Aspen Basin
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 35.7954, -105.8054
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The Aspen Basin Campground is located adjacent to the very large parking area at Santa Fe Ski Basin. There are 10 units, Picnic tables, and fire rings. There is a vaulted toiletat the far west end of theparking lot. This campground is less developed than most, and primarily serves those who use it for an overnight stay before embarking on a backpack into the Pecos. There is ample space for trailer/RV camping, but no dump station is available. There is no potable water and no Campground Host. The entire area is very scenic, and NM 475 is also designated as the Santa Fe Scenic Byway. Because of the scenic quality and the easy access from Santa Fe, the area is very busy, especially in the summer and in the fall aspen viewing season.
From the USFS.
Is Aspen Basin free?
Yes. Aspen Basin is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Aspen Basin?
Fifteen miles from downtown Santa Fe on NM 475. Take Bishop*s Lodge Road to Artist Road, which will turn into NM 475, also known as Hyde Park Road.
Nearby
- Big Tesuque Campground1.8 mi
- Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)3.6 mi
- Black Canyon (New)Cg5.1 mi
- HOLY GHOST GROUP AREA5.8 mi
- Holy Ghost Gcg5.9 mi
- Holy Ghost6.1 mi
- Cowles8.1 mi
- Panchuela 8.3 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
