Roosevelt National Forest runs a small established campground at Tom Bennett, set within forested terrain near a creek outside Glen Haven, Colorado. The site sits at elevation high enough that nighttime temperatures can drop into the low 30s even in late August, so campers should pack layers regardless of the time of year. No cell service reaches the area. The campground operates May through October and does not allow pets.
The road to Tom Bennett is a recurring subject in reviews, and it warrants attention before arrival. Most visitors stop at Jacks Gulch Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED several miles northeast, which means Tom Bennett sees noticeably lighter traffic. Those willing to make the drive tend to find more seclusion. One reviewer noted that sites lack tree buffers between them, so the experience on a crowded weekend would differ considerably from a quiet one.
Hiking is the primary draw in the surrounding area. The Emmaline Lake trail is within reach, and Pingree Park, a CSU Mountain Campus, sits just to the southwest. Several reviewers also found dispersed camping spots along the same access road, past the Emmaline trailhead and near the creek bed, for those who prefer to camp outside the established sites. Holly R. describes it as "remote, but well maintained," which holds up across multiple accounts.
Amenities are minimal: toilets and trash service are provided, alcohol is permitted, and that covers the list. Campers planning a trip here should confirm current access status with the Forest Service, as the campground was temporarily closed following nearby fires in 2020.
Description
Located near Pingree Park, this campground is situated adjacent to the South Fork Cache la Poudre River in a lodgepole pine forest setting. This campground provides a primitive camping experience in a remote location. There are ten sites, each with a picnic table and fire grate. This is an older facility and will not accommodate larger RVs. Popular activities include hiking and stream fishing.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTom Bennett is located in Colorado near Glen Haven
Directions
Drive 10 miles north of Fort Collins on U.S. Highway 287.Turn left (west) onto Highway 14 and proceed 26 miles. Turn left (south) on to Pingree Park Road (County Road 63E). Drive approximately 17 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
40.574373 N
105.582368 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/13/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/13/26
- 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)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 1 hr 40 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 1 hr 54 min from Greeley, CO
- 2 hrs 12 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 23 min from Cheyenne, WY
