About Silver Queen Campground
Number of accommodations: 5
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2026 Season availability
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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.
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
Anne H
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SILV
Lovely campsite in an ideal location for exploring Maroon Bells wilderness.
James R
VerifiedAugust 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SILV
We camped in site # 5 end of July and loved it. Maroon Bells didn’t disappoint. Campground was small and relatively private sites. Pit toilets were very well maintained. Site 5 has some healthy slope in the forward - aft direction so bring some blocks for the tongue jack if you have a trailer. Side to side was just little slope. We were there mid week and it was mostly empty. Only negative is the water fill spicket in the campground was broken and has been for years. Make any changes to your reservations in advance because no way to call the gate because they don’t have service.
Jason T
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILVER QUEEN
We were there the one week the flies are out was the only issue with our stay....oh and the water spout was closed and we were tole for several years at that point. Worth the wait of 10 plus years to talk my wife into going here (except the flies, they were vicious and numerous 10 on me while sitting at a minimum and very bity)
Blake W
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SILVER QUEEN
It was Beautiful!!! Spectacular!!!! Only gave it a 3 because no water was available in campground (pump not working) - we had to go up to the restrooms at the Maroon Bells parking to get water. The bugs didn't help (all the rains).
Tess B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SILV
Very nice location. Site could have been cleaner. I picked up lots of trash bits. Pit toilets were pristine however. Tent site was perfect for our 3P Big Agnes tent with lots of room to spare. Creek was lovely. The sound put me to sleep every night. Slept very well. Other campers were very quiet. Very enjoyable.
Corrine H
VerifiedJuly 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
This is one of our favorite camping locations in Colorado. Camping at Maroon Bells allow you 24 hour access to view and photograph the sunrise and sunset on the Bells, and affords you the opportunity to get an early start to your hiking adventure. The campground is extremely quiet, you can fall asleep listening to the creek. The vault toilets are very clean.
Alicia R
VerifiedJuly 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Gorgeous as ever. Bathrooms were great. Deer wandering through the campground were also great! Had a wasp issue with our bear box and the rangers immediately took care of it.
Patrick Z
VerifiedJuly 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Friendly staff. Clean restrooms.
bre h
VerifiedJune 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Loved camping here!
All the park staff was great, and kind, and knowledgeable.
The site was clean and well-managed. The view and the hikes were beautiful. All the facilities were clean and well-stocked.
The only downside was the lack of running water, but we came right at the beginning of the season.
Make sure you bring cash for entry!
Steven T
VerifiedOctober 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SILV
Excellent location for being able to photograph the Maroon Bells.
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
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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. |
