Walk-in access defines the camping experience at Coaldale Campground, where visitors carry their gear from the parking area to forested sites near a creek. This US Forest Service campground operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day and prohibits pets, creating a quieter environment for those who don't mind the extra effort required to reach their campsite.
The campground sits within San Isabel National Forest and provides basic toilet facilities. Several nearby options include Cutty's Resort - Hayden Creek and Hayden Creek Roadside Camp for campers preferring drive-up access or pet-friendly policies.
Description
Coaldale Campground is located on the banks of Hayden Creek and is a quiet campground with only 10 campsites. Most of the campsites are walk-in sites with small parking areas.__The area is thick with gamble oak, juniper, and cottonwood trees__. Sites 1-5 are walk-in sites for tent camping. Vault toilet is available only during peak season
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Location
Public CampgroundCoaldale Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
To get to this campground from Salida, travel 15 miles on Highway 50 east toward Canon City. Just outside of Coaldale, watch for signs indicating access to \"Cutty's Resort\" and Hayden Creek. Turn right at the signs and get on Fremont County Road 6. County Road 6 travels south, winding up towards Hayden Pass. Cutty's Resort (private) is located on the left and about .25 miles past the resort is Coaldale campground.
Coordinates
38.33587413 N
105.8019904 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 26 min from Pueblo, CO
- 1 hr 48 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 40 min from Denver, CO
- 3 hrs 3 min from Boulder, CO
