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Narrows (Co)
Notice
STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT: Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following are prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland.
1. Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, charcoal barbecue, or grill, except if using a device solely fueled by liquid or gas that can be turned on and off in an area barren or cleared of all flammable materials within three feet of the device. 36 CFR § 261.52(a)
2. Smoking, except in an enclosed vehicle or building. 36 CFR § 261.52(d)
3. Welding or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame. 36 CFR § 261.52(h)
4. Using an explosive. 36 C.F.R. § 261.52(b)
5. Possessing or using a motor vehicle off NFS roads, except when parking in an area devoid of vegetation within 10 feet of the motor vehicle. 36 CFR § 261.56.
Jul 2, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Overview
Narrows Campground is located on the Cache la Poudre River, 32 miles northwest of Fort Collins, Colorado, along Highway 14. Visitors enjoy the area for its great rafting, fishing and hiking opportunities.Recreation
The Cache la Poudre River offers whitewater rafting and fishing. Anglers cast for brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout.Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are in the surrounding area, including the Mt. McConnel Trail, William R. Kreutzer National Recreation Trail and Young Gulch Trail.
Other popular activities include birding and wildlife viewing.
Facilities
The campground offers accessible single-family sites, including eight walk-to tent sites. Each site is equipped with a 12x15' tent pad, a picnic table and a campfire ring with grill.Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Dead and downed firewood may be gathered in the forest or purchased from the host.
Natural Features
The canyon's vegetation varies from dense forests to open meadows, surrounded by steep mountains. The campground is situated among ponderosa pine and aspen trees on the banks of the Cache la Poudre River, Colorado's first National Wild and Scenic River. The lower loop drops off steeply to the river.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.Charges & Cancellations
Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.
Camp site features
Across 14 camp sites:
- Pets allowed: all 14 sites
- Longest rig: 55 ft
- Largest party: 8 people
Directions
From Fort Collins, take Highway 14 northwest for 32 miles.
Stay Limit
Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.
Reviews
Ratings (74)
5 stars
50
4 stars
16
3 stars
1
2 stars
6
1 stars
1
Joani P
Loop:Lower
Site:014
Reviewed 10 days ago
We love campsite 12, we always have a great time fishing and jumping in the river, the campsite host was great and very attentive. Great well-maintained campsite.
Nancy Y
Loop:Upper
Site:001
Reviewed 14 days ago
Walt, the camp Host, checked on us, the bathrooms, and updated the site reservation/open details every day. His attention to detail regarding site availability made it possible for late arrivals to locate open sites without trying to read multiple date reservations on the site card- like the past 2 years; very helpful and user friendly. Walt/Wally encouraged us to notify him if/when we observed any camper who was starting fires in the firepit. He also advised us of rattlesnake alerts. Walt/Wally maintained the sites cleanliness, mowed the grass around the site and even trimmed dead branches. He did an excellent job. Thank you Walt/Wally!!! Regards, Nancy Yeager
Natasha B
Loop:Upper
Site:005
Reviewed 17 days ago
Narrows was a small campground along the river. It was clean, quiet and comfortable! There wasn’t cell service which was ok but some may prefer cell service when camping. They did have pump style water available. I would stay again!
Jeanne B
Loop:Upper
Site:004
Reviewed 24 days ago
Level tent sites right next to the river. Gorgeous location.
SHELLY H
Loop:Upper
Site:001
Reviewed a month ago
Our stay at Narrows 001 was wonderful. Our camp host was excellent Bathrooms clean. Came by twice a day to make sure signs were updated and areas clean I believe his
name was Wally.
Jeff U
Loop:Lower
Site:015
Reviewed a month ago
Clean site. Great river access. Friendly, informative host.
Michael J
Loop:Lower
Site:009
Reviewed a month ago
Awesome spots, close to the lot. Closer to the road than the river. You can hear some road noise but overall the river drowns it out.
Dennis Z
Loop:Upper
Site:004
Reviewed 2 months ago
My main comment is about the camp host. Finally, a host who is committed to doing a good job and is friendly, outgoing. Last year at Dutch George the host might as well have been invisible. Moreover, the host allowed day use and fishers to catch much, much more than their limit. In addition, one couple in a huge RV hogged the same site for nearly the entire summer. What happened to the 14 consecutive days limit??? Regardless, in meeting and talking to Wally (sp?) it was pleasant to see a host who was concerned, communicative, friendly and wanted to do the job. As to the Upper Narrows, it was our first time there, as opposed to Dutch George, Mtn. Park and Kelly Flats. It was clean, much quieter than expected (road noise very, very minimal), restroom clean. All in all, well done!
JoAnne G
Loop:Upper
Site:002
Reviewed 2 months ago
Wally the camp host was excellent and personable. The sites were clean.
Donald L S
Loop:Lower
Site:013
Reviewed 10 months ago
The walk in the areas are very close to one another, some have zero shade and we cooked! (#13) The signage on the sites is very confusing, concerning whether or not it’s available, and often conflicts with what the website says. The reservation signs are not updated timely and I went to 3 different campgrounds looking for a host with no luck.
Charla R
Loop:Lower
Site:009
Reviewed a year ago
We stayed at Campsite 9. Sites 8, 9, and 10 are further from the river compared to the other sites, but you can still hear the water! The whole campground and Bathroom was clean and well maintained. The water access was beautiful. We can’t wait to come back.
christina G
Loop:Lower
Site:015
Reviewed a year ago
The land here was beautiful, and the sound of the river so relaxing. I also like when they have the bear proof lockers for food. The only downside is walking to and from site to unpack and pack.
Jason B
Loop:Lower
Site:010
Reviewed a year ago
Great trout fishing. Some really technical fishing and some easy spots too. I was worried about road noise but it was not a problem at all besides a few semis a day using their air brakes. The site was hard rock but clean. The fire pit and table were all we needed.
Steven D
Loop:Upper
Site:004
Reviewed a year ago
The reservation name placard wasn't clear. There was a lot of un-burned trash in the fire pits (we saw our friend's fire pit too). The bear box had an empty pizza box in it along with other trash. The bathroom wasn't clean either. Overall this campground is not being properly maintained. We saw the host for the first time 2 days into our trip and all they were doing was adjusting info on the reservation placards. It only has 7 sites so everything is visible.
christine b
Loop:Upper
Site:001
Reviewed a year ago
#1 spot has some decent shading. Restrooms were clean. Not sure about nature and all the horse flies and mosquitos, I couldn’t put enough stuff on to keep them from biting me. Dogs were annoyed at them to. Awesome to have bear containers for food & trash. As I had an experience with a bear on the Poudre before it was at the Rustic Cabins he got into the back of my truck and opened and ate all my food!!!
Jacob G
Loop:Lower
Site:011
Reviewed a year ago
Good clean spot. The river had a little sand bar perfect to swim in. However the toilets were very rank.
Other than that we had a great time.
Katherine s
Loop:Upper
Site:004
Reviewed a year ago
Great camping spot along the river. Has shade and private
Pete L
Loop:Lower
Site:011
Reviewed a year ago
Nice campsite down by the river and far enough away from the road to not hear the cars coming up the canyon. Well spaced sites, but not much shade so you need to bring your own. Clean pit toilets and well maintained facilities.
Randall A
Loop:Upper
Site:005
Reviewed a year ago
It was a wonderful experience camping near the Poudre. Clean facilities and camp site
Nancy Y
Loop:Upper
Site:001
Reviewed a year ago
Narrows is a desirable campground. "Reserved" signs were in place for 2-3 nights and noone was camped. Based on my understanding of the rules, the camper has 24 hours to occupy the site or forfeit the reservation. This is reasonable; however, it appears the camp hosts do not flip the sign to "Open" after the 24 hour no show (ie after 2pm the next day). Camping is a great experience and getting a reservation is (as you know) challenging. So many people/families are denied the opportunity needlessly .....ie this situation is avoidable by training the hosts to implement/enforce the reservation 24 hour (2pm-2pm) rule.
jeff s
Loop:Lower
Site:008
Reviewed a year ago
Campsites were clean. Vault toilet was well maintained. Trails in the area were not overgrown and simple to traverse
SHELLY H
Loop:Upper
Site:001
Reviewed 2 years ago
wonderful site! clean and friendly and helpful camp host
karen l
Loop:Upper
Site:006
Reviewed 2 years ago
Would have been an amazing trip except for 2 things that were not in our control. First.. we had a lot of biting flies at our site!! Citronella and bug spray didn’t seem to help. Second. There was a large group that took up 1 site with a trailer and 4 tents that were running their generator and yelling until after midnight.
Lisa T
Loop:Upper
Site:002
Reviewed 2 years ago
We were able to experience this year's high water mark from the vantage of our site. The river was mesmerizing and the sound wonderful! Great site, small pathway to the creek and along its banks. Very clean restrooms. Great time of year to visit, had the whole campground to ourselves on the last day!! Great starting point to visit Rustic, Cameron Pass and Red Feather Lakes area.
Alan S
Loop:Upper
Site:004
Reviewed 2 years ago
I checked into my campsite after 5:00pm. When I check on the campfire ring, it was not only full of ashes, but there was still live/hot coals in the campfire ring. There was not a campground host in the campground nor did I see one drive by while I was there. I wish the company who is managing the campground took forest fires seriously. Perhaps they are more focused on profit.
Shane H
Loop:Upper
Site:003
Reviewed 2 years ago
Clean easy access campsite next to a beautiful river. Campsites are spread out enough to provide a little privacy.
Charles H
Loop:Upper
Site:005
Reviewed 3 years ago
Nice campground. We have stayed here before. The sounds of the river help drowned out all other noises and makes sleeping very pleasant.
Randi L
Loop:Lower
Site:012
Reviewed 3 years ago
I love this campground. Been there about four times now. So glad the Cameron Peak fire missed it! There's plenty of shade and the campsites are so close to the river. The parking is convenient and there are several nature trails and hikes nearby. The water pump wasn't working so we got water from Upper Narrows but it was a bit rusty so we drove over to Mountain Park for water. The stars are amazing at night and it is peaceful and quiet except for the natural sound of the flowing river. The hosts kept the bathrooms clean and stocked. Didn't see too much wildlife but there were a lot of bugs at night (summer nights). Will definitely go back.
Mike T
Loop:Lower
Site:011
Reviewed 3 years ago
Beautiful camp- pit latrine kept clean and serviceable- some great river moments right by camp
Michael C
Loop:Lower
Site:010
Reviewed 3 years ago
Beautiful scenic and well-maintained campground were significant part of our beautiful experience along the river.
Donald H
Loop:Upper
Site:001
Reviewed 3 years ago
great campground with VERY clean pit restrooms. They need to keep the grass cut though as ou could not access picnic tables and all trails were overgrown as it appeared grass had not been cut in over a month.
Ray D
Loop:Upper
Site:007
Reviewed 3 years ago
We didn't like the space and had to pay again for a replacement space. That doesn't seem right.
Todd H
Loop:Lower
Site:013
Reviewed 3 years ago
The camp host was very helpful and friendly with any concerns. Camp is always clean and well maintained.
Jordan R
Loop:Lower
Site:008
Reviewed 4 years ago
This was an outstanding place to camp in late July. The Lower Narrows CG is nice in many ways - of course it's right next to the Poudre River, but it's also tent-only, which offers a bit more to the peace without proliferation of generators and noise from the RV crowd. It's well-maintained; bathrooms are nice, parking spaces are wide, and the camp host would rake the tent pads in between occupants. The sites DO feature bear-boxes, which is convenient because the sites are a short walk from the parking lot. Sites pads are smaller, and surrounded by rocky terrain. I found staking down into the dirt to be difficult - very hard pads. There is a well at this campground to draw water, which I thought was really neat and unique to this place.
Looking forward to coming back again! This is one of my favorite campgrounds up the Poudre Canyon.
Brian K
Loop:Lower
Site:008
Reviewed 4 years ago
I drove in from the west and had a reservation for campsite #8 but was confused because there were only 7 sites in the campground. Asked some campers if there was an eighth site; they did not know. Only when getting back on the highway and driving a bit did I discover there was a Lower Narrows campground. I feel better signage would have been helpful.
Elizabeth F
Loop:Lower
Site:014
Reviewed 4 years ago
The campsite was great, our neighbor were horrible! The father next to us kept coming into our campsite to set up his hammock because he did not like the trees in his site. Then he would hack up a lung like he was spreading the plague to every camper within a mile.
I really wish there was a camp host onsite to address campers like the one we dealt with! It really makes us question coming back.
Alyssa M
Loop:Lower
Site:009
Reviewed 4 years ago
Awesome campsite! There's an assigned parking spot for each tent site, and your name is posted at your site. Bathrooms were actually super clean and filled with TP. Hand pump worked great for fresh, cold water. Site was super clean and a quick walk down to the river. Only down side is there are really only 2 entrance points to the river here. The campers in the tent site closest to one treated it as their own personally reseverved spot (it's not) and weren't too keen on sharing space. Otherwise, it was an excellent place to camp!
Daniel T
Loop:Upper
Site:006
Reviewed 4 years ago
Camp host was there mowing, he talked with, answered some questions. Very nice gentleman. Clean campsites.
John W
Loop:Lower
Site:009
Reviewed 4 years ago
Narrows walk-in CG was nicely spaced, surrounded by the Poudre river on two sides. Wildlife visits were regular in morning and evening. Over all, this was an enjoyable visit.
One drawback was the outhouses. One step in triggered a gag reflex, an immediate reverse, then a sprint out.
Susan L
Loop:Lower
Site:014
Reviewed 4 years ago
Our campsite was clean and our host was friendly and shared ideas for future camping on the Poudre. Thank you
Kristi A
Loop:Upper
Site:001
Reviewed 4 years ago
Loved sleeping to the sound of the river! Bathrooms and campsite were clean - decent space between campsites
Popularity
Busy · 77%
Busiest in July, when about 77% of sites are booked. Based on 9 years of reservations.
