Aspen Basin
Open for camping. First-come, first-served with no fee. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect through September 30, 2026, but campfires in the designated fire rings are permitted. No potable water available.
Cannabis Possession Prohibited
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Emergency Stage II Fire Restrictions
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About
Aspen Basin Campground sits at approximately 10,300 feet elevation adjacent to the large parking area at Santa Fe Ski Basin, marking the end of NM 475 (the Santa Fe Scenic Byway). This is a less-developed Forest Service campground with 10 units, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. A single vault toilet is located at the far west end of the parking lot. The campground primarily serves as an overnight staging point for backpackers embarking into the Pecos Wilderness via the Winsor Trail and other nearby trailheads. There is no potable water, no campground host, and no dump station. RVs and trailers can camp here given the ample parking area space, though no hookups are available. Due to the scenic quality of the aspen groves and easy access from downtown Santa Fe (15 miles), the area sees heavy visitation during summer and especially during fall foliage season. The campground operates first-come, first-served with no fee.
Directions
From downtown Santa Fe, take Bishop's Lodge Road to Artist Road, which becomes NM 475 (Hyde Park Road/Santa Fe Scenic Byway). Continue 15 miles to the end of the road at Santa Fe Ski Basin. The campground is adjacent to the ski area parking lot.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (505) 438-5300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Aspen Basin Campground | |
| Santa Fe NF Alerts |
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