2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch accommodates campers with horses across multiple sites in the Red Feather Lakes area. Most RV sites include attached horse corrals, making it convenient for equestrians traveling with their animals. The campground offers primitive tent sites, RV camping without hookups, and cabin options for those seeking more comfort. Water for horses is available on the property, and stable horses frequently visit camping areas in the morning. The resort maintains on-site stables across from the main camping areas where visitors can arrange trail rides or board their own horses during their stay. Horse owners experience easy access between their campsite and equine facilities without needing to trailer between locations.
Located approximately one hour from Fort Collins, the resort connects to multiple trail systems suitable for day rides. The property features both open meadow riding and forested paths that accommodate various skill levels. Trailer parking is available at most sites, including the spacious Overlook site which offers enough room for multiple vehicles, camping equipment, and horse accommodations. Trails connect directly from the camping area, eliminating the need to transport horses after arrival. Many campsites position riders near water access for their animals, and the stable facilities provide additional support for equestrians needing services beyond what's available at individual sites. The surrounding national forest lands offer extended riding opportunities with trails connecting to the Roosevelt National Forest trail system.
"There are so many different types of sites, from those with several trees, lake side, open, or group spots. Water is available for filling bottles, but not campers."
"We were pleasantly surprised to find the favored spot open since it is walk up only in the park this late in the season. "
Available this weekend
from $10 - $200 / night
"The beautiful Kilpecker Creek runs through the camp and most of the campsites are situated right along the creek. All of the campsites have a good tent pad, fire pit and picnic table."
"It gets very cold at night if you’re near the river!"
"The stable horses came up next to the site every morning. It is a massive site that accommodated our trailer, a 2-person tent, 2 vehicles and still had room to spare."
"Staff was friendly except for at the horse back riding. They don't let you ride if you look like you weigh more than 200lbs. RV parking is a little tight for bigger rigs but great tent spots."
"Options for camping in campgrounds, close to others, or more alone. Options to camp near the lake, river, or on dry land.options for large or small camping areas. Peaceful and beautiful."
"There is a camp ground near by with a porta-potty and there is a small market about 10-20 miles away."
"We ended up driving too far and just parking next to the lake for the night to camp. Lots of dirt trails near the lake, maybe not for camping but we showed up after driving 6 hours."
"Sandy beach but does have a bit of a “lake” smell that you’ll get used to quick. Arrived on a Thursday evening towards the end of July. No one else here."
"There are campsites on both sides of the lake. On the southern side, a number are situated off the road, minimizing noise and dust."
"Fishing, hiking, off-roading, kayaking or canoeing, or simply sightseeing - there are big mountain vistas to enjoy."
Available this weekend
from $28 - $120 / night
"Need high clearance and a good off roading car to get all the way through. Also side note, turns out the road goes all the way through! Both ends go straight to a high way which is sweet."
"It has official signs at the entrance showing you where the sites are. The site has pull ins for each user and they are spread out. Each site has a lot of space."
"Big Creek Lakes Campground, Colorado (close to Wyoming border): camping here is only open for 3 months out of the year: June, July & August."
"Worst part—> *You will have to travel down a gravel/dirt road for ~30 miles to get to the lake and campground. Sections of it are TERRIBLY washboarded."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 / night
"Ranger Lakes is located a couple miles East of the Visitor Center for State Forest State Park. It is right on highway 14 just west of the Continental Divide at Cameron Pass."
"I tent camped at Ranger Lakes. I was the only one tent camping among all the RV’s. I didn’t mind that the spaces were visible from each other since I was camping alone."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $36 / night
"The campsite has two entrances - one from the west passing North Michigan Reservoir and one from the South East which is basically from Lake Agnes Trailhead."
"There are lots of great activities to participate in very close by - fishing, hiking, 4-wheeling and more!"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 / night
Guide20 degrees cooler than Fort Collins. Beautiful meadows with mountain views 360.
Nice large picnic table, fire ring (burn ban) and tent site. Fairly level gravel site.
ScoutBeautiful area, lots of rock formations. Just brought the family out for the day to explore but we loved it so we will definitely be back to camp. Pretty crowded in August. Lost a singular truck key attached to a singular home key on Hermosa Rd on 08/01/26 so if you may happen to find it I would be very grateful if you reached out to me! I live in the area. Thanks!
TravelerWe stayed at the Sherman hills camp grounds, and woke up to a beautiful morning view of the water. We had close encounters with beautiful deer and friendly wildlife (chipmunk!!). This place is worth the money and we will be coming here again 10/10!!!
TravelerGreat spot for a quick one nighter for my car-camp setup. Parked literally 5’ from the water! Sandy beach but does have a bit of a “lake” smell that you’ll get used to quick. Arrived on a Thursday evening towards the end of July. No one else here. Of course next to water the bugs are fierce, but that’s what car window screens are for! 52° tonight, Clear skys, great after gazing after the moon sets!
TravelerMy husband and I stayed at the Ranger Lakes Campground during the Never Summer race weekend, and it was the perfect spot! The race course runs right by the campground, making it incredibly convenient for cheering on the runners. The camp host was fantastic. He was around if you needed anything but never intrusive. It was obvious he took time in maintaining the campground, especially the restrooms. Speaking of the bathrooms—they were the cleanest vault toilets I've ever used! They werent buggy/cobwebby and didn't smell, and were cleaned daily by the camp host. Honestly, that alone is enough to make me come back!😂 As an added bonus, we even had a moose wander right through our campsite, which made for an unforgettable experience. Overall, we had an amazing stay. The campground was clean, quiet, well-maintained, and in a perfect location. We would absolutely stay here again!
RangerRanger Lakes is located a couple miles East of the Visitor Center for State Forest State Park. It is right on highway 14 just west of the Continental Divide at Cameron Pass. There is trash collection at the parking lot for the lakes, vault toilets, and water available at a central location. The bathrooms are brick and had not odors. There is a path from the campground to the nearby lakes where people fish and hike the nature path. This campground is at elevation and gets cold in the evenings. Very few mosquitoes.
The campground is one loop. Most sites are well-spaced, have tent pads, picnic tables, and fire pits. This area is home to 600 moose.
Minimal cell service on T-Mobile. Public WIFI is available at the Visitor Center.
GuideAmazing vistas 360 degrees, lots of hiking trails nearby. Moose & elk in the area. Many sites with electricity.
TravelerBeautiful spot lots of flat spots. Make sure to go in early to get a spot! Winds can be extreme so be careful if you have a awning
TravelerSite is near the reservoir, which is a nice location. Mostly no shade. Bring your paddle boards or kayaks! Lots of flowers including cactus in bloom.
Located approximately 35 miles southwest of Laramie, Jelm, Wyoming sits at 7,500 feet elevation in the southern Rocky Mountains. The surrounding Roosevelt National Forest contains a mix of alpine and sub-alpine ecosystems with high desert terrain. Summer temperatures typically range between 40-80°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, while winter brings heavy snow and sub-zero temperatures.
Trail riding at Curt Gowdy State Park: This park features a network of trails suitable for riders of different experience levels. "Stunning location with many campsites available... this place looks like it would be an awesome summer spot," notes Stephanie C. The park offers access points for riders to explore the surrounding landscape between Cheyenne and Laramie.
Fishing in alpine lakes: North Michigan Campground provides shoreline access for anglers. "We were able to paddle board and fish right from our campsite, and had a wonderful fresh trout dinner," shares reviewer B B. The reservoir contains several species of trout in a high-mountain setting.
Wildlife viewing: The area serves as habitat for moose, elk, deer and smaller mammals. "We have had full grown moose run through our camp site and there has been reports of black bears near by as well as elk and deer," reports Darla R. from the dispersed camping areas. Dawn and dusk offer the best viewing opportunities.
Spacious equestrian sites: Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch caters specifically to horse owners with specialized accommodations. "The Overlook and it had an amazing view. The stable horses came up next to the site every morning," notes Michelle G. The ranch provides more room than standard campsites for trailers and equipment.
Mountain water access: Multiple campgrounds feature water proximity important for horses and riders. "We stayed at site 221 which is right above the water with its own little trail going down to the reservoir," shares Jen M. about her experience at North Michigan Campground.
Remote setting: Big Creek Lakes Campground offers isolation from developed areas. "There is zero cell service, no electric/water/sewer hook ups or bathhouses. The sites are all HUGE, almost all are pull through and many offer beautiful lake views with trails directly from your campsite to the water," describes Sarah C. This remoteness provides an authentic backcountry experience.
Access challenges: Many horse campgrounds require traveling on unpaved roads. "You will have to travel down a gravel/dirt road for ~30 miles to get to the lake and campground. Sections of it are TERRIBLY washboarded. Plan for over an hour to navigate through," warns Sarah C. about Big Creek Lakes Campground.
Seasonal variations: State Forest State Park operates year-round but with changing conditions. "It's camping at over 9,000ft elevation and requires for you to be extra prepared for snow even in the summer months," advises Rosina A. Weather can change rapidly at these elevations.
Reservation requirements: Most established campgrounds require advance booking during peak season. "This is reservation only and was fairly full on a Saturday night so made sure to book a spot in advance," explains Tyler W. about Bockman Campground.
Water activities: Reservoirs provide swimming and paddling options. "The lake is perfect for canoe, paddle board, kayak, we tried swimming but the water is super cold. It's also very clear and clean," shares Donella L. about Ranger Lakes Campground.
Wildlife education: Laramie River Road Dispersed areas offer observation opportunities. "Wildlife is abundant with tons of deer and moose in the area. Topography is Aspen wetlands and is beautiful," notes Justin D. Children should maintain safe distances from all wildlife.
Varied difficulty trails: Horse trails accommodate different rider abilities. "There are hiking trails to a water fall, and trails for the RZR near by," explains Liz B. about recreation options. Trails often connect directly to campsites for convenient access.
Site selection for larger rigs: Choose campgrounds that accommodate horse trailers plus RVs. "If you have a larger trailer, avoid the lower sites. Keep to 1-5 or the Overlook for access," advises Michelle G. about Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch.
Limited hookups: Most horse campgrounds near Jelm have minimal services. "Campsites have a table, fire ring and tent pad. The drive up to this area is breathtaking as well," explains Kelly Z. about North Fork Poudre Campground.
Water management: Fill tanks before arrival at remote sites. "This campground is beautiful and clean. Sites are nice and level and potable water available. If you have an RV make sure to fill your tank at the maintenance center 6 miles up the road," recommends Sarah S.
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