Difficult Campground and Group Campground
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageDifficult Campground and Group Campground
This campground is close to Aspen, Colorado. There are 47 campsites & a group area which can accommodate up to 20 people & 10 vehicles. Difficult Campground is located five miles southeast of Aspen on Highway 82. The 47 sites have limited spurs to accommodate trailers up to 40’. Please note that vehicles over 35 feet in length are prohibited over Independence Pass but can access the campground via Aspen. Water, garbage and vault toilets are provided for visitors. Difficult Campground provides access to hiking trails and fishing sites along the Roaring Fork River and neighboring beaver ponds. It’s located at an elevation of 8,180’ and has a five-day stay limit. The campground has many trees and many sites are shaded. Difficult Campground also has a Day Use Area, Trailhead and a Group Camping Site. View Dates and Fees
Before you go
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Restrictions
5 day stay limit • Vehicles over 35’ in length are prohibited over Independence Pass but can access the campground via Aspen, CO. • Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails. • Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
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