Lake Camping in Fort Collins, Colorado, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2024

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Colorado
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Fort Collins

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12 top lakeside campgrounds near Fort Collins

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Arapaho Valley Ranch

68 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Granby, CO

Arapaho Valley Ranch is a gorgeous, family-owned guest ranch in Colorado’s beautiful Grand County. Our ranch is surrounded by the Arapaho National Forest and is nestled in one of the most beautiful wilderness areas in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. This area features hiking trails, waterfalls, and historic steam engines from the old town of Monarch. We have a private hiking trail that leads to our “kissing swing” overlooking the headwaters of the Colorado River Valley.

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Red Fox Respite

1 site · RV2 acres · Fort Collins, CO

We have space for one RV between two lines of trees; great privacy and you will be the only campers on our property! No tents please. We are directly next to a natural area complete with hiking/biking trails and restroom facility (no shower). It is an excellent place to walk your dog on leash, visit the horses, observe wildlife including many species of birds! We are just a few miles from Horsetooth Resevoir where you can paddle, kayak, etc and just a mile from CSU campus! Bike on a dedicated trail to Old Town to complete your trip with awesome restaurants and a paddle park on the Poudre River!

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Colorado Lakehouse Living

2 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Loveland, CO

We have updated the camp sites this winter (2022). We just bought this property a year ago and have continued to make improvements to the land. We love what this area has to offer so we decided to share it with our community. Enjoy your stay!

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Camp Wilder

5 sites · Lodging, Tents7 acres · Nederland, CO

Welcome to Camp Wilder! We are an off-the-beaten-path camp offering peace and solitude. The main cabin is very special to my family and me. It was passed down as a mining claim from my grandmother who founded it in the '60s. The vision for the land was simply perfect. A small 10 x 10 cabin with the whole mountain to explore and whoever they wished to bring with them. The town of Nederland is 10 minutes down the road where you can fish at Baker Reservoir. Lots of fun little stores in town to keep the family busy. Wildlife is everywhere up by the cabin/campsite with lots of great things to look for around the magical town of Nederland! The cabin sleeps up to 8 with the futon downstairs being very comfortable and cots upstairs in the loft for more sleeping area. Bring your sleeping bags to stay cozy at night. There are lanterns inside to light up your night with a wood stove to keep you warm at night. The ground around it is sloped so you may have a hard time setting up any tents around the cabin. The grocery store is in Nederland where you can buy food, Coleman green propane bottles and wood. Don't forget to take some water with you. There is a 3 burner Coleman stove to cook on with limited pots & pans as well as silverware Road disclaimer, the road to the cabin is one lane dirt road. The drive up to the cabin is pretty good but the turn onto the single dirt road to the cabin has a slight dip, if you have a low-clearance car it may bottom out when you are turning so be careful. No Trailers. They will not be able to turn around once there. Recommend vehicles with AWD. We are @ 10,000 feet and it is a slight hike to the cabin. When leaving please make sure both door locks are locked, put the key in the lock box and mix the code for the next camper.

Vermillion Hill

1 site · RV, Tent143 acres · Longmont, CO

Discover Vermillion Hill: Where Nature Farming & Camping Community Flourish Vermillion Hill lays in Boulder County, Colorado beneath the Rocky Mountains surrounded by unobstructed views of the front range and beautiful farmlands. Home of organic vegetables and two apple orchards & beautiful grass fields. At the right time of year experience water flowing down the Rough & Ready. At Rough & Ready Camp you can enjoy your privacy and views of the Rocky Mountains with farmlands surrounding your campsite and an open sky at night. Seek refuge under some large trees or setup a hammock in the shade at your personal campsite.

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Paradise at Ponder Acres

1 site · Tent20 acres · Lyons, CO

Welcome to Ponder Acres. A Rocky Mountain paradise located between the towns of Lyons and Estes Park, Colorado.

FourFigs Farm

1 site · Lodging5 acres · Longmont, CO

Serenity uniquely situated in the middle of hundreds of acres of County Open Space farmland, our micro-tiny house is seated at the edge of our heart-shaped pond in the back corner of our five acre farm. Unobstructed views of the Front Range and Longs Peak, songs of prairie birds and the occasional Blue Heron or Osprey fishing for dinner in the pond, endlessly brilliant sunsets, and the glimmer of a night sky full of stars await you in this peaceful retreat.

Redstone Ridge RV Ranch

9 sites · RVs, Tents800 acres · CO

Over 800 acres of land! Mountain scenery, wildlife and rare bird sightings, serenity and beauty. Where the buffalo really roamed! The movie Centennial was filmed on our place! Hike to your heart's content, or mountain bike, fish and enjoy natural waterfalls less than 2 miles up the road. Sharing the beauty of our land is our greatest desire. We provide beautiful prairie sites for Class A, Class C, RV, trailer, Euro, Van stays! No Tent camping, must be self-contained. Open space near our place: Eagle's Nest, Red Mountain and Soapstone Prairie. When we are not in a fire-ban, we will supply a fire-pit, BUT, you MUST bring your own fire extinguisher. We charge for wood, $15 a bundle--it’s over $300 a cord now!!! Less than 43 miles from Laramie and Cheyenne, and only a half hour drive to Fort Collins. NO toilets or showers are provided! RV PARKING: 5 sites! Sites 1-5 allow pets and kids. Water hook ups in sites 4, and 5. Site 7 &; 8 has shade from 6:30 pm on., but can only be booked without kids or pets. Yes you can group 1&2 or 7&8 for larger bookings. All sites are 75 yards or more apart! Each site has a table, fire-pit, and chairs. All rigs welcome! (No showers or toilets.) We are strict on arrival time, please be here before 7:30PM no later. We will not place you after dark on our land. Check out is before 10 a.m. You can book a fishing tour with professional guides down the Poudre, or simply just set up on our property. You can also visit two horseback-riding stables close by if you want a trail ride. Yes, we have waterfalls 3 miles down the road. All info provided when you arrive and meet. We’ll have a packet with lots of info for you upon arrival. We love to share our land, the wildlife and birds are beautiful each day! Our hope is that at the end of the day, your hands and feet should be dirty, your hair a royal mess, and your soul singing!

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Camper or tent w/ great view!

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Johnstown, CO

Learn more about this land:Convenient rural location with views of Rocky Mountains and adjacent lake, small pond with waterfall and fire pit. Less than an hour to Rocky Mtn National Park.

County Line Hobby Farm

3 sites · RVs1 acre · Longmont, CO

A little country in the city best describes our property. It has all the access points whether you want to go to Denver or Estes Park. It is close to downtown Main Street in Longmont, but offers a quiet, country setting with beautiful views. We do have a full plum orchard to the south, and recently started beekeeping to produce our own Colorado local honey. Along with a beautiful sunrise, guests may see hot air balloons launching to the south, sheep and horses to the north and east. The property used to house a saddle store. Because of this set up, it was a perfect environment to offer RV campers and trailers a private, safe and great place to stay. Learn more about this land: 2 sites offer a country setting with city convenience, grocery/gas, hospital in short distance. Every site has its own picnic table, fire pit (yes, you can have campfires), Free Wi-fi, RV 30 amp plug and level ground. Front range access within 20 minutes, 40 minutes from Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park. Seasonal access to ski resorts, trails and much more. Property has full view of front range to the west. Minutes away from Union Reservoir to the east. Reservoir amenities include swim beach, dog beach, paddle boarding, kayaking, pontoon rentals & playground. Minutes away from Ute Creek Golf Course to the north. When available, we offer fresh chicken eggs & U pick from our small Damson Plum orchard. Come say Hi to our chickens, and our two pups, Malla & Aspen. Wondering what else Longmont has to offer? Please visit: https://www.visitlongmont.org/ We are looking forward to your stay!

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Moseying Moose RV Sites

1 site · RV2 acres · Red Feather Lakes, CO

We have two newly developed camp spots on the east end of our property. This year we will only have dry camping. It is a wooded area, close to the village, lakes and hiking. Lots of outdoor activities including sand volleyball, badminton, ax throwing (only plastic so not dangerous) and corn hole. Coming in the future: Electricity and picnic tables. .

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Acres of Stars

22 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Nederland, CO

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Lakeside camping near Fort Collins guide

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Looking for a camping experience near Fort Collins, Colorado with a lake? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 100 options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Enjoy stunning views at campsites like Little Cabin with a view, Camp Wilder, and Redstone Ridge RV Ranch, all highly rated with 100+ reviews. Average prices per night start at $89, with options as low as $35. Enjoy popular amenities such as campfires, showers, and toilets, and engage in activities like swimming, wildlife watching, and wind sports. Start planning your lakeside camping adventure now!