Anglers and hikers use Tunnel Campground as a gateway to the Rawah Wilderness, with the West Branch Trailhead located just a short walk from the 41-site facility. The campground sits between the headwaters of the Laramie River and the larger West Branch of the Laramie, providing multiple water access points for fishing and cooling off during summer visits.
Located 7 miles from Highway 14 on a maintained gravel road, the campground operates on a first-come basis from June through October at $24 per night. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and bear box, with vault toilets and a single water pump near site 3. Kaylin B. found the "bathrooms were very clean and well maintained" during her July visit. RVs up to 40 feet can access the campground, though sites sit relatively close to the access road with limited privacy between them.
The campground typically fills by Friday during peak summer months, while weekday arrivals often find multiple site options available. Wildlife sightings include moose passing through the area. No cell service reaches the campground, and the nearest limited services are 13 miles away. Campers seeking additional options in the region can explore camping near Gould or check nearby Big South for alternative accommodations.
Description
This campground is located along the Laramie River Road (County Road 103) near the confluence of the West Branch Laramie River and the Laramie River. It is situated in a mature lodgepole pine forest where the mountain pine beetle has been very active. As a result, many dead trees have been cut to provide for visitor safety. Although somewhat less shady than in years past, the facility still provides for a pleasant camping experience. Each of the 49 sites has a picnic table, fire grate and tent pad. Popular activities include stream fishing, hiking in the Rawah Wilderness and wildlife viewing.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTunnel 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 Highway 14. Drive approximately 50 miles and turn right (north) onto County Road 103 (Laramie River Road). It is approximately seven miles to the campground entrance, which is on the west side of the road.
Coordinates
40.67275395 N
105.8556574 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
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 38 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 1 hr 59 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 2 hrs 4 min from Greeley, CO
- 2 hrs 23 min from Boulder, CO
















