Dowdy Lake
The Dowdy Lake location is in Bellevue, Colorado
80512. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Dowdy Lake facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Redfeather Lakes
Bellevue
Colorado
80512
Phone number
970-295-6700
Campground information Bellevue, Colorado
Overview
Dowdy Lake Campground is located 48 miles northwest of Fort Collins, Colo., near the village of Red Feather Lakes. Visitors enjoy the area for its canoeing, fishing and trail opportunities.
Recreation
Canoeing and fishing are popular activities on the 115-acre, no-wake Dowdy Lake. Motorized boats are allowed on the lake, but a 10 mph speed limit is enforced. Anglers cast for brown, brook, cutthroat and lake trout. Several additional lakes are in the vicinity.
Many hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are in the surrounding area, including the 4-mile Mount Margaret Trail. Several off-road vehicle trails are located within five miles of the campground.
Other popular activities include viewing wildlife and visiting the nearby Redfeather Visitor Center.
Facilities
The campground offers 60 accessible single and double family campsites with electric hookups. Ten sites are designated for tent camping only and do not have hookups. Each site contains a tent pad, picnic table and campfire ring with grill.
Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Dead and downed firewood may be gathered in the forest or purchased in bundles from the campground host.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a ponderosa pine forest on the shore of Dowdy Lake, at an elevation of 8,200 feet. Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.
Due to the mountain pine beetle infestation and removal of hazardous trees, some sites have reduced shade.
Nearby Attractions
The small village of Red Feather Lakes is nearby, offering limited dining options, gift shops, general stores, a library, post office and a golf course.
Frequently Asked Questions About Redfeather Lakes Bellevue, CO
How do I make a reservation with Dowdy Lake?
To make reservations at Dowdy Lake, you can call the office at 970-295-6700.
Where is Dowdy Lake located?
The Dowdy Lake is located at Redfeather Lakes in Bellevue,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Dowdy Lake have tent or RV camping?
Dowdy Lake offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 970-295-6700 to make sure things haven’t changed.