The sound of the Cache la Poudre River is constant at Dutch George Campground, audible from nearly every site in the loop. Set within Roosevelt National Forest along Colorado Highway 14, this small Forest Service campground runs along a curve in the river, putting water access within a short walk of all sites. Shade varies considerably depending on which loop you land in. Sites on the east loop, including numbers 9 and 10, tend to have more tree cover, while sites closer to the road sit in open sun and require a shade canopy to stay comfortable through the afternoon.
River access is the main draw here, and campers use it in multiple ways: swimming in eddies and shallow pools, launching tubes or paddleboards, and fishing a stretch of water that regulars describe as productive. Kara M. describes site 10 as "just steps from the river that roared all night long," which captures both the appeal and the ambient noise level. Site 8 sits atop a rock outcropping with open sightlines toward the river canyon, though the elevation drop makes it a poor fit for families with small children. Sites 19 and 20 have a sandy riverside area that works well for kids.
The campground is small, with capacity for perhaps a handful of groups before it fills. Sites go first-come, first-served on many visits, though reservations are available. Spots tend to fill by Friday midday on summer weekends. Firewood is sold on-site through the camp host, and the pit toilets have drawn consistent praise for cleanliness. No cell signal reaches the campground from standard carriers, though satellite-based connectivity has worked for some visitors.
Mountain Park Campground, about 1.3 miles southwest, provides an alternative if Dutch George is full, and the road corridor also puts campers within reach of places to camp near Roosevelt National Forest more broadly. Highway 14 runs close to the sites, but most reviewers note the river noise largely masks road traffic. The campground operates May through September, with mornings running cool even in midsummer. Anglers, paddlers, and families comfortable with a no-hookup setup will find the riverside access worth the trade-offs.
Description
Dutch George Campground is a lower-elevation campground located adjacent to Colorado Highway 14 and is a great place for Poudre Canyon campingIt is primarily an open flat area but there are cottonwood and ponderosa pine trees within the riparian zone of the river, providing shade to some of the campsites. This campground is well-suited for larger RVs due to the highway access, paved interior road, and longer parking spurs. There are 20 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table. Popular activities in this area include fishing, four-wheel driving, and simply relaxing near the scenic Cache La Poudre River and Wilderness Area.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsDutch George Campground is located in Colorado near Red Feather Lakes
Directions
Drive 10 miles north of Fort Collins on U.S. Highway 287.Turn left (west) onto Colorado Highway 14 and drive approximately 21 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
40.69510972 N
105.44734375 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 46 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 1 hr 12 min from Greeley, CO
- 1 hr 16 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 1 hr 31 min from Boulder, CO
