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About Silver Bell Campground
Number of accommodations: 4
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Parking
Picnic Table
Restrooms
River Access
Fire Pit
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- Restrooms
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- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
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- Parking
Water Access
- River Access
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Reviews (64)
What Guests Are Saying
Silver Bell Campground is a charming and well-maintained site, ideal for exploring the Maroon Bells area. Most reviews highlight the clean facilities, scenic views, and pleasant sounds of the nearby river, making it a relaxing getaway. While some sites may require leveling and staff interactions could improve, the campground's privacy and access to biking trails and Aspen enhance the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Silver Bell Campground is a charming and well-maintained site, ideal for exploring the Maroon Bells area. Most reviews highlight the clean facilities, scenic views, and pleasant sounds of the nearby river, making it a relaxing getaway. While some sites may require leveling and staff interactions could improve, the campground's privacy and access to biking trails and Aspen enhance the overall experience.
Review Summary
Jamie S
VerifiedAugust 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SILV
Close proximity to the maroon bells. Daytime noise from the bus passing along the road, but the bubbling river was a great sound machine to sleep to at night. Clean toilets and a good spot for a tent and vampire/table
Jamie S
VerifiedAugust 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SILV
Close proximity to the maroon bells. Daytime noise from the bus passing along the road, but the bubbling river was a great sound machine to sleep to at night. Clean toilets and a good spot for a tent and vampire/table
Drew C
VerifiedJuly 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SILV
Beautiful spot.
Drew C
VerifiedJuly 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SILV
Beautiful spot.
Greg A
VerifiedOctober 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SILV
Great location. Watch out for Bicyclists on the road - they have no idea about the rules of the road.
Greg A
VerifiedOctober 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SILV
Great location. Watch out for Bicyclists on the road - they have no idea about the rules of the road.
Peter R
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SILV
Rangers are very friendly and helpful, and the campsite is beautiful! No firewood is sold in the area so (if there isn't a fire ban) make sure to stock up in town
Peter R
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SILV
Rangers are very friendly and helpful, and the campsite is beautiful! No firewood is sold in the area so (if there isn't a fire ban) make sure to stock up in town
Jeff P
VerifiedAugust 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SILV
The campsite (#6) was beautiful, right along the creek. The bathrooms are less than desirable, but that's pretty much gonna be a given at any such campground. That being said, the staff do the best they can at keeping them clean.
Word of advice, if you want to have a nice hot shower and use some nice facilities, the Aspen Recreation Center charges $11.50 to use the showers/locker room, or $25 to use the full facility (gym, pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, etc..). Honestly, to me it was well worth the price. As you'd expect for Aspen, the facility is world class.
Jeff P
VerifiedAugust 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SILV
The campsite (#6) was beautiful, right along the creek. The bathrooms are less than desirable, but that's pretty much gonna be a given at any such campground. That being said, the staff do the best they can at keeping them clean.
Word of advice, if you want to have a nice hot shower and use some nice facilities, the Aspen Recreation Center charges $11.50 to use the showers/locker room, or $25 to use the full facility (gym, pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, etc..). Honestly, to me it was well worth the price. As you'd expect for Aspen, the facility is world class.
Location Silver Bell Campground
Address:
Aspen Sopris Ranger District Po Box 309
Carbondale, CO, 81623
United States
Coming to Aspen via Independence Pass: Take Highway 82 West from downtown Aspen, 1 mile to the roundabout (rotary). From the roundabout, take Maroon Creek Road 4.7 miles to the Maroon Bells Welcome Station. Continue past the Welcome Station half a mile. Silver Bell Campground is on the left hand side. Silver Bell Campground is approximately 5 miles from Highway 82 at the roundabout.
Coming to Aspen via Glenwood Springs: Take Highway 82 for 40 miles to the roundabout (rotary). From the roundabout, take Maroon Creek Road 4.7 miles to the Maroon Bells Welcome Station. Continue past the Welcome Station half a mile. Silver Bell Campground is on the left hand side. Silver Bell Campground is approximately 5 miles from Highway 82 at the roundabout.
Silver Bell Campground is accessed via Highway 82, which is approximately 5 miles from the campground at the roundabout in Aspen.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.1417 / -106.892
Elevation: 2707 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
11AM
- The welcome station is open from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site capacity
- You can stay at the Maroon Bells Scenic Area campgrounds for a maximum of five days.
- Campsites allow a maximum of 8 people and 2 tents within the designated area.
- Overnight camping in wilderness areas requires registration and approved bear canisters for food storage.
Site types & loops
- Camping is allowed only in developed campgrounds or designated campsites.
- Horses are prohibited in the campgrounds.
Fees & deposits
- A $10 car pass is required for entry, in addition to the camping fee.
Local regulations
- Independence Pass is usually open from Memorial Day to mid-October, depending on weather conditions.
General
- This area provides access to the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness area.
Pets
- Pets must be leashed at all times in the Maroon Bells Scenic Area and designated Wilderness areas.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food, beverages, trash, and scented items must be stored properly; bear-proof lockers and trash receptacles are available.
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally and burn it on-site to prevent tree diseases.
Amenities
- Visit the provided link for more information about White River National Forest.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
