Maroon Bells Amphitheatre

White River National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: Carbondale, CO, CO

Price: From $200 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

Reputed to be the most photographed mountains in Colorado, the spectacular Maroon Bells dominate this setting. Hemmed in by Maroon Lake, aspen groves and evergreen forests, Maroon Bells Amphitheater is designed for interpretive talks, and is especially popular for recreational events and weddings. The amphitheater is available for use by the general public and can be reserved for private events.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Bear Boxes

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/maroon-bells-amphitheatre to be notified when sites open up.

Maroon Bells are reputed to be the most photographed mountains in Colorado, offering spectacular scenery hemmed in by Maroon Lake, aspen groves, and evergreen forests. The site is popular for recreational events, weddings, and interpretive programs with a 4.9/5 rating from campers.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Mountain Goat, Long-tailed Weasel, American Beaver, North American Porcupine, Black-chinned Hummingbird, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area. Bear Boxes available.

Insider tips for Maroon Bells Amphitheatre: Book early as this is a federal campground in high demand Maximum 50 people allowed at the amphitheater for events Available for private event reservations including weddings

Skip Maroon Bells Amphitheatre if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal closures apply. You only have 1 site available — limited capacity.

Best time to visit Maroon Bells Amphitheatre: May-October — Seasonal operations run May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: East Maroon Portal Picnic Site (Carbondale, CO), Silver Queen Campground (Carbondale, CO), Silver Bell Campground (Carbondale, CO), Silver Bar Campground (Carbondale, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Maroon Bells Amphitheatre

Cell signal at Maroon Bells Amphitheatre (Carbondale, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Reputed to be the most photographed mountains in Colorado, the spectacular Maroon Bells dominate this setting. Hemmed in by Maroon Lake, aspen groves and evergreen forests, Maroon Bells Amphitheater is designed for interpretive talks, and is especially popular for recreational events and weddings. The amphitheater is available for use by the general public and can be reserved for private events.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesBear Boxes
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal closures apply✕ You only have 1 site available — limited capacity

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground in high demand

Maximum 50 people allowed at the amphitheater for events

Available for private event reservations including weddings

Best: May-October

Seasonal operations run May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Pika, Mountain Goat, Long-tailed Weasel, American Beaver, North American Porcupine, Black-chinned Hummingbird, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area. Bear Boxes available.

Location

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Getting there →

Coming to Aspen via Independence Pass: Take Highway 82 West from downtown Aspen, 1 mile to the roundabout (rotary). From the roundabout, take Maroon Creek Road 4.7 miles to the Maroon Bells Welcome Station. Continue past the Welcome Station. The amphitheater is 5 miles beyond the Welcome Station at the end of the road. The Maroon Bells Amphitheater is approximately 9 miles from Highway 82 at the roundabout. Coming to Aspen via Glenwood Springs: Take Highway 82 for 40 miles to the roundabout (rot

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — White River National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at White River National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Maroon Bells Amphitheatre cost per night?+
Maroon Bells Amphitheatre costs $200 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Maroon Bells Amphitheatre open?+
Maroon Bells Amphitheatre is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Maroon Bells Amphitheatre have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Maroon Bells Amphitheatre?+
Maroon Bells Amphitheatre is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Maroon Bells Amphitheatre?+
Maroon Bells Amphitheatre is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Maroon Bells Amphitheatre?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Maroon Bells Amphitheatre is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Maroon Bells Amphitheatre open, and what are check-in times?+
Maroon Bells Amphitheatre is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$200 /night★ 4.5 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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