Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)
federal · ANTONITO, CO
- dump station20 mi
- fuel station14 mi
Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc. · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
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.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 20 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 14 mi
fuel station
Fuel station
- 15 mi
grocery
Lowe's Market
- 6.4 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 6.3 mi
trailhead
Hidden Lake Trailhead
- 4.7 mi
attraction
Viewpoint
Contact & access
- 23750 STATE HIGHWAY 17 · ANTONITO, CO 81120
- 435-245-6521
Reservations & demand
June weekends are typically reserved about 62 days ahead.
Based on 45 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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