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Aspen - Sopris Ranger District

The Aspen-Sopris Ranger District manages lands in the Roaring Fork River drainage from Carbondale to the summit of Independence Pass

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Aspen-Sopris Ranger District

Water Activities Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Winter Sports Biking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Scenic Drives
Aspen-SoprisAspen-Sopris Ranger District manages five Wilderness areas and the spectacular Maroon Bells Scenic Area. The historic Crystal Mill, Ashcroft ghost town, and the small mining town of…

Avalanche Campground

Picnicking
Avalanche Campground has 6 first-come first-serve campsites. It is located adjacent to Avalanche Creek. Fishing is available in Avalanche Creek and in the Crystal River, which is 3 miles downstream.…

Avalanche Creek TH #1959

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
ALERTS:• Bear canisters are required for all backpackers in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness.• Advance reservation permits are required for overnight stays in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass…

Basalt Area

Water Activities Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Winter Sports Biking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Scenic Drives
The Basalt area includes the popular Fryingpan River Valley.

Basalt Mountain #1911

Horse Riding and Camping Hiking Biking
East Creek Trail, West Fork Trail and Capitol Lake. This area is popular with horseback riders, hikers, and backpackers.

Bogan Flats Campground

Hiking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping
This campground offers 35 campsites plus a host site near the Crystal River. Bogan Flats Campground is located adjacent to the Crystal River. It is one of the most scenic and therefore popular…

Bogan Flats Group Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Biking
This group site can accommodate up to 50 people. Water available from faucets in the main campground 1/4 mile away. Vault type toilets. Camping unit has table and benches, fire rings, and spurs for…

Braderich Creek #1952

Hiking Biking
This trail travels through open meadows and aspen. It is an easy hike, but there is very little water along the way. Be sure and treat any water that you may drink. The area is range for cattle, so…

Braderich-South Thompson #2093

Hiking Biking
This is a popular bike loop route from Carbondale to Redstone. There is very little water along the trail. You can park in different locations to make the ride longer or shorter.

Last updated March 28th, 2025