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About Ansel Watrous
Number of accommodations: 13
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2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
River Access
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- River Access
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (208)
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
Debra B
VerifiedJune 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOWER
Our ealry June, weekday stay at Ansel Watrous campground was terrific! There was minimal road noise, and our site (#15) was right on the river which is running fast and so was the dominant sound during our stay.
There is no hiking right at the campground, but Young Gulch trail is a few minute walk down the highway, and there are other trailheads just 5-10 minutes drive away. Sitting by the water, watching the occasional rafting groups and kayakers, and checking out wildflowers and birds was entertaining and relaxing.
Patricia B
VerifiedJune 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOWER
Campsites we’re in excellent condition when we arrived. Our reservation card was posted and we were able to set up easily.
Restrooms were very clean. While we were there, water testing was conducted, part of routine monthly testing.
It was great to be camping in Poudre Canyon again.
JOHN C
VerifiedJune 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: UPPER
Beautiful camping next to the river
Kristin G
June 5, 2021
Great site
Lisa B
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: UPPER
The campground host was very helpful and friendly. The water in the river was low so we got to wade and play. We saw a herd of big horn sheep fleeing the forest fire.
Laura A
VerifiedJanuary 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: UPPER
nice sites in front of the river! great Host!!!
tim m
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: UPPER
clean campground, friendly hosts
Elisha L
VerifiedAugust 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: UPPER
Loved this campsite absolutely stunning and the camphost Candy and her husband were extraordinarily kind!
ANDREW T
VerifiedAugust 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: LOWER
Clean bathroom, clean site. Quiet.
Seth K
VerifiedAugust 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOWER
Great time!!!
Location Ansel Watrous
Address:
9054 U.S Hwy 285
Morrison, CO, 80465
United States
From Fort Collins, take Highway 14 northwest for 13 miles.
The campground is accessible via Highway 14, which is a major road leading northwest from Fort Collins.
Elevation: 1780 feet
99 mi drive to downtown Morrison (about 1 hr 47 min)
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Last updated: September 1, 2026
