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Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest

6 Reviews

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from October 16, 2024 through May 14, 2025.

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Cascade Campground, near Buena Vista, Colorado, is a cozy spot that offers a great escape into nature with stunning mountain views. The sites are well-spaced and shaded by plenty of trees, making it a comfortable place to set up camp.

This campground features picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for evening gatherings and roasting marshmallows. Visitors have noted the peaceful atmosphere, with one camper mentioning, “No road noise,” which adds to the tranquility of the experience. The hand pump water source is available, but keep in mind that RVs can't fill directly from it.

For those looking to stretch their legs, there are trails nearby that connect to the surrounding wilderness, including a path leading to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo. Fishing in Chalk Creek is also a popular activity, so don’t forget your gear if you’re into that.

While the campground doesn’t have showers or electric hookups, the natural beauty and the chance to spot wildlife make it a worthwhile destination. Just be sure to make reservations early, especially on weekends, as this spot tends to fill up quickly. Whether you're camping in a tent or an RV, Cascade Campground offers a refreshing retreat into the heart of Colorado's outdoors.

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Location

Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest is located in Colorado

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Directions

In Nathrop, CO, at intersection of US Rt. 285 and County Rt. 162, take Rt. 162 west 9.7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.

Coordinates

38.71013351 N
106.2443844 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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6 Reviews

BThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 21, 2023

Small with decent sized campsites

A small campground with great sites nestled between Mt Princeton and Antero. A trail from the E end of the campground connects with a railroad grade trail and trails to Antero. I will come back here. No road noise.

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Month of VisitJuly
Larry E.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jun. 8, 2022

Plenty of Aspen and wildlife.

Sites are spread out. Nice shade with plenty of trees. Fish in Chalk creek. Close to St. Elmo. Camp host may be too political. Water is a pump, can't fill RV's directly.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest by Larry E., June 8, 2022
  • Review photo of Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest by Larry E., June 8, 2022
NThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2021

Beautiful High

Fee: $22.00 overnight $7.00 day use

Reservations 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov

Open: Mid May to Mid Oct

Fire ring, picnic table, trash, pit toilets, tent sites, water, and purchase firewood The gravel road in and there are gravel sites. This is a beautiful campground and the surrounding mountains. Spring and fall will so totally amazing because of the colors. Watch out for the altitude if you are not use to it. We were there in the fall and enjoyed a bit of snow on the way up the mountain to St Elmo's, ghost town If you are able head up to the top of the mountain and stroll around a Colorado ghost town.

LNT

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest by N I., October 31, 2021
  • Review photo of Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest by N I., October 31, 2021
  • Review photo of Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest by N I., October 31, 2021
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Tim B.
Reviewed Jun. 20, 2021

Camped here last October 2020

It was amazing and beautiful, close to a lake and close to the town of st. Elmo which is a cool old little mining town.

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Month of VisitOctober
C
Reviewed Jun. 18, 2020

Nice, Shady Flat Campsites

Stayed here three nights in 2020.  Small campground, near road but actually fairly quiet.  Gravel campsites are flat.  Vault toilets.  Lots of shade. 

If you rely on solar it would be better to choose nearby Chalk Lake Campground or Mt Princeton campground just a mile down the road from this one.

Hand pump water source, need a bucket or container to use.  No hose to connect to RV or fill tanks.

Lots to do in Chalk Creek Canyon if you look for it.

It is my favorite in this canyon because of privacy between campsites - lots of trees and bushes.  Also like the gravel at campsites - keeps mud down.

Great for kids and seniors.  Dogs on leashes.

Make weekend reservations in January, Feb, or March - this one is always FULL on weekends and most reserved sites are FULL all weekdays too.

Site15
Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest?

    Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest is located at 9022 feet.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest?

    Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Cascade Campground - San Isabel National Forest?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.