Silver Bell Campground

Star4.62
52 reviews
Aspen Ranger Station, 806 W. Hallam, Aspen, CO 81611, USA

Quick Facts

8,460 ft

Price

$15/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

14 campsites

Season

Season opens on May ...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Allowed

RV Friendly

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Silver Bell Campground
$15.00 - $15.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$15.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$15.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$30.00

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What Campers Say

4.62

Top-Rated

Based on 52 reviews

54 Google reviews

"User reviews highlight the campground's proximity to the Maroon Bells and its scenic beauty as major positives. Common complaints include overcrowding during peak seasons, the lack of running water, and small campsite sizes. The cleanliness of vault toilets and the overall maintenance of the campground are frequently praised."

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Fees & Passes at Silver Bell Campground

$15/night

Campsite fees

Standard Site

Basic tent/RV spot

$15/night

Stay Limit: Maximum consecutive stay limit of 5 nights during a single visit.

Prices verified December 8, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official reservation website.


Best Time to Camp at Silver Bell Campground

Best
Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm days. Most facilities open. Reserve ahead.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Snow activities available. Some facilities may close. Check conditions.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: May 28 - September 30. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Season opens on May 28 and closes September 30 during the reservable period. Outside of these dates, the campground is closed.

About Silver Bell Campground

Tucked away in the shadow of Colorado's most photographed peaks, Silver Bell Campground offers an intimate escape with just 14 sites nestled among towering aspens and evergreens. This rustic mountain retreat welcomes tent campers and small RVs to experience authentic Colorado wilderness camping, complete with crackling campfires under star-filled skies and the gentle murmur of nearby Maroon Creek. While you won't find electrical hookups or running water here, you'll discover something far more valuable: a genuine connection to the spectacular Maroon Bells wilderness, where each site comes equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and secure bear-proof food locker to keep both you and the local wildlife safe.
Geological RegionSilver Bell Campground offers front-row seats to one of Colorado's most dramatic geological theaters. Set within the greater Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Area, the campground rests in a landscape sculpted by ice, time, and tremendous geological forces. The iconic Maroon Bells themselves tell an ancient story written in stone – their distinctive reddish-purple hue comes from iron-rich mudstone laid down in prehistoric seas, then thrust skyward and metamorphosed into the striking formations we see today. These sedimentary layers, clearly visible in the peaks' dramatic striations, chronicle hundreds of millions of years of Earth's history. Surrounding glacial valleys, carved during the last ice age, cradle pristine alpine lakes and meadows, while dense forests of spruce, fir, and aspen have reclaimed the lower slopes, creating the diverse ecosystem that makes this wilderness area so special.
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Campsite details

Total Campsites14 campsites

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Check-in
Check-in begins at 7:00 AM, but first-come, first-served sites are often claimed by noon.
Check-out
11:00 AM
Stay Limit
Maximum consecutive stay limit of 5 nights during a single visit.
Guests Allowed Per Site
Campsites are limited to 8 people and 2 tents fitting within the defined footprint of the campsite.
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed

Open and Closed SeasonSeason opens on May 28 and closes September 30 during the reservable period. Outside of these dates, the campground is closed.
Walk-in AvailabilitySites 2-4 and 8-14 are first-come, first-served and not available for advanced reservation. The campground is often full by noon during peak Summer/Fall season.

Amenities available

Fire rings
Food storage lockers
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Winter Activities
Winter activities are not detailed, as the campground is only open seasonally during warmer months.
Water Sports
Non-motorized water sports are not mentioned.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are allowed
  • Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings only. Firewood must be sourced locally to prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms.

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Weather at Silver Bell Campground

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Precipitation: 0%
Humidity: 47%
Wind: 6.9 mph
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Peak season datesMay 28 - September 30

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Aspen Ranger Station, 806 W. Hallam, Aspen, CO 81611, USA

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.6
52 reviews
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Top-Rated
Silver Bell Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
User reviews highlight the campground's proximity to the Maroon Bells and its scenic beauty as major positives. Common complaints include overcrowding during peak seasons, the lack of running water, and small campsite sizes. The cleanliness of vault toilets and the overall maintenance of the campground are frequently praised.
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Last updated December 8, 2025
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