Silver Bar Campground

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White River National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · White River National Forest Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Status: none Reservations: Reserve at Recreation.gov Overview Silver Bar Campground is located approximately five miles southwest of Aspen, Colorado, on the banks of Maroon Creek. The campground is adjacent to the Maroon Bells Welcome Station. This small, primitive, campground features four tent-only, walk-in sites with centralized vault toilets only a few yards away from each campsite. A single accessible campsite is located near the toilets and water source. The campground sits at an elevation of 8,460 feet, allowing guests to experience warm summer days and cool evenings with probable afternoon thunderstorms. Properly licensed anglers may fish in Maroon Creek, which runs along the eastern edge of the campground. Come prepared for changing weather conditions. Snow is possible even at the peak of summer. Recreation For hikers and backpackers, the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Area epitomizes the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.… Getting there: Located approximately 5 miles southwest of Aspen, Colorado, on Maroon Creek Road. From Highway 82, take the Maroon Creek Road exit at the roundabout on the west edge of town. Follow Maroon Creek Road to the Welcome Station. Silver Bar Campground is on the left. Rules: - 5 day stay limit . * There is an 8 person, two car limit per campsite. - Pets must be on a leash at all times while visiting campgrounds AND within designated Wilderness. The leash should not exceed 6 feet in length. - Camping is permitted in developed campgrounds and/or designated campsites only. Phone: (970)963-2266 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231881 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.