Can you reserve a site at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?

Yes, Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?

90 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO).

Are campfires allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?

Campfires are allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO), Colorado — 32 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Aspen Glade Campground sits on the Conejos River in southern Colorado, providing a premium setting for fly fishing and peaceful nature watching.

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.

The nearby Sheep Creek Trail is also highly recommended for avid hikers.

Facilities

The 32 spacious, reservable campsites are considerably quiet, allowing for the sounds of birds overhead. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided.

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.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors can ride a traditional steam engine at the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad on a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.

The facts

32 bookable sites
5 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 90 ft
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: ASPE, LOPA, LOPB, LOPC

Site types

32 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

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32 campsites at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
011	ASPE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
001	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	40 ft	6	🐾
002	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	35 ft	6	🐾
003	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	25 ft	6	🐾
004	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	—	70 ft	6	🐾
005	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	—	30 ft	6	🐾
006	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	—	30 ft	6	🐾
007	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	30 ft	6	🐾
008	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	45 ft	8	🐾
009	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	20 ft	8	🐾
010	LOPA	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	—	60 ft	8	🐾
012	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	60 ft	16	♿ 🐾
013	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	80 ft	8	🐾
014	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
015	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
016	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	75 ft	8	🐾
017	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
018 Host	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	—	40 ft	8	🐾
019 Host	LOPB	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	50 ft	8	🐾
020	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
021	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
022	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
023	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
024	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	60 ft	8	🐾
025	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	60 ft	8	🐾
026	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	90 ft	8	🐾
027	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
028	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
029	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
030	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
031	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	60 ft	8	🐾
032	LOPC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Riverfront	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Antonito, Colorado, go west on Highway 17 for approximately 15 miles to the Aspen Glade Campground.

37.07250, -106.27306 · 37°4'21.0"N 106°16'23.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	4.8	4.7	3.8	3.1	2.0	0.9	2.2	3.0	2.7	2.9	3.8	4.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)

Can you reserve a site at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?: Yes, Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO) have?: 32 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?: 90 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO).
Are campfires allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)?: Campfires are allowed at Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)

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Mogote - Juniper Group Camping Site 2.4 mi · Campground
Potosi Vista Interpretive Site 6 mi · Facility
Elk Creek Overflow Campground 6.4 mi · Campground
Red Lake Trailhead, Trail 733 7.5 mi · Facility
Rio de Los Pinos Campground 9.8 mi · Campground
Trujillo Meadows Campground 10.1 mi · Campground
Trujillo Meadows Boating Site 10.2 mi · Facility
Spectacle Lake Campground 11.3 mi · Campground
Conejos Campground 11.6 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)