The campground is operated under a reservation system. You may make reservations up to 120 days in advance of your first night of arrival or as late as 10 days prior to your arrival. This system ensures a campsite will be available and waiting for you u
Reservation Status:
Accepted
Satellite and Topo Map
General Description
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Aspen Glade Campground - 1959
Aspen Glade Campground has public access to the Conejos River. Fly fishing only is permitted on the Conejos River gold medal waters (located 1/4 mile upstream) from the campground to Menkhaven Lodge, located approximately 5 miles upstream. Reservations are accepted at this site and it is usually crowded from July 1 to August 15. One camping unit has parking for a 2 car group. Firewood is not provided. There are 34 campsites with tables and fireplaces, 4 vault type toilets, refuse receptacles and drinking water is provided with 5 hydrants with faucets.
Directions from Antonito, Colorado: Travel west on Colorado State Highway 17 for 16 miles to campground entrance.
Seasonal Information:
Normal Services Available:
Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
(NOTE: After Labor Day, campground alternates staying open with Mogote Campground every other year until November 15 (may close)The campground is usually crowded from July 1 to August 15.)
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Fee Information
Type
Price
Remarks
Camping, Single Unit
Call for Current Fee
Picnic tables, fireplaces, fou
Current Conditions & Trip Reports
Open Updated: 2000-05-19 18:30:00.0
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Number of People Encountered: 0-10 ppl Recommend to a Friend: Highly Report: Beautiful campground in lower section. Campground was nearly empty during the week. (Last week in June) Excellent fishing in Conejos river, but fish are "smart." Many in the 16" range. Highly recommended.
Number of People Encountered: 50+ ppl Recommend to a Friend: Highly Report: Beautiful Spot!
Number of People Encountered: 0-10 ppl Recommend to a Friend: Highly Report: Nice Location! The lower campground has better tree coverage & near the river.
Recreation Opportunities
Activity
Remarks
On Site
RV Camping
Firewood not provided
Yes
Tent Camping
One site has parking for a 2 car group
Yes
Camping
Aspen Glade Campground
Yes
Cold Water Fishing
Conejos River gold medal waters; fly fishing only
Yes
Big Game Hunting
In season
No
Nearby Services
Gas Station: VARIOUS PRIVATE CONCERNS
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 16 MILES EAST TO ANTONITO.
Groceries: VARIOUS LOCAL CONCERNS
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 16 MILES EAST TO ANTONITO.
Nearest Pay Phone: LOCAL
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 16 MILES EAST TO ANTONITO.
Restaurants: VARIOUS LOCAL CONCERNS
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 16 MILES EAST TO ANTONITO.
Related Activities
Conejos River - The Conejos River provides more than 30 stream miles of high quality wild trout fishing. The Conejos River has more public fishing access along its length than any other major river in Colorado.
Sheep Creek Trail - The Sheep Creek drainage has several unique features which make Trail #735 attractive to day hikers. It shows two examples of ecological succession, one following fire and one following an insect infestation.
Open Updated: 2000-05-19 18:30:00.0
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