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Quick Facts

Silver Queen Campground

Capacity:	30 People
Elevation:	8,680 Feet (2705.7 Meters)
Length of Stay:	5 Days
Number of Sites:	6
Reservation Contact:	National Reservation System: 877-444-6777
Reservation Status:	Accepted

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General Description

Several sites in the White River National Forest provide facilities for vehicle camping

The Silver Queen Campground is located five miles southwest of Aspen on Maroon Creek Road. Silver Queen provides access to a variety of recreation opportunities including hiking, horseback riding, bike touring and wildflower identification.

There are six sites at the Silver Queen Campground each with a five day stay limit. There are no trailers or RV's permitted.

Directions from Aspen: Go about 1 mi. west on Hwy. 82 then turn at the roundabout onto Maroon Creek Rd. then 5 1/2 mi. south on Maroon Cr. road to campground

Seasonal Information:
Normal Services Available: Late May through September (NOTE: Fall color changes start about 9/15) .

Fee Information

Type	Price	Remarks
Camping, Single Unit	Call for Current Fee	Includes water, trash collecti

Current Conditions & Trip Reports

Closed for winter. No services available. Updated: 2002-12-23 14:34:00.0

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Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Camping	Silver Queen Campground	Yes
	Cold Water Fishing	Maroon Creek	Yes
	Hiking & Walking	4 miles south at Maroon Lake	No
	Attending Talks & Programs	4 miles south at Maroon Lake	No

Nearby Services

Gas Station: two regional chains (Private - Profit) Directions: 6 1/2 mi. north in Aspen

Groceries: One regional chain and several local stores (Private - Profit) Directions: 6 1/2 mi. north in Aspen

Nearest Hospital: Aspen Valley Hospital (Private - Profit) Directions: 6 mi. north on Castle Cr. road

Nearest Pay Phone: US West (Private - Profit) Directions: 3 1/2 mi. north on Maroon Cr road

Showers: James E. Moore swimming pool (Private - Profit) Directions: 4 1/2 mi. north on Maroon Cr. road

Related Activities

East Maroon Portal Trailhead - The East Maroon Portal provides access to the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness. The Maroon Creek and East Maroon Trails start from here. Popular destinations include Maroon, and Copper Lakes, as well as East Maroon Pass.

Maroon Creek Area - The Maroon Creek area is located southwest of Aspen. The scenic Maroon Bells are the focal point of this area but not the only attraction.

Maroon Creek Road - Maroon Creek Road leads to Maroon Lake and the Maroon Bells, the most photographed mountains in the country. This route is good for taking an all day trip with a picnic stop.

Maroon Creek Trail - This trail offers a less crowded alternative to viewing the Maroon Valley. There are good views of the Maroon Bells and Pyramid Peak. This is a good day hike and is also a popular trail for horseback riding.

West Maroon Portal Trailhead - The West Maroon Portal provides access to the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness. The Maroon Creek and Maroon-Snowmass Trails start from here.