Big Bend Campground
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
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About this campground
Nestled alongside the pristine Cache La Poudre River, this tranquil campground offers the perfect blend of riverside serenity and high-country adventure. The gentle murmur of flowing water creates a natural soundtrack for your outdoor escape, while expansive sagebrush meadows and scattered conifers provide both open vistas and shaded retreats for every type of camper.
Big Bend Campground offers both tent camping, including walk-in sites, and RV sites with defined parking spurs. Each site includes a tent pad, fire grate, and picnic table, with three sites designated as walk-in tent sites.
Historical SignificanceThe Cache La Poudre River corridor has served as a vital transportation route for centuries, first for indigenous peoples and later for French trappers who gave the river its name - 'hiding place of powder' - after caching gunpowder along its banks. This historic waterway continues to connect visitors with Colorado's rich heritage while providing modern adventurers with their own stories to tell.
Weather and SeasonsExperience the full spectrum of mountain weather in this dynamic landscape where crisp morning mists give way to warm afternoon sunshine. Spring brings wildflower blooms across the sagebrush flats, while summer offers ideal conditions for riverside relaxation. Fall transforms the area with golden aspen displays upstream, and winter's quiet beauty attracts those seeking solitude and snow-dusted scenery.
ElevationPerched at a comfortable elevation that balances accessibility with mountain atmosphere, this campground sits in the sweet spot where the high plains meet the Rocky Mountains. The moderate altitude offers cooler temperatures than the valley below while remaining low enough for comfortable breathing and active pursuits throughout your stay.
Natural Features and SceneryWake up to panoramic views where silvery sagebrush meadows stretch toward stands of towering ponderosa pines and Douglas firs. The Cache La Poudre River carves a life-giving ribbon through this semi-arid landscape, creating a lush riparian corridor that attracts diverse wildlife. Eagles soar overhead while deer browse the meadow edges at dusk, and the interplay of open flats and forest groves creates ever-changing patterns of light and shadow throughout the day.
Geological RegionThis unique convergence of ecosystems showcases Colorado's geological diversity, where ancient river terraces meet volcanic uplift zones. The sagebrush flats tell a story of prehistoric lakes and gradual climate change, while scattered granite boulders hint at the dramatic forces that shaped the nearby peaks. The Cache La Poudre has carved its course through layers of geological time, exposing colorful rock formations and creating the dramatic canyon country that defines this remarkable region.
Campsite details
Sites SizeParking spur lengths range from 35 to 45 feet.
Total Campsites8 campsites
Reserving a campsite
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed
Walk-in AvailabilityThis is not available to the field , boolean field matches to the can
Amenities available
Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Activities you can enjoy
The campground offers opportunities for fishing in nearby river/streams, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
Hiking
Hiking is one of the primary activities available in the vicinity of the campground, though no specific trail details are mentioned.Fishing
Fishing is available in the Cache La Poudre River, which is adjacent to the campground.Wildlife viewing
There is a bighorn sheep viewing station along the entrance road to the campground, making wildlife observation a highlighted activity.Campground rules
- Pets are allowed
Hazards
Weather forecast
60
°F
Aug 25
Monday
Overcast
Precipitation: 0%
Moderate wind, may affect light items
Humidity: 67%
Moderately humid conditions
Wind: 6.3 mph
Moderate wind, may affect light items
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Campground Map
Driving directionsDrive 11 miles north of Fort Collins on U.S. Highway 287. Turn left (west) onto Colorado Highway 14 and travel approximately 39 miles to the campground.
Nearby places
Fort Collins, 11 miles (approximately)
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Last updated August 10, 2025