Red Feather Lakes, Colorado · Larimer County · Campground
Overview The Redfeather Ranger Station has two cabins, and an office with a visitor's center. The Ranger Cabin and the Assistant Ranger Cabin are available for lodging. Guests must provide linens, bedding, pillows, towels and toiletries. The Ranger Station is situated in a ponderosa pine forest at an elevation of 8,200…
Overview The Redfeather Ranger Station has two cabins, and an office with a visitor's center. The Ranger Cabin and the Assistant Ranger Cabin are available for lodging. Guests must provide linens, bedding, pillows, towels and toiletries. The Ranger Station is situated in a ponderosa pine forest at an elevation of 8,200 feet. Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months. This site is located off the east side of Dowdy Lake Road in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado. The Forest Service access road into the station is approximately 1/4 mile north of the intersection of Dowdy Lake Road and West County Road 74E/Red Feather Lakes Road. The Red Feather Lakes community, located about 46 miles northwest of Fort Collins, is known for its recreational opportunities and remote scenic beauty. The Ranger Cabin is a spacious (1,660 square foot), three-room log cabin, that can accommodate six to eight people. It has one queen bed and four twin beds. The fully-equipped kitchen includes two stoves, two refrigerators, microwave, toaster, coffee pot, pots, pans, dishes and utensils. It was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1937 from adapted architectural plans from the Sunlight Ranger Cabin near Cody, Wyoming. The Assistant Ranger Cabin is a two-bedroom log cabin that can accommodate four to six people. There is a small fully-equipped kitchen with a small table. There is a log bed frame with a queen size bed in one bedroom and two twin beds in the second bedroom. Recreation Canoeing, paddle boarding and fishing are popular activities on the 115-acre, Dowdy Lake nearby and 25-acre, West Lake. Motorized boats are allowed on the lakes, but a 10 mph speed limit is enforced with no wake. Anglers cast for brown, brook, cutthroat and lake trout. Several additional lakes are in the vicinity. Many hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are nearby, including the Mount Margaret Trail, Lady Moon Trail, Elkhorn, Dowdy Lake Trail and others. Several off-road vehicle
Photos
Log cabin living room with stone fireplace, couch, chair, desk, coffee table and end table. — USDA Forest ServiceLog bed in log cabin with wood floors and log walls and wood ceiling. — USDA Forest ServiceRedfeather Ranger Cabin dining room showing table with eight chairs, and chandelier. — USDA Forest ServiceRedfeather Ranger Cabin: Living room showing stone fireplace, two couches, a chair, and rugs. — USDA Forest ServiceRedfeather Assistant Ranger Cabin kitchen showing cabinets and counters, sink small table, stove and refrigerator. — USDA Forest ServiceLog cabin with large windows and front porch. — USDA Forest ServiceLog cabin bedroom with two twin beds log walls, wood floors and windows with blue drapes. — USDA Forest ServiceStone fireplace, chair, logs, fireplace tools (poker, shovel, broom) and fire extinguisher. — USDA Forest ServiceRedfeather Ranger Cabin showing two twin beds, nightstand, lamp, dresser, and two windows with red drapes. — USDA Forest ServiceRedfeather Ranger Cabin bedroom showing two twin beds, dresser, nightstand, and window with red drapes. — USDA Forest ServiceLog Cabin up a small hill with wooden stairs. — USDA Forest ServiceRedfeather Ranger Cabin showing two twin beds, nightstand, lamp, and two large windows with red drapes. — USDA Forest Service
How to Get There
The Redfeather Ranger Cabin is located off the west side of Dowdy Lake Road in the unincorporated town of Red Feather Lakes in Larimer County, Colorado and about 46 miles northwest of Fort Collins, CO. The Forest Service access road into the station is approximately 1/4 mile north of the intersection of Dowdy Lake Road and W County Road 74E / Red Feather Lakes Road (just past the Red Feather Supermarket and Rock Shop).
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Plan Your Visit to Redfeather Ranger Station
Heading to Redfeather Ranger Station? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Redfeather Ranger Station?
No central reservation system listed for Redfeather Ranger Station. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10317346) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at Redfeather Ranger Station?
Redfeather Ranger Station has 2 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to Redfeather Ranger Station?
The Redfeather Ranger Cabin is located off the west side of Dowdy Lake Road in the unincorporated town of Red Feather Lakes in Larimer County, Colorado and about 46 miles northwest of Fort Collins, CO. The Forest Service access road into the station is approximately 1/4 mile north of the intersection of Dowdy Lake Road and W County Road 74E / Red Feather Lakes Road (just past the Red Feather Super…
How do I contact Redfeather Ranger Station?
You can reach the park at phone: 970-881-2937 or 970-295-6600 or email: [email protected].
