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Hayden Creek

Federal campground in PSICC

Location: Cotopaxi, CO, CO

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Secluded first-come, first-served primitive campground with creek access and fire rings. Campers consistently praise the remote setting, cleanliness, and proximity to town.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Bighorn Sheep, Abert's Squirrel present in area. Also Long-eared Owl, Western Tanager, Canyon Wren, and Wandering Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Hayden Creek: Arrive early on weekdays to secure a site on first-come, first-served basis. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option. Only 1 site available — call ahead or arrive in person to confirm availability.

Skip Hayden Creek if: You need hookups — no hookups available.. You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served only.. You visit outside May-October seasonal window..

Best time to visit Hayden Creek: June — Verified camper visited Wednesday in June and found minimal crowds with clean facilities.. May-October — Official operating season..

Nearby campgrounds: Lake Creek (Co) (Westcliffe, CO), Ohaver Lake (SALIDA, CO), Brewery Creek Guard Station (SAGUACHE, CO), Alvarado Campground (WESTCLIFFE, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hayden Creek

Cell signal at Hayden Creek (Cotopaxi, 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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    Cotopaxi, CO, CO★ 4 (1 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables

    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 need hookups — no hookups available.✕ You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served only.✕ You visit outside May-October seasonal window.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Arrive early on weekdays to secure a site on first-come, first-served basis.

    Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option.

    Only 1 site available

    call ahead or arrive in person to confirm availability.

    Best: June

    Verified camper visited Wednesday in June and found minimal crowds with clean facilities.

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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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: American Black Bear, Bighorn Sheep, Abert's Squirrel present in area. Also Long-eared Owl, Western Tanager, Canyon Wren, and Wandering Garter Snake.

    Location

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    N/A· PSICC
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    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 Hayden Creek cost per night?+
    Hayden Creek costs $22 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Hayden Creek open?+
    Hayden Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Hayden Creek have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Hayden Creek?+
    Hayden Creek is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Hayden Creek?+
    Hayden Creek 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 Hayden Creek?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hayden Creek is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Hayden Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
    Hayden Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $22 /night★ 4 (1)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Lake Creek (Co)

    Westcliffe, CO

    From $25/night

    Ohaver Lake

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    From $28/night

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    From $50/night

    Alvarado Campground

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    From $30/night

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