Cascade (Colorado)

Salida Ranger District Office, Salida, Colorado, United States
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Campground, fall foliage, picnic table, fire pit
Campsite with trees, picnic table, fire pit, mountain in background
CASCADE (COLORADO)
Campsite, fire pit, picnic table, green foliage
Campsite with picnic table and fire pit with mountain in background

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
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Available sites

12 total sites
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About Cascade (Colorado)

Cascade Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This popular facility sits near Cascade Falls and is within 5 mi 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. Someone may get there before you. This is a popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday, so plan accordingly.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

12 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 008, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 37 × 12 ft · Gravel
🚐 009, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 43 × 18 ft · Gravel
🚐 010, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 73 × 16 ft · Gravel
🚐 013, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 17 ft · Gravel
🚐 014, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 42 × 16 ft · Gravel
🚐 015, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 49 × 19 ft · Gravel
🚐 016, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 49 × 25 ft · Gravel
🚐 017, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 54 × 16 ft · Gravel
🚐 018, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 51 × 13 ft · Gravel
🚐 019, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 17 ft · Gravel
🚐 020, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 53 × 15 ft · Gravel
🚐 021, Loop: CASC RV
Pet Friendly · 51 × 15 ft · Gravel

Reviews (247)

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What Guests Are Saying

Cascade Campground is a beautiful and well-maintained location with stunning mountain views and plenty of nearby hiking options. Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the friendly camp host, making for a pleasant camping experience. Some visitors faced issues with water availability and reservation cancellations, but overall, many plan to return for another visit.

Review Summary

4.7
247 reviews
5
78.5%
194
4
16.2%
40
3
4.0%
10
2
0.4%
1
1
0.8%
2

Isaac G

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October 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: CASC

5

Beautiful location!

wade g

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October 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: CASC

5

Great location for fall colors. Plenty of trees to add privacy to the campsites.

wade g

Verified

October 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: CASC

5

Great location for fall colors. Plenty of trees to add privacy to the campsites.

David A

Verified

October 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: CASC

5

nice place

Doug D

Verified

October 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: CASC

5

We really enjoyed the Cascade Campground! It was easy to book, and the location and scenery was awesome.

David A

Verified

October 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: CASC

5

nice place

Doug D

Verified

October 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: CASC

5

We really enjoyed the Cascade Campground! It was easy to book, and the location and scenery was awesome.

james m

Verified

October 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CASC

5

LOVED this campground! We stayed 8 days. So many fun things to do and the beautiful Rails to trails hiking trail is right next door. Aspens at peak....just gorgeous!!!

james m

Verified

October 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CASC

5

LOVED this campground! We stayed 8 days. So many fun things to do and the beautiful Rails to trails hiking trail is right next door. Aspens at peak....just gorgeous!!!

Michael E

Verified

September 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: CASC

5

Great spot to camp if you want to get off grid. Lots of trail options and scenic views. Camp host Dave was quite informative and helpful. Water was out of order when we were there but plenty of clean river water

Location & Directions for Cascade (Colorado)

Salida Ranger District Office, Salida, CO 81201 United States

Elevation: 2,753 ft

Getting There

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

Nearest town

Salida, CO - 26 mi

About 35 min to downtown

Highway access

Cascade Camp is accessible via Highway 285, which is approximately 9 miles east of the campground.

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Nearby destinations

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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