Best Camping Spots & Outdoor Adventures

Explore the best best camping spots & outdoor adventures options for kids and families in Fort Collins

Environmental Learning Center Walking Trail

Environmental Learning Center Walking Trail

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Sunrise Picnic Area

Sunrise Picnic Area

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Lory State Park

Lory State Park

Rugged, scenic wilderness area. Park area known for its rugged terrain, with activities like backcountry camping & rock-climbing.

Arthur's Rock

Arthur's Rock

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Horsetooth Falls

Horsetooth Falls

Diverse trails leading to a waterfall. Several hiking trails, ranging from difficult to easy, lead to this natural waterfall.

Horsetooth Reservoir South Bay Campground

Horsetooth Reservoir South Bay Campground

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Horsetooth Reservoir

Horsetooth Reservoir

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Boyd Lake State Park

Boyd Lake State Park

Water sports, camping & other features. Placid lakeside park featuring boating, fishing & other water sports plus a campground & more.

Windsor Lake

Windsor Lake

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Gateway Natural Area

Gateway Natural Area

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The Great Outdoors RV

The Great Outdoors RV

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Allen Park

Allen Park

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Monfort Park

Monfort Park

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Island Grove Regional Park

Island Grove Regional Park

Park & fairgrounds facility with events. This 155-acre historic park & fairgrounds facility with exhibition space holds many regional events.

Ron Stewart Preserve at Rabbit Mountain Open Space

Ron Stewart Preserve at Rabbit Mountain Open Space

Picnicking & scenic hiking/biking trails. Nature preserve with a picnic shelter & hiking/biking trails, plus an overlook & information boards.

Evans RV Park

Evans RV Park

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St. Vrain State Park

St. Vrain State Park

Nature watching, hiking & camping. State Park drawing nature watchers with multiple trails, plus camping facilities & fishing ponds.

Colorado Wilderness Rides And Guides

Colorado Wilderness Rides And Guides

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Boulder Reservoir

Boulder Reservoir

Kayaking, sailing & lakeside walks. Peaceful manmade lake with a mountain backdrop, popular for kayaking, swimming & waterside hikes.

Sawhill Ponds

Sawhill Ponds

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Alpine to the Max Mountain Guides

Alpine to the Max Mountain Guides

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Valmont Bike Park

Valmont Bike Park

Sprawling terrain with trails & jumps. Public 40-acre bike park for all ages & levels, with trails, plus jumps, stairs & slalom slopes.

Camp Dick

Camp Dick

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Colorado Mountain Ranch

Colorado Mountain Ranch

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The Peoples’ Crossing

The Peoples’ Crossing

Small city park offering trail access. Small, low-key city park serving as a base for a network of scenic trails & rock formations.

Eben G. Fine Park

Eben G. Fine Park

Grassy park with play equipment. Green space with a playground, grassy areas & picnic facilities, plus access to trails.

A-Lodge Boulder (Boulder Adventure Lodge)

A-Lodge Boulder (Boulder Adventure Lodge)

Low-key lodging with free breakfast. Casual creekside lodge featuring rooms & cabins, as well as free breakfast, a pool & a hot tub.

Curt Gowdy State Park

Curt Gowdy State Park

Camping, hiking & biking destination. Recreation area lures locals with plenty of outdoor activities for families & kids of all ages.

Sensory Nature Trail - Open Space & Mountain Parks

Sensory Nature Trail - Open Space & Mountain Parks

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Avid4 Adventure

Avid4 Adventure

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Vedauwoo Climbing Area

Vedauwoo Climbing Area

Natural rock formations for climbers. These natural rock formations offer a range of climbing opportunities for novices to experts.

Vedauwoo Tent Campground

Vedauwoo Tent Campground

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Winiger Ridge

Winiger Ridge

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Eldorado Canyon State Park Visitor Center

Eldorado Canyon State Park Visitor Center

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Eldorado Canyon State Park

Eldorado Canyon State Park

Hiking & climbing amid sandstone cliffs. Park known for rock-climbing & outdoor activities, thanks to sandstone cliffs & natural attractions.

Arapaho Valley Ranch

Arapaho Valley Ranch

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Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge

Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge

Scenic hub for fishing, boats & camping. This recreational area is anchored by a reservoir & offers boating, fishing & camping options.

North Standley Lake Open Space Park

North Standley Lake Open Space Park

Protected area for bald eagle nesting. The northern part of Standley Lake Park, viewable from the water-only due to bald eagle nesting.

Tie City Campground

Tie City Campground

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