Coaldale Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check out: 12 pm (noon)'Quiet hours: 10 pm to 6 am
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 50.0 mi
- Coordinates
- 38.3359, -105.8020
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
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
From the USFS.
Is Coaldale Campground free?
No. Coaldale Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Coaldale Campground?
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.
What are the rules at Coaldale Campground?
Maximum 8 persons per site. Maximum RV length is 25 ft. Dogs must be leashed at all times. No discharge of firearms or fireworks. Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground. Camping is NOT ALLOWED behind a LOCKED GATE.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
