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13 total sitesAbout Ansel Watrous
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (219)
What Guests Are Saying
Ansel Watrous campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting by the river, providing enjoyable camping experiences with friendly hosts and great access for fishing and hiking. Many guests appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. However, some reviewers noted issues with site reservations and occasional road noise, but these concerns did not overshadow the overall positive experiences shared by most campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Ansel Watrous campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting by the river, providing enjoyable camping experiences with friendly hosts and great access for fishing and hiking. Many guests appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. However, some reviewers noted issues with site reservations and occasional road noise, but these concerns did not overshadow the overall positive experiences shared by most campers.
Review Summary
Rhonda M
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOWER
Fantastic - a little loud from the road, but overall - really great
John O
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOWER
Everything was great
Kristy R
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOWER
Loved the river and the camp boat was friendly. Couldn't sleep because people were playing loud music past midnight, with a 10pm quiet time.
Kara G
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOWER
Went on a holiday weekend! Road traffic was very loud late into the night and early morning. River was beautiful and fun to swim in! Be wary - site 14 is very small! We had a 4 person tent with a “porch” that fit perfectly. No actual back-in parking spot. Site 14 has some poison ivy sticking into the trail leading to the stream. It was great being close to the bathrooms, but sometimes the smell wandered over on the breeze.
Charmayne C
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: UPPER
Beautiful, clean, peaceful with river sounds
Anthony W
VerifiedAugust 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: LOWER
We love camping here!
Shikha B
VerifiedAugust 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOWER
Amazing spot! the only drawback is the noise from the main road
David C
VerifiedAugust 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: UPPER
Great spot. Bring ear plugs
David B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOWER
Nice camp sites near the river and close access to the Young Gulch Trail head. Also, within a few miles of rafting, food, bar, and music at The Mishawaka. Bathrooms clean, toilet paper on hand. Sites were all level and very well kept. Sites had fire pits, but fires were not allowed (thankfully) when I camped there, due to the very high risk of forest fire. Also, a hand pump was in the campground for yielding very drinkable water. Campground had heavy metal garbage bins with for trash. Bear resistant heavy gauge lockers on each site for food, toiletries and scented items. Bring your own lock. Camp site monitor and caretaker monitor was very personable and professional. I would go back.
Rebecca K
VerifiedAugust 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: UPPER
Site 8 was great. "walk in" but right next to the spot and had the best little beach. As expected, the whole campground is right next to the highway and there is a lot of noise from buses going to the Mish and rafting.
Location & Directions for Ansel Watrous
9054 U.S Hwy 285, Morrison, CO 80465 United States
Elevation: 1,780 ft
Getting There
From Fort Collins, take Highway 14 northwest for 13 mi.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via Highway 14, which is a major road leading northwest from Fort Collins.
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Last updated: October 19, 2026