Several RV campgrounds near Aspen, Colorado offer convenient access to mountain recreation without driving far from highways. Most sites accommodate RVs between 25-45 feet long with full hookup options available during summer months. Winter camping options remain limited due to seasonal closures from October through May when temperatures regularly drop below freezing.
What to do
River activities: Try fishing or swimming at campgrounds with river access. At River Dance, campers appreciate the water access. One visitor noted, "Kids loved playing frisbee in the field and swimming in the river" while another mentioned it was a "perfect for a quick swim in the river."
Mountain biking trails: Explore nearby paths connecting to major routes. Gateway RV Park sits beside extensive trail networks. A reviewer explained it's "located just above a beautiful river, the campground is close to a partially-paved 40+ mi bike path (Aspen <> Glenwood Springs). Although we didn't have time to ride them, Trailforks shows some nice MTB trails nearby as well."
Gold panning: Try your luck at certain campgrounds with on-site activities. Middlefork RV Resort offers this unusual option. As one camper stated, "This place has on-site gold panning! I can't give this place much praise but the gold panning did it for me!"
What campers like
Clean facilities: Modern bathrooms rank high on camper priorities. At Sugar Loafin' RV/Campground, visitors consistently praise the cleanliness. One camper reported, "The bathrooms are clean, have private showers, well lit at night and surprisingly modern."
Shade options: Trees provide relief from summer heat at some locations. Mountain Time RV Park stands out for its natural shade. A reviewer appreciated that "sites are larger than many campgrounds. Most sites are shaded.... a real treat in this area."
Proximity to towns: Quick access to restaurants and supplies matters. A Gateway RV Park visitor mentioned they were "thankful for a place for the night" despite road noise, while another noted it's "a great headquarters for Aspen, to Glenwood Springs and Marble."
What you should know
Highway noise affects some sites: Several campgrounds sit near busy roads. A Gateway RV Park camper observed, "This quaint little campground is just below the highway. While there is quite a bit of highway noise when outside, it didn't bother us when we were inside our trailer."
Seasonal closures limit options: Most RV parks operate from May through October. Sugar Loafin' occasionally opens earlier, though with caution. A spring visitor warned, "Woke up to 4" of snow overnight (it was 50 the night prior)."
Wi-Fi quality varies widely: Some parks offer reliable connections while others struggle. At Tiger Run RV Resort, connectivity is reliable, with one camper noting "t-mobile service has been great" while another mentioned "strong t-mobile service and good wifi."
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: Check ahead as not all parks have dedicated children's areas. Sugar Loafin' has facilities but with limitations. One visitor mentioned, "The kids play area needed attention" while another noted "The playground was closed due to Covid-19."
Swimming opportunities: Rivers and pools provide cooling options. River Dance gets high marks from families. A visitor shared, "Kids loved playing frisbee in the field and swimming in the river. Just had some construction and sewers aren't hooked up at sites but there is a dump station."
Budget considerations: Prices increase substantially during peak seasons. Tiger Run costs more but offers additional amenities. A visitor explained, "This is not camping. This is renting a driveway with access to power, water, sewer, internet, and cable. It is EXPENSIVE. It's also the only place near Breckenridge that offers all of these amenities."
Tips from RVers
Sewage options: Full hookup availability varies by campground. Valley Mobile RV Park provides complete services but with mixed reviews about maintenance. One visitor praised "The host, Margaret and her husband and few others working very hard to maintains this campsite."
Site spacing: Tighter at some parks than others, affecting privacy. At Mountain Time RV Park, a camper noted the "Campground is a great location-I'll start there. There are two levels of RV spots here, a basic back in option and a more premium spot they charge a bit more for in the back of the park by the ponds."
Seasonal allergies: Cottonwood trees affect some campgrounds severely. A Mountain Time RV Park visitor warned, "IF anyone in your party has seasonal allergies of any kind I would STEER CLEAR of this park-NOTHING against the park itself but the park is full of Cottonwood trees and over the 4th of July they were shedding their cotton and it was everywhere."
