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Silver Queen Campground

Silver Queen Campground
Silver Queen Campground

About Silver Queen Campground

Located just outside Aspen, Colorado, Silver Queen Campground is hemmed in by aspen groves, a short walk from Maroon Creek, with views of 14,018 foot Pyramid Peak. The campground sits at an elevation of 8,460 feet, allowing guests to experience warm summer days and cool evenings with probable afternoon thunderstorms. Come prepared for changing weather conditions. Snow is possible even at the peak of summer.

Number of accommodations: 5

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 22

Sites & Availability

5 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: SILV
No Hookups
$15.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: SILV
No Hookups
$15.00
/ per night
003, Loop: SILVER QUEEN
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$15.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: SILV
No Hookups
$15.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: SILV
No Hookups
$15.00
/ per night

Reviews (61)

What Guests Are Saying

Silver Queen Campground offers a beautiful and tranquil escape near Maroon Bells, with well-maintained, clean facilities and scenic surroundings. Most sites provide privacy and access to the soothing sound of Maroon Creek, enhancing the camping experience. While there are some concerns about water availability and occasional noise from nearby hikers, the overall positive ambiance and exceptional location make it a highly recommended spot for campers.

Review Summary

4.8
61 reviews
5
83.6%
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4
9.8%
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4.9%
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Steve W

Verified

December 22, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV

5

Beautiful as always

Patricia K

Verified

August 31, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV

5

Beautiful quiet campground close to Maroon Bells. Site 02 is very private and has access to the river. The sound of the river was great to sleep to. Bathrooms were the cleanest I’ve ever seen!

Karen B

Verified

August 29, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV

5

Very scenic and quiet campground! The vault toilets were the cleanest I’ve ever experienced!

Katie R

Verified

August 14, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILVER QUEEN

5

Such a lovely spot! The bathrooms were impeccable, the place was well maintained, and the location excellent. Site three is close to the river and I really enjoyed having the white noise at night.

ella r

Verified

August 14, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: SILV

4

I stayed at campsite #1 with a 19' camper. I had a difficult time leveling side to side, so ended up being living with it. Overall, I loved the campground.

Meriel C

Verified

August 11, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV

5

Had a lovely stay at Site 4, which is the closest to the very clean vault toilets and close to Maroon Creek Road. Tent pad is generally smaller than other campgrounds, but was able to squeeze a small 2 person backpacking tent and a 3 person camp tent.

Robert R

Verified

August 1, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV

5

I felt like I'd won the lottery when I snagged this campsite six months ago. One of the best campsites ever. Only six sites with four next to Maroon Creek. Loved having full access to Maroon Creek Rd so we could visit Maroon Bells as often and whenever we wanted. We're not fans of vault toilets but these were the cleanest we've ever seen with no odor or flies.

SUSAN G

Verified

July 19, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV

5

Gorgeous surroundings, spacious site, very clean restroom. Top notch camping.

Ambereen E

Verified

July 11, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV

5

The campsite is secluded, the sound of Maroon Creek drowning any noise from the road. The campsites are surrounded by Aspens and lush greenery and with views of Pyramid peak through the trees. The Vault toilets were clean. It does appear as if people book campsites but then don't show up. The campsites were mostly empty even though they had reserved signs. It was nice to have the place so peaceful, but it is disappointing for people who would have liked to come to camp but could not because of reservations made with no shows.

Christa A

Verified

July 5, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILVER QUEEN

5

Beautiful, quiet campground nestled in the aspens! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in site #3, which had Maroon Creek just down the trail from our tent. It was so nice be able to walk down to the creek and to fall asleep to the sound of rushing water each night! The bathrooms were right across from the entrance to our site, and always clean. Bear boxes had ample space for our food as well. We fit a 16x10 tent diagonally on the tent pad. That would probably be the max size!

In my opinion, site #3 looked to be the best site as it was furthest from the road and had the creek in the background. It felt private despite having the restrooms across from the site. Site #6 has a pretty view of the Maroon Bells. Site #2 looks to be the next most private as it is away from the road too. That being said, with minimal traffic on the road I don’t think you could go wrong in any site at this campground! There are lots of trees between each site to make it feel more private.

Overall loved Silver Queen and would recommend it to anyone wanting to travel to the Maroon Bells. It’s worth it to camp here just to have unrestricted access to Maroon Lake and beyond.

Location Silver Queen Campground

Address:
Aspen Sopris Ranger District Po Box 309
Carbondale, CO, 81623
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 39.1331 / -106.9

Elevation: 2638 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
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Maroon Bells Scenic Area campgrounds have a five day total stay limit.

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Check out time is 11:00 a.m.

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Camping permitted in developed campgrounds and/or designated campsites only.

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$10 car pass is required in addition to camping fee and will be collected as you enter the area. The car pass gives you unrestricted access to your campsite and the Maroon Bells.

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Welcome station is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Independence Pass (Highway 82) is normally open from Memorial Day through mid-October, weather dependent. If you are planning an event during these times, please call the Colorado Department of Transportation Hotline for road updates at (877) 315-7623.

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This area provides access to the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness area.

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Pets must be on a leash at all times while visiting Maroon Bells Scenic Area, and within designated Wilderness.

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Campsites are limited to 8 people and 2 tents that fit within the defined footprint of the campsite. You may not expand campsite into surrounding vegetation.

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All food, beverages, trash, and scented items must be properly stored when not attended. Bear-proof food lockers are provided at each site and bear-proof trash receptacles are provided at the campground.

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Horses are not allowed in Campgrounds.

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Camping overnight in wilderness areas requires registration (proper food storage is required in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness in an approved bear cannister).

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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Click here for more information about White River National Forest.

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Reservations must check-in at the Welcome Station within 24 hours of their check-in day and time or their site will be forfeited.

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