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.
Flood Advisory issued July 21 at 4:56PM MDT until July 21 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Larimer County in north central Colorado... * WHEN...Until 800 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry creeks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 453 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This may cause small stream flooding. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Rawah Creek, Sheep Creek, North Fork Rawah Creek, Camp Creek, Nunn Creek, Laramie River, Joe Wright Creek, Deadman Creek, Two and One Half Creek, Brinker Creek and North Fork West Branch Laramie River. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mainly rural areas of West Central Larimer County.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 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 Tuesday July 21 to 400 PM Wednesday July 22 IMPACTS...Ozone Action Day Alert is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Hot and sunny weather with limited chances for afternoon storms will allow ozone concentrations to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category on Tuesday and Wednesday. On Tuesday elevated ozone is possible in the Denver Metro area, Fort Collins, Greeley, and surrounding areas. On Wednesday the highest ozone is expected to be confined to locations within 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. Wednesday, July 22, 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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