West Lake

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About West Lake

West Lake Campground is located 48 miles northwest of Fort Collins, in north central Colorado, near the village of Red Feather Lakes. Visitors enjoy the area for its canoeing, fishing and trail opportunities.

Number of accommodations: 22

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Canoeing

Canoeing

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - May 15 to Sep 19

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

22 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 06, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: WEST LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available

Reviews (362)

What Guests Are Saying

West Lake offers a beautiful and peaceful campground with clean facilities and friendly hosts, making for a pleasant experience overall. Visitors enjoyed a variety of activities, including paddle boarding, kayaking, and hiking, with spacious sites that provide easy access to the lake. While there were some concerns about restroom cleanliness and reservation difficulties, the serene setting and well-maintained environment were frequently highlighted as positives.

Review Summary

4.6
362 reviews
5
74.6%
270
4
13.8%
50
3
7.7%
28
2
2.8%
10
1
1.1%
4

Mark A

Verified

September 10, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: WEST LAKE

5

West Lake Site 12 was fantastic. We overlooked the lake, the campground was amazingly quiet during the week. The site was far enough from other sites we felt comfortable. The campground hosts were very freindly and helpful. The restrooms were very clean and free of flies and stink. Overall this was a great experience.

Mark A

Verified

September 10, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: WEST LAKE

5

West Lake Site 12 was fantastic. We overlooked the lake, the campground was amazingly quiet during the week. The site was far enough from other sites we felt comfortable. The campground hosts were very freindly and helpful. The restrooms were very clean and free of flies and stink. Overall this was a great experience.

John R

Verified

September 2, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: WEST LAKE

5

Super nice lake and campground

John R

Verified

September 2, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: WEST LAKE

5

Super nice lake and campground

Cortney S

Verified

August 19, 2025 Stayed at: 28, Loop: WEST LAKE

4

Was overall great. Our site did feel a little compact but would stay again!

Cortney S

Verified

August 19, 2025 Stayed at: 28, Loop: WEST LAKE

4

Was overall great. Our site did feel a little compact but would stay again!

Tracy C

Verified

August 15, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: WEST LAKE

3

I’m not sure if the people, Nikki and her husband, were actually the hosts, but they were awesome. Super helpful.

I did see other people who I think were the actual hosts but we did not interact.

My only negative is that the bathrooms smelled HORRIBLE. Like, gagging me horrible.

Tracy C

Verified

August 15, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: WEST LAKE

3

I’m not sure if the people, Nikki and her husband, were actually the hosts, but they were awesome. Super helpful.

I did see other people who I think were the actual hosts but we did not interact.

My only negative is that the bathrooms smelled HORRIBLE. Like, gagging me horrible.

Pamela M

Verified

August 12, 2025 Stayed at: 06, Loop: WEST LAKE

3

We love West Lake and have been camping there since the day they reopened 20+ years ago. There have been many camp hosts over the years. The restrooms are not cleaned like they used to be, the camp sites aren't raked anymore and we found trash in the fire pit. The cost continues to. increase and getting reservations gets
harder every year. It's very frustrating after all the years spent up there.

Pamela M

Verified

August 12, 2025 Stayed at: 06, Loop: WEST LAKE

3

We love West Lake and have been camping there since the day they reopened 20+ years ago. There have been many camp hosts over the years. The restrooms are not cleaned like they used to be, the camp sites aren't raked anymore and we found trash in the fire pit. The cost continues to. increase and getting reservations gets
harder every year. It's very frustrating after all the years spent up there.

Location West Lake

Address:
9054 U.S Hwy 285
Morrison, CO, 80465
United States

Highway access

West Lake is accessible via Highway 287, which is approximately 24 miles to the east in Livermore.

Latitude & Longitude: 40.7887 / -105.568

Elevation: 2502 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Drinking water is available until Sept. 30 each year. Sewer and water hookups are not available. Come with your RV/trailer water tank filled. Filling at campground hydrants cross-contaminates the system and is not allowed.
  • This is bear country! For bear and human safety, keep a clean campsite and do not place food or other attractants in your tent. For more information about visiting bear country, contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife at http://wildlife.state.co.us
  • Boating is restricted to small watercraft, powered by hand, wind or electric motors
  • Off-road vehicles are prohibited within the campground
  • https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • All campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of the beginning of the reservation. If not present the site will be rented by first come first serve basis.
  • EXTRA VEHICLE FEES: One vehicle is included in your reservation. Any additional vehicles will be charged $8.00 per vehicle per night and will be collected by the camphost. There is not a way to pay for extra vehicles when you make your reservation. One vehicle consists of one camper being towed by vehicle, or any other vehicle towed behind camper. One van or one truck with camper attached counts as one vehicle. 
  • Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. 
  • Tents must fit on the pads provided. RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Driving or parking off road is not permitted. The parking length ranges from 35 to 80 feet.
  • Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

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Last updated: July 11, 2026

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