Established Camping
Jacks Gulch - **CLOSED FOR SEASON**
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Jacks Gulch is currently closed due to fire damage.
Jacks Gulch, near Bellvue, Colorado, is a cozy campground tucked away in the Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests. It’s a great spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle, with a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful surroundings.
This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, with some spots featuring electric hookups. Visitors have mentioned the clean facilities, including vault toilets, which are a must-have for any camping trip. As one camper noted, “The spots were clean, noise was minimal, and there were bathrooms if you needed them.”
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the endless dirt roads and trails that branch out from the campground, perfect for biking and hiking. You might even catch a glimpse of local wildlife, as one family had a moose visit their camper right at dawn. The area is also ideal for those who enjoy a quiet night under the stars, with no water activities nearby to disturb the peace.
While the campground is off the beaten path, the drive to get there is scenic and worth it. Just remember, it’s first come, first served, so arriving early is a smart move. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer stay, Jacks Gulch offers a refreshing retreat into nature.
Description
US Forest Service
Roosevelt National Forest
Overview
Jacks Gulch Recreation Area is located 48 miles northwest of Fort Collins, in northern Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its great hiking, biking and horseback riding opportunities.
Recreation
Popular activities include hiking, biking, horseback riding, birding and viewing wildlife. A nature trail circles the entire area of Jacks Gulch, with one section providing stunning views of the Mummy Range.
Facilities
The campground offers an accessible group site with electric hookups, and five equestrian campsites without hookups. Additional single-family campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The group site accommodates up to 60 people, several cars and up to nine RVs with hookups. Ten 14-by-17 tent pads are scattered throughout the site. A picnic shelter is provided. Two central cooking and picnic areas are on-site, each with four picnic tables, a charcoal grill and campfire ring. The two equestrian sites have four horse stalls each. Picnic tables, campfire rings and tent pads are provided. Each site can accommodate a horse trailer. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood, dead and down, may be gathered in the forest or purchased from the host.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a ponderosa pine forest, dotted with aspens. Grassy meadows are scattered throughout the area.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
Charges & Cancellations
Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.
Location
Jacks Gulch - **CLOSED FOR SEASON** is located in Colorado
Directions
From Fort Collins, take Highway 14 northwest for 42 miles, then County Road 63 E (Pingree Park Road) south for 6 miles.
Coordinates
40.6368361 N
105.5269472 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 1 hr 16 min from Fort Collins
- 1 hr 41 min from Greeley
- 1 hr 46 min from Cheyenne
- 2 hrs 1 min from Boulder
