Cache la Poudre River
Ansel Watrous entrance sign
Ansel Watrous Camp Site 15
Ansel Watrous road
Ansel Watrous Camp Site 15 Overview

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

Available sites

13 total sites

About Ansel Watrous

Ansel Watrous Campground is located on the Cache la Poudre River, 22 mi northwest of Fort Collins, Colo., along Highway 14. Visitors enjoy the area for its great rafting, fishing and hiking opportunities.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Sep 20 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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13 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: UPPER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: UPPER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: UPPER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: UPPER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 008, Loop: UPPER Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 009, Loop: UPPER Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 010, Loop: UPPER Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 012, Loop: LOWER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: LOWER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 014, Loop: LOWER Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 015, Loop: LOWER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: LOWER RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: LOWER RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

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.

Review Summary

4.5
219 reviews
5
69.4%
152
4
18.3%
40
3
7.3%
16
2
1.8%
4
1
3.2%
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Melanie S

Verified

July 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: UPPER

5

Great campground. Small, but mighty. Biggest shoutout goes to the Camp Host (Pam), who keeps the grounds spotless and well groomed, but always with an eye on whether campers are nearby so she doesn't encroach on their privacy (or serenity) when mowing or servicing the pit toilets. She's also a delight to talk to and incredibly helpful to campers. We will be booking sites here again this summer to repeat a memorable experience!

Chadwick B

Verified

June 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOWER

5

Great location right 9n Poudre river awesome

Britt M

Verified

June 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOWER

4

Beautiful campsite right along the river. However… We stayed on a Sunday and the fire pit hadn’t been cleared out prior to our arrival. There were skittles left next to one of the trees, scattered all over the ground, and a box of cheese it’s left in the bear locker. Our site clearly hadn’t been cleaned between guests.

mandy g

Verified

June 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: UPPER

5

It’s a great campground; it’s beautiful and well managed. We looked at the stars in the middle of the night and we could see so many, it was beautiful. highly recommend!

David F

Verified

June 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOWER

1

There was someone else in the site when we got there sleeping in his truck. We didn't feel like fighting with them so we just left.

Anne E

June 13, 2023

5

Great time!

Kenneth H

Verified

June 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOWER

5

Beautiful, quiet little campground right on the river. We only spent one night, but would go back again if in the area.

Anna B

June 3, 2023

5

Peaceful spot on the river

Sandy F

May 28, 2023

4

We had a great time for so early in the season. Watching bighorn sheep ewes & babies were the highlight!

Dennis L

May 15, 2023

5

Beautiful campground....great views of the river and canyon...level sites clean pit toilet...fresh water available. Site #4 was perfect for solar and Starlink. Camp host Pam was very helpful and professional.

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.

Nearest town

Morrison, CO - 99 mi

About over 1 hr (107 min) to downtown

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

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