Red Feather Lakes Recommendations

The James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus is located in Red Feather Lakes, CO a small unincorporated Rocky Mountain town in Larimer County, Colorado. With the creation of the Kennedy Mountain Campus, the University of Denver continues to develop strong relationships within the Red Feather Lakes community. Explore our collaborative community partnerships, ongoing projects, and impactful initiatives.

To enhance your stay, our Kennedy Mountain Campus team has curated a selection of lodging, dining options, and nearby attractions, all within a convenient 20-minute drive from the campus. For groups of six or more, we recommend calling ahead to ensure availability and create a seamless experience.

picturesque mountain lake
Dining

The Tavern at Red Feathers Lakes
The Ranch House Restaurant and Pub
Pot Belly Restaurant and Lounge

Convenience Stores

Red Feather Trading Post 
41 Main St, RFL, CO 80545

Red Feather Lakes Super Market 
137 Dowdy Lake Rd, RFL, CO 80545

Hill Top General Store and Cabins 
99 Hiawatha Hwy, RFL, CO 80545 

Red Feather Lakes Ace Hardware

Boating & Fishing

The Red Feather Lakes area has four public lakes open for non-motorized boating and fishing; Dowdy Lake, Parvin Lake, West Lake, and Bellaire Lake.

Hiking

Though the Kennedy Mountain Campus is not yet accessible to the general public for hiking, we encourage exploration of these nearby trails:

Winter Recreation

The wonderland expands beyond the Kennedy Mountain Campus boundaries, promising endless outdoor enjoyment in colder months.

Horseback Riding

Scenic trails beckon riders to explore nature's beauty from a unique perspective, now just outside the boundaries of the Kennedy Mountain Campus.

Camping
aspen grove

While Kennedy Mountain Campus develops exciting new opportunities on its property, we suggest overnighting at camp sites within the welcoming Red Feather Lakes community.

Dowdy Lake Campground
West Lake Campground
Bellaire Lake Campground
North Fork Poudre Campground
Roosevelt National Forest Dispersed Camping 

Lodging
aerial view of kennedy mountain campus cabins

Additional cabin style lodging opportunities are also available beyond the Kennedy Mountain Campus boundaries.

Alpine Lodge at Red Feather Lakes
Beaver Meadows
Fox Acres
Marr's Mountain Cabins