Difficult Campground

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Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

48Sites

60 ftMax rig

The place

Located 5 miles southeast of Aspen, Colorado, Difficult Campground sits on the banks of the Roaring Fork River on the western slope of the Colorado Rockies. Campsites are nestled in a mixed forest of aspen, cottonwood, pine, fir, scrub oak, and spruce, and several are at the river's edge, offering an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation. Recreation Renowned for its fly fishing, the Roaring Fork River sustains populations of large rainbow, brown, cutthroat and brook trout. The nearby peaks and soothing sounds from the river offer anglers a perfect backdrop for an afternoon of fishing. Keep reading

Whitewater adventure seekers may want to raft portions of the Roaring Fork, as it is navigable by small craft throughout most of its length to its confluence with the Colorado. Hikers can access trails near the campground. Facilities Difficult Group site has one site available for reservation: There is no electric hook ups but potable water is available at a spigots inside the main campground. Group Site: facilities include: hardened parking for campers/RV's and passenger vehicles. The site has 1 group size fire ring, 1 pedestal grill, 1 food locker, and 5 picnic tables. Natural Features In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting 8 wilderness areas, 4 defined seasons, and 10 peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation. Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live. The Roaring Fork River flows by the campground, a tributary of the mighty Colorado. Deep, swift and clear, the Roaring Fork rises in the Sawatch Range on the west side of the Continental Divide and drains an area of the Colorado Western Slope called the Roaring Fork Valley. Nearby Attractions The nearby town of Aspen is a popular destination for visitors to the area. From downhill skiing and world-class fly fishing, to dining and resorts, there is a multitude of outdoor and indoor opportunites in this mountain town. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564. Charges & Cancellations Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 48

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric
DIFF	001	standard nonelectric	47 ft	—
DIFF	002	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
DIFF	003	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
DIFF	004	standard nonelectric	46 ft	—
DIFF	005	standard nonelectric	52 ft	—
DIFF	006	standard nonelectric	60 ft	—
DIFF	007	standard nonelectric	38 ft	—
DIFF	008	standard nonelectric	46 ft	—
DIFF	009	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
DIFF	010	standard nonelectric	54 ft	—
DIFF	011	standard nonelectric	56 ft	—
DIFF	012	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—
DIFF	013	standard nonelectric	38 ft	—
DIFF	014	standard nonelectric	57 ft	—
DIFF	015	standard nonelectric	34 ft	—
DIFF	016	standard nonelectric	33 ft	—
DIFF	017	standard nonelectric	48 ft	—
DIFF	018	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
DIFF	019	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
DIFF	020	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—
DIFF	021	standard nonelectric	54 ft	—
DIFF	022	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
DIFF	023	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
DIFF	024	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—
DIFF	025	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
DIFF	026	standard nonelectric	30 ft	—
DIFF	027	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—
DIFF	028	standard nonelectric	41 ft	—
DIFF	029	standard nonelectric	40 ft	—
DIFF	030	standard nonelectric	24 ft	—
DIFF	031	standard nonelectric	43 ft	—
DIFF	032	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—
DIFF	033	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—
DIFF	034	standard nonelectric	27 ft	—
DIFF	035	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—
DIFF	036	standard nonelectric	37 ft	—
DIFF	037	management	60 ft	—
DIFF	038	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—
DIFF	039	standard nonelectric	37 ft	—
DIFF	040	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—
DIFF	041	standard nonelectric	38 ft	—
DIFF	042	standard nonelectric	37 ft	—
DIFF	043	standard nonelectric	35 ft	—
DIFF	044	standard nonelectric	42 ft	—
DIFF	045	standard nonelectric	43 ft	—
DIFF	046	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—
DIFF	047	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—
GRP	001	group standard nonelectric	20 ft	—

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

Who runs it

Operated by American Land & Leisure, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

Your representative

This campground sits in CO-03. This member’s public-lands record →

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