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About Silver Bar Campground
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Reviews (107)
What Guests Are Saying
Silver Bar Campground is a well-maintained and beautiful spot, offering clean facilities and friendly staff. The campground features only four sites, providing a sense of privacy and easy access to the nearby creek and Maroon Bells scenic area. While some sites are more exposed than others, the overall ambiance, including the sound of the rushing water and ample shade, makes it a highly recommended destination for camping enthusiasts.
What Guests Are Saying
Silver Bar Campground is a well-maintained and beautiful spot, offering clean facilities and friendly staff. The campground features only four sites, providing a sense of privacy and easy access to the nearby creek and Maroon Bells scenic area. While some sites are more exposed than others, the overall ambiance, including the sound of the rushing water and ample shade, makes it a highly recommended destination for camping enthusiasts.
Review Summary
Alexander L
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Absolutely wonderful experience staying at this campground. Right off the road that heads up to Maroon Lake, so it is easily accessible. Our campsite was right next to the Maroon Creek, so it was not only beautiful, but it also drowned out any cars driving up the road. Easy access to a bunch of hikes. I highly recommend the hike up to Cathedral Lake and, of course, Crater Lake.
Dean A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Everything that I look for in a campground.
Dean A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Everything that I look for in a campground.
Olga W
VerifiedJuly 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILV
Wonderful experience as always. Silver bar Campground has only four sites and it was Far Enough from the Welcome station that it was quiet. It was also very roomy and there was a nice shady place under the trees and also by the river to play in for the kids. The bathroom is kept extremely clean and it was nice to have so much room. You're also close enough to have Wi-Fi for texting which is helpful.
Olga W
VerifiedJuly 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILV
Wonderful experience as always. Silver bar Campground has only four sites and it was Far Enough from the Welcome station that it was quiet. It was also very roomy and there was a nice shady place under the trees and also by the river to play in for the kids. The bathroom is kept extremely clean and it was nice to have so much room. You're also close enough to have Wi-Fi for texting which is helpful.
Tom C
VerifiedJuly 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SILV
Wonderful camping. The weather was very mild, even at night and early in the morning. The night sky was bright with stars. Great chance to watch meteors and satellites. The camp site was generously spaced from the few others in Silver Bar. Lack of water was not an issue. The camp ground was close to the road, so during the day you heard traffic, which kept you from feeling you were "deep in the woods," but overall it was great being in such a beautiful spot for four nights.
Tom C
VerifiedJuly 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SILV
Wonderful camping. The weather was very mild, even at night and early in the morning. The night sky was bright with stars. Great chance to watch meteors and satellites. The camp site was generously spaced from the few others in Silver Bar. Lack of water was not an issue. The camp ground was close to the road, so during the day you heard traffic, which kept you from feeling you were "deep in the woods," but overall it was great being in such a beautiful spot for four nights.
michelle p
VerifiedFebruary 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Pure magic
michelle p
VerifiedFebruary 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Pure magic
Michael A
VerifiedJanuary 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV
Hiking that area was one of the most beautiful places I've been.
Location Silver Bar Campground
Address:
Aspen Sopris Ranger District Po Box 309
Carbondale, CO, 81623
United States
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.
Silver Bar Campground is accessible via Highway 82, which is approximately 5 miles northeast in Aspen. From Highway 82, take the Maroon Creek Road exit to reach the campground.
Elevation: 2582 feet
33 mi drive to downtown Carbondale (about 46 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
11AM
- The Welcome Station is open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Check in at the Welcome Station within 24 hours of your reserved time to avoid site forfeiture.
Site capacity
- Total stay limit of five days at Maroon Bells campgrounds.
- Campsites allow a maximum of 8 people and 2 tents within defined boundaries.
Site types & loops
- Camping is allowed only in developed campgrounds or designated campsites.
- Horses are prohibited in all campgrounds.
- Overnight camping in wilderness areas necessitates registration and proper food storage in bear canisters.
Fees & deposits
- A $10 car pass is required, in addition to the camping fee, for access to your campsite.
Local regulations
- Independence Pass is usually open from Memorial Day to mid-October, but check for weather conditions.
General
- This area provides access to the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness area.
Pets
- Pets must always be leashed in the Maroon Bells Scenic Area and designated Wilderness.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store all food and scented items securely when unattended; bear-proof lockers and trash receptacles are available.
Fires & fuel
- Obtain firewood locally to prevent spreading harmful organisms; visit dontmovefirewood.org for details.
Amenities
- Visit the provided link for more information on White River National Forest.
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Last updated: September 8, 2026
