Hayden Creek Campground

Area Status: Closed

Hayden Creek Campground is a hidden gem on the Salida Ranger District. The campground is small with only eleven sites. It is located on the banks of Hayden Creek and at the base of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The campground is wooded and very secluded. Sites are best suited to tent camping or small trailers or RV's. Vehicles 25 ft. or less work best in the area.

Prior to Memorial Day weekend and after Labor Day, trash service may not be available.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Closed for the season.
Operational Hours:	Check out: 12 p.m. (noon) Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Reservations:	This is a first-come, first-served campground. No reservations.
Fees:	$20 per site for overnight camping. Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. $10.00 for a third vehicle. $10.00 fee for day use if not camping overnight. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order. Self-servicing fee tube is available. Sites must be occupied the first night of payment.
Permit Info:	Remember to check fishing regulations before fishing at any body of water. For stocking reports and more information on regulations or fishing licenses, check out the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website.
Usage:	Medium
Busiest Season:	May-September
Restrictions:	Maximum 8 persons per site: 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle (RV). Maximum length of RV is 30 ft. Dogs must be leashed at all times. No discharge of firearms or fireworks.
Closest Towns:	Coaldale & Salida, CO
Water:	No drinking water provided.
Restroom:	Vault toilet
Passes:	Interagency Senior/Access passes valid for 50% discount on the camping fee for one site.
Operated By:	Concessionaire
Information Center:	For general information, contact the Salida Ranger District. Campground does not have phone service; it is not possible to check availability prior to arrival.

General Information

Directions:

From Salida: Travel east on Highway 50 to Coaldale. Turn right onto County Road 6. Stay on this road for 5 miles, passing Cutty's private campground.

From Canon City: Travel west on Highway 50 to Coaldale. Turn left onto County Road 6. Stay on this road for 5 miles, passing Cutty's private campground.

General Notes:

Bears are common in this area and campers must place all coolers, food and edible items in a hard-sided vehicle at night. Do not leave food out on picnic tables or leave pet food bowls on the ground.

Parking:

Parking is limited to the parking spur provided at each campsite.