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Difficult Campground

Difficult Campground
Difficult Campground
Difficult Campground
Difficult Campground
Difficult Campground

About Difficult Campground

Located 5 miles southeast of Aspen, Colorado, Difficult Campground sits on the banks of the Roaring Fork River on the western slope of the Colorado Rockies. Campsites are nestled in a mixed forest of aspen, cottonwood, pine, fir, scrub oak, and spruce, and several are at the river's edge, offering an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation.

Number of accommodations: 47

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 13

Sites & Availability

47 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 001, Loop: GRP
No Hookups
$120.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: DIFF
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$33.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: DIFF
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$33.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: DIFF
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$33.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 021, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 022, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 024, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 027, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 028, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 029, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: DIFF
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$33.00
/ per night
🚐 032, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 033, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 034, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 035, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 036, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 038, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 039, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 040, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 041, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 042, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 043, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 044, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 045, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 046, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 047, Loop: DIFF
No Hookups
$33.00
/ per night

Reviews (441)

What Guests Are Saying

Difficult Campground is praised for its beautiful setting, with well-spaced, private sites nestled among trees, and proximity to Aspen and nearby trails. Campers enjoyed clean facilities and friendly hosts who were attentive and helpful. While some sites may be less desirable, overall, visitors found it a peaceful and enjoyable experience, with opportunities for wildlife sightings and easy access to outdoor activities.

Review Summary

4.6
441 reviews
5
74.1%
327
4
15.2%
67
3
6.1%
27
2
3.6%
16
1
0.9%
4

James H

Verified

June 20, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 043, Loop: DIFF

1

Was notified 2 days before my booking that the campsite was closed to all soft sided tents but that relocation would be provided. Then 24 hrs before my trip was told no relocation was available but refunds were available upon request yet no link or resources for requesting a refund were provided.

Rachel B

Verified

June 16, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 021, Loop: DIFF

4

Good campground with big spots(on exterior sites)! I have stayed multiple times throughout the years, but this summer it did feel more party than camper vibes. It was also odd that the camp hosts did not seem to comment on anyone who was leaving trash/food/cooking materials out thoughtout the day and night( at least that we could tell based on what we saw throughout our stay). Especially with the current ban in place now of no tents after a bear incident.

Roxy S

Verified

June 16, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 029, Loop: DIFF

5

spacious campsites with privacy b/c of all the trees; bathrooms were clean

Ethan C

Verified

June 15, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 047, Loop: DIFF

5

What a beautiful campground. Very clean facilities. We'll be back!

Claire G

Verified

June 15, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 024, Loop: DIFF

5

Great Great location!!

Beth P

Verified

June 15, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 041, Loop: DIFF

5

The site was nicely maintained and had nice separation from other sites. A trail leaving from the campsite was a nice hike.

Sandi S

Verified

June 12, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 014, Loop: DIFF

5

Bathroom clean and well maintained. Site clear. Noice host greeting us. Quiet and relaxing

Nathan M

Verified

June 9, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 043, Loop: DIFF

5

Great place. Great privacy, incredible scenery and a beautiful river nearby.

sabine f

Verified

June 9, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 029, Loop: DIFF

5

Spacious campsite, clean toilets, feels very secluded but yet only a short drive into Aspen.

Barb B

Verified

June 5, 2025 β€’ Stayed at: 042, Loop: DIFF

5

The campground hosts are friendly and helpful. It’s a beautiful location close to so many adventures.

Location Difficult Campground

Address:
665 Difficult Campground Rd
Aspen, CO, 81611
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 39.1417 / -106.771

Elevation: 2494 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Dogs must be always on leash within the two sites and anywhere in this area.Campers must occupy the site the first night at a campsite. This prevents booking the site for Fri-Sun and showing up on Saturday.Campers may leave the site for 24 hours and must occupy the site otherwise. This allows a camper to say go for an overnight backpack trip in the woods for one night and come back to their campsite the next day.

General

All food, beverage and trash must be always attended by an adult, this requires someone within 100 feet of the attractants. Otherwise, all attractants shall be stored in a locked vehicle/camper or food lockers.Those camping must adhere to the food storage rule as well and store all attractants in a locked vehicle unless attending the food, garbage, etc.

General

All garbage shall be removed from the site and deposited in the appropriate receptacle by check out time.

General

Off Highway Vehicle Use in not allowed at group or any other site in campground

General

Check in time is 2:00pm and Check out time is 11:00amIt is imperative that you are clear from the site at 11:00am on your check out day so the host can come prepare the site for the next event. Please don't be the group that makes the incoming group have to wait.

General

Fires are restricted to the metal fire rings or pedestal grill, no other open burning is allowed.

General

Tent camping is allowed on flat, gravel areas shown inside the designated area.

General

RV's and campers must be parked on the hardened gravel surface.

General

RV's and campers cannot hook up to water via the spigots, spigot is for self-fill jugs only.

General

Check with the Ranger District or American Land and Leisure prior to our event to investigate fire restrictions.In the event of fire restrictions, you may only be able to use propane cooking facilities.

General

Quite hours are from 10pm to 6am, please respect other visitors to the area and the neighboring campsites. Sound travels in the mountains, don't be that rowdy party that disturbs others.

General

VENDOR AND EVENT REQUIREMENTS Renters of these sites may hire vendors to support their use such as catering, flowers, music, ceremony efficient, photography, chair rental, etc. These vendors are not required to obtain a separate permit to provide these services. However, the party who rented Windy Point via Recreation.gov is responsible for all actions and/or damage taken by the vendors. The vendor must follow all site rules. All vendors shall adhere to check-in/out times for set up and especially retrieval of their equipment. In event the vendor does not retrieve their equipment, the renter is responsible to remove the equipment by noon on checkout day.

General

Vendor Requirements-Commercial Filming and Still Photography: purpose is for a pre-paid film/photography service to document the event only. The products are only available to the client who reserved the group site and their guests. No re-sale is allowed. -Food and Drink Catering: purpose is for a prep-paid food/beverage service provided by the client who booked the group site for the sole service to their guests of the event. No other service shall be offered to other recreation visitors. -Music: Music shall be 80 decibels or less as to not disturb other forest users. Music and the overall event shall adhere to the posted quite hours of 10pm to 6am, the event must shut down between those hours. -Chair and Seating: Additional pre-paid seating may be provided by the client who booked the event site. All seating shall be placed on hardened surfaces. Even numbers shall meet posted site limitations.-Event Tents: Appropriately sized tents shall only be placed on/over gravel, hardened areas such as the parking area, concrete pad, or gravel gathering area at Forest Loop. No tents allowed on grass, in the woods etc.-Flowers and other decorations: A pre-paid vendor hired by the client who booked the group site is allowable. All decorations shall be removed immediately post event and not be allowed to bow away or be strewn about the site. Decorations shall bot be affixed to natural features such as trees, rocks, or other vegetation. -Release or throwing of animals, vegetation, or any other materials: Ariel release of any/all items such as but not limited to doves, other birds, butterflies, balloons, rice, petals, flowers, fireworks, reveal features, or any other item is prohibited. These users are not considered nominal and are prohibited. This is a natural environment, and all celebratory its shall reflect the setting.

General

Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.WhiteRiver.Aspen@AmericanLL.com

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