Lower Narrows Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District through December 31, 2026. Potable water is typically available until September 30.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 8:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Ozone Action Day Alert. WHERE...Douglas, Jefferson, Denver, western Arapahoe, western Adams, Broomfield, Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties WHEN...400 PM Monday August 10 to 400 PM Tuesday August 11 IMPACTS...Ozone Action Day Alert is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Ozone concentrations in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category are possible both Monday and Tuesday during the afternoon and evenings, mainly in and near the Denver metro area. For Colorado air quality conditions, forecasts, and advisories, visit: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx If possible, please help us reduce ozone pollution by limiting driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles until at least 4 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Colorado is also addressing ozone pollution through state policies. For more information about health impacts and how ozone pollution forms in Colorado, visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/ozone- pollution-and-your-health HEALTH INFORMATION...Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Ozone Action Day Alert. WHERE...Douglas, Jefferson, Denver, western Arapahoe, western Adams, Broomfield, Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties WHEN...400 PM Monday August 10 to 400 PM Tuesday August 11 IMPACTS...Ozone Action Day Alert is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Ozone concentrations in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category are possible both Monday and Tuesday during the afternoon and evenings, mainly in and near the Denver metro area. For Colorado air quality conditions, forecasts, and advisories, visit: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx If possible, please help us reduce ozone pollution by limiting driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles until at least 4 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Colorado is also addressing ozone pollution through state policies. For more information about health impacts and how ozone pollution forms in Colorado, visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/ozone- pollution-and-your-health HEALTH INFORMATION...Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
About
Lower Narrows Campground occupies a scenic stretch of the Cache la Poudre River corridor in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, about 30 miles northwest of Fort Collins along Highway 14. The eight walk-in tent sites are set among ponderosa pines at 6,400 feet, with foot paths leading from a central parking area to individual campsites. Each site comes equipped with a 12x15-foot tent pad, picnic table, fire grate with grill, and a bear locker for food storage. The Cache la Poudre is Colorado's only nationally designated Wild and Scenic River, offering outstanding fishing for rainbow and brown trout, whitewater rafting, and access to hiking trails. The diverse landscape transitions from dense forests to open meadows, supporting varied wildlife. The nearby Upper Narrows section has six additional sites that can accommodate vehicles up to 30-50 feet, but Lower Narrows remains exclusively tent camping. This is bear country, so campers must keep a clean camp and use the provided bear lockers. Dogs are allowed but must remain on a hand-held leash at all times. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, and sites must be occupied within 26 hours of the reservation start time or they revert to first-come, first-served availability.
Directions
From Fort Collins, drive 10 miles north on Highway 287, then turn left (west) onto Highway 14 and continue 20 miles. The campground is on the south side of the highway adjacent to the Cache la Poudre River.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $29 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 295-6600 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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