$33
Difficult
Total sites: 47
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Booking Window: 6 months
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Available this Weekend: 1 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
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White River National Forest › Aspen Ranger District › Colorado
› Pitkin County
› Aspen
› Difficult Campground
Difficult Campground, CO - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Difficult Campground is located in the Aspen Ranger District, White River National Forest (3 hrs 7 min west of Lakewood, CO) with an elevation of 8,184 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 64 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $32.00 to $108.00. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (236)
4.6 out of 5
| 5 star | 72% | |
| 4 star | 14% | |
| 3 star | 5% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 1% |
@JulieH3977949 · Camped on Jun 15, 2025 at Campsite #25
Had a great time here. Camp hosts were great & very accommodating. Beautiful area!! Many hiking trails to jump on from this campground.
@JamesH5225020 · Camped on Jun 12, 2025 at Campsite #43
Was notified 2 days before my booking that the campsite was closed to all soft sided tents but that relocation would be provided. Then 24 hrs before my trip was told no relocation was available but refunds were available upon request yet no link or resources for requesting a refund were provided.
@BethP5730818 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #41
The site was nicely maintained and had nice separation from other sites. A trail leaving from the campsite was a nice hike.
@EthanC7699292 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #47
What a beautiful campground. Very clean facilities. We'll be back!
@ClaireG8232267 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #24
Great Great location!!
@RachelB1663487 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #21
Good campground with big spots(on exterior sites)! I have stayed multiple times throughout the years, but this summer it did feel more party than camper vibes. It was also odd that the camp hosts did not seem to comment on anyone who was leaving trash/food/cooking materials out thoughtout the day and night( at least that we could tell based on what we saw throughout our stay). Especially with the current ban in place now of no tents after a bear incident.
@RoxyS75CC717C4 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #29
spacious campsites with privacy b/c of all the trees; bathrooms were clean
@NathanM6647704 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #43
Great place. Great privacy, incredible scenery and a beautiful river nearby.
@sabinefA363BF2 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #29
Spacious campsite, clean toilets, feels very secluded but yet only a short drive into Aspen.
@BarbB6268873 · Camped on May 27, 2025 at Campsite #42
The campground hosts are friendly and helpful. Its a beautiful location close to so many adventures.
@SandiS1093311 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #14
Bathroom clean and well maintained. Site clear. Noice host greeting us. Quiet and relaxing
@DenaK7DD08AE3C · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #7
Friendly staff, immaculate restrooms. This campsite is so great because you are in the heart of the mountains, but just 10 minutes from Aspen! Then best of both worlds. There was no moon out during our stay and the stars were breathtaking. We will definitely be back again!
@JaneL3877914 · Camped on May 20, 2025 at Campsite #3
Lovely spot, excellent staff. Generators should be limited to 8am to 8pm
@ThomasC6214588 · Camped on May 16, 2025 at Campsite #34
The campsite I had was very short. I have a small camp trailer and there was barely enough room for the camper and my pickup.Everything else was good.
@KimG7907993 · Camped on May 16, 2025 at Campsite #44
This was such a relaxing, EASY experience. Even got to see a moose. Thank you. Will definitely return.
@KristenS426435 · Camped on Sep 25, 2024 at Campsite #1
Incredible campground! So peaceful and clean!
@michelb042AA26 · Camped on Sep 23, 2024 at Campsite #18
Great stay,Thank you
@DebraM7857218 · Camped on Sep 22, 2024 at Campsite #28
What a great place to camp. We were able to do a lot of day hiking from this location and go into town for meals, provisions, internet, etc...
@brittany922955 · Camped on Sep 10, 2024 at Campsite #20
The campground was pretty expensive for not having amenities like flush toilets and showers, but it was the closest to Aspen. The site itself was spacious but the tent area wasnt totally flat; there were roots and rocks that made it awkward to position the tent and sleeping. The campground was lovely and very close to the Difficult Trail. I would camp here again.
@EvanN5548476A9 · Camped on Sep 10, 2024 at Campsite #33
Campground was well situated for activities either up in the pass or in Aspen. Experience with the camp hosts was poor due to the fact they were never there. Over the course of our three day stay we tried on numerous occasions to find them at their site or elsewhere without success.
@LuanneP5B7E84E · Camped on Sep 8, 2024 at Campsite #46
Nice sites with great privacy. Close to Aspen, 10 minutes away, Independence Pass summit about 15-20 minutes away. Vault toilet bathrooms cleaned daily. Quiet location. Enjoyed the stay.
@ZoeD4689588 · Camped on Sep 2, 2024 at Campsite #1
We love coming to Difficult Campground for an easy get away just outside of Aspen! The sites are always clean and ready for the next camper. Our favorite is the group site because it's tucked away along the Roaring Fork river, so we can have a good size group and not worry about being too loud.
@AlisonS1119816 · Camped on Sep 2, 2024 at Campsite #19
This is one of our favorite campgrounds! The bathrooms were really clean. Thank you, camp hosts!
@PeggyR6CBB6E50 · Camped on Aug 23, 2024 at Campsite #5
This campground is kept very clean. We were in site 5 & we did have some road noise, but it wasnt horrible. The sites are mostly private & wooded. The entire campground is quite pretty. The toilets were clean & not smelly. The best thing about this place is its proximity to Aspen!
@RobynT3DBA2EB9 · Camped on Aug 21, 2024 at Campsite #1
I like this campground and have been coming here for many years. A nice spot with a few challenges such as it is not very private and lack of signs for hikers can be a big challenge.
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