Fort Collins / Lakeside KOA Holiday Blog
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Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
***We recommend that you do not use a GPS system to find our KOA.*** Please follow our directions below:
From I-25: Take I-25 exit 269B (Highway 14/Mulberry Street) west.
Take Mulberry street west about 5 miles to Riverside. Turn right. Take Riverside to College Ave/Highway 287 and merge right/going north. Take Highway 287 to the roundabout. Follow the left lane and go through the roundabout towards the town of Laporte. At County Road 54G/Taft Hill Road, there is a stoplight. Turn left on Taft Hill Road. We are .6 miles south on the left. There is a left turning lane.
Planning a family getaway to Colorado doesn’t have to mean paying extra for every member of your crew. At Fort Collins / Lakeside KOA Holiday, families can enjoy a fun and affordable camping trip where kids stay free and most sites include up to six people with no additional guest fees.
Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, this campground offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and family-friendly comfort.
When traveling with kids, costs can add up quickly. Hotels often charge extra for additional guests, but camping keeps things simple.
At Fort Collins / Lakeside KOA Holiday, site rates include up to six people, so families can stay together without worrying about extra per-person charges.
That means:
No surprise extra guest fees
Kids stay free with your reservation
Plenty of space for the whole family
It’s one of the easiest ways to make a Colorado vacation more affordable while still enjoying a comfortable and amenity-filled stay.
Every family camps a little differently, and this campground offers several ways to stay depending on your travel style.
RV travelers will find spacious pull-thru and back-in sites with full hookups, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Some sites even feature KOA Patio® spaces or private hot tubs, adding an extra layer of comfort to your camping experience.
With room for up to six guests per site, RV camping is perfect for families road-tripping through Colorado.
If you love the idea of camping but prefer not to pack all the gear, cabins are a great option.
Families can enjoy:
Comfortable beds
Air conditioning
Outdoor fire pits
Easy access to campground amenities
Deluxe cabins even offer full bathrooms, giving families the fun of camping with a few extra conveniences.
Tent campers can enjoy sites located near the campground’s private lake, many with electricity and grills for convenience.
Sleeping under the stars while waking up to mountain views is an experience kids will remember long after the trip is over.
One of the best parts of staying at Fort Collins / Lakeside KOA Holiday is how much there is for families to do without ever leaving the campground.
Amenities and activities include:
Swimming pool and splash zone (seasonal)
Catch-and-release fishing in the private lake
Paddleboat rentals
Mini golf
Jump pad and playground
Pickleball, basketball, volleyball, and shuffleboard
Bike rentals and a walking trail
KampK9® dog park for your furry campers
These amenities help turn the campground into a destination itself, giving kids space to play while parents relax and enjoy the outdoors.
The campground also hosts themed weekends and organized activities throughout the season, giving families even more opportunities to make memories together.
Beyond the campground, there’s plenty to see and do nearby.
Located just minutes from downtown Fort Collins, the campground is an ideal home base for exploring the region.
Local adventures include:
Walking through historic Old Town Fort Collins
Visiting local breweries and restaurants
Hiking and biking in nearby foothills
Exploring the nearby national forests
Day trips to cities like Denver and Boulder
With the Rocky Mountains nearby and plenty of city attractions within reach, families can easily mix outdoor adventure with local sightseeing.
Some of the best family vacation memories happen during the simplest moments — roasting marshmallows around a fire, playing games outside, or watching the sunset over the lake.
Camping gives families the chance to unplug from busy routines and reconnect with each other. Kids can ride bikes around the campground, play games with new friends, and enjoy the freedom of the outdoors.
If you’re looking for a family-friendly campground in Northern Colorado, camping is one of the best ways to travel together without breaking the budget.
With spacious sites, tons of amenities, and no extra people fees for most stays, Fort Collins / Lakeside KOA Holiday makes it easy to plan a fun and affordable getaway.
Bring the RV, book a cabin, or pitch a tent — and get ready for a Colorado camping trip filled with fresh air, adventure, and unforgettable family memories.
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Make checkout easy by booking all your reservations at once. Add your sites from different campgrounds into your shopping cart* and then choose checkout.
