MAROON CREEK ROAD CLOSED
Maroon Creek Road, the road to Maroon Bells, is closed for the winter season, and will remain closed until May 15th.
2026 RESERVATION RELEASE DATES
Shuttle Reservations (Full Season) : Available
Parking Reservations (5/15 – 7/31) : Available
Parking Reservations (8/1 – 10/31) : June 18th at 8:00 AM
Overnight Permits for the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Area are available on Recreation.gov.
Overnight Wilderness Permits (4/1 – 7/31) : Available
Overnight Wilderness Permits (8/1 – 11/30) : June 15th at 8:00 AM
HELP PREVENT WILDFIRES
Humans are the leading cause of wildfires in Colorado and throughout the nation. It is everyone’s responsibility to be fire safe while enjoying public lands and help prevent wildfires. Before visiting, check for Fire Restrictions on the White River National Forest, and county lands in Colorado here. For campfires, use designated metal campfires rings when allowed and available.
Choose one or the other, either Trailhead Parking -or- Shuttle Reservation
Trailhead Parking Reservations are ideal for those who need to start their adventure early before the shuttle bus begins at 7:00 AM, or those who wish to visit in the evening after 5:00 PM.
Between May 22nd and October 18th, you must arrive before 8:00 AM, or after 5:00 PM depending on the reservation type.
Very limited spaces available.
| Dates: | May 15th – October 31st |
| Per Vehicle: | $10 |
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Shuttle Reservations are the most common and convenient way to visit Maroon Bells. The shuttle bus departs from the Maroon Bells Welcome Center, located at Aspen Highlands Ski Area.
If you have a shuttle reservation, you do not need a Trailhead Parking Reservation. There is a paid parking garage at the Maroon Bells Welcome Center, where you can park to access the shuttle. No reservation is needed for this parking garage, you will pay to park on arrival.
Maroon Bells Welcome Center
at Aspen Highlands Ski Area
75 Boomerang Rd, Aspen, CO 81601
| Dates: | May 22nd – October 18th |
| Adult: | $16 |
| Children: | $10 (12 & Younger) |
| Seniors: | $10 (65+) |
All visitors entering the Maroon Bells Scenic Area on e-bikes will be charged the same $5 amenity fee as visitors using motorcycles. Under Forest Service policy, e-bikes are considered motorized vehicles. The additional revenue will be used to help manage this iconic area.
It is suggested to wait and book your E-Bike Entry once you are certain you plan to visit. There is no limit to E-Bike Entries, so it will not sell out. A valid Maroon Bells Season Pass or America the Beautiful Pass will cover this fee for e-bike riders.
The season pass covers the entry fees into the Maroon Bells Scenic Area for all vehicles including e-bikes and motorcycles. Passholders are still required to make a parking reservation and the pass will cover the $10.00 entrance fee, but the $2.40 service fee will still apply. For those entering with an e-bike or motorcycle, the season pass is all you need, no reservation is required.
Season pass is not valid for shuttle reservations.
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To protect the resource and ensure a quality experience, reservations are required to access the Maroon Bells Scenic Area. The area is accessible via Maroon Creek Road from May 15th to early November.
Parking: Limited spaces are available at the Maroon Lake Trailhead. The Maroon Bells Scenic Area is closed to inbound private vehicles from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM between May 22nd and October 18th. During this time, visitors with parking reservations must arrive either before 8:00 AM or after 5:00 PM. However, you can still depart the area during this time.
Shuttle: Most popular access. Departs from the Maroon Bells Welcome Center at Aspen Highlands Ski Area and takes about 15 minutes each way.
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