Big South Campground
Quick Facts
8,440 ftPrice
$18/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
4 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
8,440 ftPrice
$18/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
4 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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What Campers Say
Satisfactory
Based on 17 reviews
15 Google reviews
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"Big South Campground is highly praised as a tiny and peaceful camping spot adjacent to the Cache La Poudre River. Users appreciate its secluded yet accessible location and the availability of hiking trails and fishing opportunities. However, some critiques include road noise and heavy restroom usage by passing visitors."
Campground Map
Big South Campground
Adjacent to Highway 14 and the Cache La Poudre River
Best Time to Camp at Big South Campground
Perched at an impressive 8,440 feet, Big South Campground experiences the full drama of Colorado's mountain seasons. Winter transforms the landscape into a crystalline wonderland, with snow blanketing the canyon and temperatures dipping to a crisp 10°F to 16°F—perfect for those who find magic in frosty mornings and starlit nights. Come summer, the high elevation delivers a refreshing escape from lowland heat, with azure skies and pleasant temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F creating ideal conditions for hiking, fishing, and evening campfire gatherings under the Milky Way.
Summer reviews favor warm weather for fishing and hiking; prime season for these activities.
No fall-specific notes; mountain setting implies pleasant fall conditions but details are limited.
Spring not detailed; waterfalls and thawing conditions likely appealing but may be muddy/high water.
Open year-round but winter reviews note extreme cold and heavy snow that can make visits challenging.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: No peak season specified.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open year-round without specific seasonal closures mentioned.
- Current Alerts: No active alerts reported.
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