Aspen Glen Campground sits where the Cache La Poudre River meets Joe Wright Creek at 8,660 feet elevation. The nine sites are small, with parking spurs of 25 to 35 feet, and fees run $25-$50 per night. The campground is first-come, first-served and located right off Highway 14, which means road noise during the day.
Aspen Glen provides traditional camping options with no reservations accepted. The campground layout supports both tent and RV camping.
Historical Significance
The Cameron Peak fire scarred the ridge above the campground, but Aspen Glen itself survived. The forest here shows both fire's reach and the ecosystem's ability to persist.Weather and SeasonsFall delivers the best mix of weather and scenery. Daytime highs from mid-40s to mid-60s°F, nights dropping to the mid-teens to mid-30s°F, especially September through early October. The aspens light up in gold, river temperatures cool for better trout fishing, and weekend crowds thin out. Winter brings snow and cold that require serious gear. Summer offers clear mountain air and blue skies, though the campground sees more visitors.
ElevationPerched at 8,660 feet above sea level, Aspen Glen offers true high-altitude camping in Colorado's pristine backcountry. This lofty elevation brings cooler temperatures, thinner air, and spectacular mountain vistas. Visitors coming from lower elevations should take time to acclimate and stay well-hydrated as they adjust to the mountain environment.
Natural Features and SceneryOpen meadows give way to mixed forest where aspens and conifers mark elevation shifts and microclimates. The Cache La Poudre River provides constant white noise that helps mask highway traffic. Views stretch across forest-clad ridges, and the interplay between water, stone, and vegetation defines the landscape. In fall, the aspens turn golden across the meadows.
Geological RegionWhere the Cache La Poudre River meets Joe Wright Creek, Aspen Glen occupies a unique geological crossroads. The campground's open meadows provide sweeping views of the surrounding forest-clad ridges, showcasing the dramatic interplay between water, stone, and vegetation that defines this mountain landscape. The mixed forest of aspens and conifers tells the story of elevation changes and microclimates that make this region so ecologically diverse.
Scenic ViewsViews include the Cache La Poudre River and scenic forest meadows. User reviews describe the sound of the river as soothing.