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Cascade (Colorado)

PSICC — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: SALIDA, CO, CO

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (111 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cascade Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This popular facility sits near Cascade Falls and is within 5 miles of a private hot springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation. "First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be available when you get there.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cascade-colorado to be notified when sites open up.

Cascade Campground sits near Cascade Falls in beautiful Chaffee County and is within 5 miles of a private hot springs resort. The facility offers fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and other recreational activities in a scenic mountain setting.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Red Fox, Abert's Squirrel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Hairy Woodpecker, American Pipit, Evening Grosbeak, and American Robin are present in the area.

Insider tips for Cascade (Colorado): Arrive early Thursday or Friday as the campground normally fills by Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday. Bring your own firewood or purchase from the camp host. Sites are first come, first served but availability is not guaranteed even with early arrival.

Skip Cascade (Colorado) if: You require RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites.. You need a self-contained RV as the campground is not suitable for larger rigs requiring utilities.. You plan to visit outside May through October when the campground is closed..

Best time to visit Cascade (Colorado): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Chalk Lake (SALIDA, CO), Mount Princeton (SALIDA, CO), Bootleg (Nathrop, CO), Iron City (Nathrop, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cascade (Colorado)

Cell signal at Cascade (Colorado) (SALIDA, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    SALIDA, CO, CO★ 4.7 (111 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Cascade Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This popular facility sits near Cascade Falls and is within 5 miles of a private hot springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation. "First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be available when you get there.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV73 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites1 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesCamp Host
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsFishing

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You require RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites.✕ You need a self-contained RV as the campground is not suitable for larger rigs requiring utilities.✕ You plan to visit outside May through October when the campground is closed.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Arrive early Thursday or Friday as the campground normally fills by Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday.

    Bring your own firewood or purchase from the camp host.

    Sites are first come, first served but availability is not guaranteed even with early arrival.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Mule Deer, Red Fox, Abert's Squirrel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Hairy Woodpecker, American Pipit, Evening Grosbeak, and American Robin are present in the area.

    Location

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    CAMPGROUNDS DO NOT HAVE PHONE SERVICE, CALLING TO CHECK AVAILABILITY PRIOR TO ARRIVAL IS NOT POSSIBLE. FOR RESERVATIONS CALL: 1-877-444-6777· PSICC
    Getting there →

    From Buena Vista, Colorado, take Highway 285 south to Nathrop. Turn west on County Road 162 and travel 9 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — PSICC fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at PSICC before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Cascade (Colorado) cost per night?+
    Cascade (Colorado) costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Cascade (Colorado) open?+
    Cascade (Colorado) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Cascade (Colorado) have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Cascade (Colorado)?+
    Cascade (Colorado) can accommodate RVs up to 73 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Cascade (Colorado)?+
    Cascade (Colorado) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Cascade (Colorado)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cascade (Colorado) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Cascade (Colorado) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Cascade (Colorado) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $25 /night★ 4.7 (111)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Cascade (Colorado) cost per night?+
    What season is Cascade (Colorado) open?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Chalk Lake

    SALIDA, CO

    From $25/night

    Mount Princeton

    SALIDA, CO

    From $25/night

    Bootleg

    Nathrop, CO

    From $20/night

    Iron City

    Nathrop, CO

    From $22/night

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