Cathedral Campground
Rio Grande National Forest, Colorado
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As of September 2026, Cathedral Campground is a campground in Colorado with 22 campsites. Cathedral Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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September 2026
Campsites at Cathedral Campground
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, hiking, offroad, horse riding.
About Cathedral Campground
Overview
Cathedral Campground is northwest of Del Norte and northeast of South Fork on Embargo Creek. The campground has 22 sites, all first come, first served. 17 are dead end spurs and 5 are pull through sites. The sites vary from 35 to 45 feet in length. This campground is located in a mature aspen and spruce grove with a beautiful view of Cathedral Rock to the north. Embargo Creek flows alongside the east side of the grounds. The campground is composed of two large loops along Cathedral Creek. The left-hand loop features a large meadow and a few open sites. The right-hand loop has a dense Aspen and spruce (including Blue) forest and a more rustic feel.
John Charles Fremont's winter camp is nearby. He attempted an ill-fated expedition across the Rocky Mountains for a transcontinental railroad route in late 1848.
All sites are first come, first served and cannot be reserved.
No trash service or receptacles. Please pack out all garbage.
There is ample fishing in Embargo Creek and hiking/horseback riding/mountain biking on Cathedral Creek Trail #794, Embargo Trail #792 and Fremont's Camp Trail #885. Motorcycles may use both Cathedral and Embargo Trails. ATVs are not allowed on the trails.
Facilities
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (719) 657-3321.
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Cathedral Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Cathedral Campground?
Cathedral Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 22 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Cathedral Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Cathedral Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Cathedral Campground have?
Cathedral Campground has 22 campsites.
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