Aspen Ridge is a place to truly escape with your horses and experience classic Colorado riding. The area offers incredible views of the Collegiate Peaks, known for having the highest concentration of 14,000-foot peaks in the Rockies.

You’ll ride through large aspen groves with frequent opportunities to see wildlife such as elk, moose, and bighorn sheep. It’s a beautiful, remote-feeling area that makes for an unforgettable riding experience.

There’s also a nearby ghost town called Futurity that’s worth checking out during your stay. See maps for directions—it’s a must-see spot in the area.

Access into the campground isn't too bad, though the road can be a bit wash boarded in sections. It’s manageable with trailers, but taking it slow will make for a more comfortable trip in. The pin on google maps shows where we set up camp. There are a couple other places we've camped a little further up the road.

This is a more rugged, self-sufficient horse camping setup with no built-in equestrian amenities like corrals or pens.

Because of the wildlife and free-grazing cattle that can move through camp—including protective cows with calves—we recommend bringing sturdy panels for overnight and setting up electric fencing during the day. You never quite know what might wander through camp.

The riding itself is excellent, with access to scenic mountain terrain, aspen groves, and wide-open views.

This is primitive camping with no hookups, no water, and no provided horse facilities. You’ll need to be fully self-contained.

Plan accordingly for both your own needs and your horses, including water and containment setup.