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Cathedral

Rio Grande National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundRio Grande National ForestColorado
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Cathedral in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.

About Cathedral

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 grou

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We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

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❓ Cathedral FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Cathedral?

Cathedral in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How can I get a spot at Cathedral when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Cathedral often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Cathedral and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.

Where is Cathedral located?

Cathedral is located in Rio Grande National Forest, Colorado. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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