. Edit: Thanks to everyone for the comments! Do climbers usually camp nearby or is this more of a day use area?I stayed at a campsite last Labor Day that was walk in. Amazing views 360*. South Bay Campground Fort Collins, CO 10 Reviews. Horsetooth Backcountry Camping. Is there any walk in or dispersed camping near Horsetooth? I will never be back to Horsetooth Reservoir! If I remember correctly, it was really close to the Inlet Bay Marina. If you drive around on Shoreline Drive you should be able to find it. Im going there Sunday to celebrate my bday on Monday. Helpful. Fort Collins-Lakeside KOA Fort Collins, CO 11 Reviews. I think it's technically RV camping, but we didn't have an RV, so it shouldn't be an issue. Horsetooth Reservoir Camping Showing 62 locations. This place has 2 boat launches and plenty of reserve camp spots and a bunch of nice boat only camping areas.This is one of my personal favorites. Reported on 10/19/2019. Dispersed camping can be a fun, last-minute alternative to making a reservation. Mary B wrote a review Dec 2019. County Park “Cost is higher than advertised but nice place. Super hiking for both beginner and advanced levels with opportunities for boulder climbing as well. Horsetooth Reservoir Camping Vibes: 7.3/10 Despite it’s location (not directly on the reservoir), this KOA receives much praise. Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Ive been to Horsetooth before, but never camped.
All I see is reservable. This is going to be an amazing birthday camping trip! The nearest dispersed camping that comes to mind would be way up Poudre Canyon and off the dirt toward Pingree Park. 54. It was 7 p.m. on a Friday, and we needed to find somewhere to camp before the sun went down. Great views. As the title suggests, where are some good spots to camp just overnight that are away from the roads and people? It has a total capacity of 156,700 acre‐ft (AF), and a maximum water depth of 188 ft. Camping. If you want to get arrested and beat up and kicked out of their camp ground because a dog is off a leash, come to this … Read more. Your RV family trip will be a lot easier with the amenities and activities on-site.
Horsetooth Reservoir, South Bay Campground, is a very popular CG for locals looking for a weekend getaway and others seeking a base from which to explore the area (e.g., it's about an hour drive to Rocky Mountain National Park.