About Silver Bar Campground
Number of accommodations: 4
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (100)
What Guests Are Saying
Silver Bar Campground offers a beautiful and serene camping experience, particularly highlighted by sites that provide proximity to the river and stunning views of the Maroon Bells. Many reviews praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, and the peaceful sounds of nature. While some sites are described as small and a bit of a walk from parking, the overall ambiance and amenities make it a highly recommended destination for campers seeking privacy and natural beauty.
What Guests Are Saying
Silver Bar Campground offers a beautiful and serene camping experience, particularly highlighted by sites that provide proximity to the river and stunning views of the Maroon Bells. Many reviews praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, and the peaceful sounds of nature. While some sites are described as small and a bit of a walk from parking, the overall ambiance and amenities make it a highly recommended destination for campers seeking privacy and natural beauty.
Review Summary
Dave K
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Maroon creek is so relaxing, it drowns out other noise and is beautiful
Dave K
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Maroon creek is so relaxing, it drowns out other noise and is beautiful
Michael H
VerifiedJuly 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILV
Beautiful location. Individual sites are well separated.
Michael H
VerifiedJuly 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILV
Beautiful location. Individual sites are well separated.
Josh R
VerifiedJuly 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SILV
This campground was amazing.
Patrick Z
VerifiedJuly 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SILV
Well maintained. Friendly staff.
Josh R
VerifiedJuly 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SILV
This campground was amazing.
Patrick Z
VerifiedJuly 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SILV
Well maintained. Friendly staff.
Anna P
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV
Perfect small campground
Anna P
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV
Perfect small campground
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.1458 / -106.892
Elevation: 2582 feet
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: June 4, 2026
