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Maroon Bells Amphitheatre

Paid or permit campsite

Campground · USDA Forest Service Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview 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. The maximum number of people allowed at the amphitheater is 50. Receptions are not allowed at this location, but can be held at the East Maroon Portal Picnic site, approximately a four mile drive. Recreation There are hiking trails of varying length and difficulty. Trails next to Maroon Lake are fairly flat and wheelchair and stroller accessible. Beyond Maroon Lake, trails become steeper and rocky. For hikers and backpackers, the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness epitomizes the Rocky… 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… Phone: 970-963-2266; [email protected] Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233123 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Rhododendrites, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons, Recreation.gov

Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.

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