Aspen Glade
Aspen Glade Campground sits on the Conejos River in southern Colorado, providing a premium setting for fly fishing and peaceful nature watching.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 32 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 90 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
32 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 011 | ASPE | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 001 | LOPA | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 002 | LOPA | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 003 | LOPA | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 004 | LOPA | Pull-through | 70 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 005 | LOPA | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 006 | LOPA | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 007 | LOPA | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 008 | LOPA | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 009 | LOPA | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 90 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 012, 021, 022, 027 and 1 more are listed accessible |
The 32 spacious, reservable campsites are considerably quiet, allowing for the sounds of birds overhead. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Memorial day weekend to The second Monday of September |
| Forest | Rio Grande National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance, but they must be made at least four days prior to your intended arrival date. |
| Fees | Single site - $29 to $33/night Double site - $58 to $62/night $12 for day use (picnicking). Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Antonito, Colorado, go west on Highway 17 for approximately 15 miles to the Aspen Glade Campground.
| Nearest town | Antonito, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 37.0725° N, 106.2731° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The nearby Sheep Creek Trail is also highly recommended for avid hikers.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMartinez Fall Rx
28 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMesa Juan Domingo Fall Rx
46 mi from the campground
- PrescribedStone Angel Fall Rx
48 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Kristi's Mountain Sports ↗ | 34.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 44.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Video
Aspen Glade Campground - Our 250th Colorado Campground Tour - Rio Grande National Forest
Worth a stop
Visitors can ride a traditional steam engine at the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad on a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns.
- 7.5 miRed Lake Trailhead, Trail 733 ↗Trailhead
- 11.3 miSpectacle Lake Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 13.3 miLagunitas Creek Fishing ↗Fishing site
Public land it sits in
Cruces Basin Wilderness begins about 6.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.8 miCruces Basin Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 18,881 acres
- 12.1 miCarson National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,592,477 acres
- 12.5 miRio San Antonio Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 8,120 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Engine No. 463Structure · Antonito · 14.4 mi
- Warshauer MansionBuilding · Antonito · 14.5 mi
- Denver & Rio Grande Railroad San Juan Extension (Boundary Increase)Historic district · Antonito · 14.6 mi
Natural features
Within the campground, Loop A and B are lightly wooded with Ponderosa pines. Loop C is heavily wooded with tall, mature spruce, aspen and fir trees. It lies along the fast-flowing Conejos River. The understory for all campsites is grass topped with pine needles. Aspen Glade sits near the border of New Mexico at 8,500 feet. It is situated between the Carson and Rio Grande National Forests. Wildlife in the region includes bear, deer, elk and a variety of birds.
Recreation
Forest Road 250 provides an unforgettable scenic drive, where visitors are met with sweeping views of the Conejos Canyon and River. Just upstream of the campground is a section of "Gold Medal" trout fishing, offering top-tier fishing for large quality trout. Just 168 miles of the 9,000 miles of trout streams in Colorado are designated with this title.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Aspen Glade?
Sites at Aspen Glade are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance, but they must be made at least four days prior to your intended arrival date. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Aspen Glade?
Single site - $29 to $33/night Double site - $58 to $62/night $12 for day use (picnicking). Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Aspen Glade?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Aspen Glade open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Memorial day weekend to The second Monday of September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Aspen Glade have?
32 sites, including 32 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Aspen Glade?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Aspen Glade?
Yes, pets are allowed at Aspen Glade. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Aspen Glade?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Aspen Glade?
Sites 012, 021, 022, and 027 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Aspen Glade?
Forest Road 250 provides an unforgettable scenic drive, where visitors are met with sweeping views of the Conejos Canyon and River. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Aspen Glade?
Antonito, Colorado. Visitors can ride a traditional steam engine at the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad on a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns.
Source: Getting there
What if Aspen Glade is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mogote (2.2 mi), Elk Creek Campground (6.4 mi), and Trujillo Meadows Campground (10.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby