Lake
Maroon Lake and the Maroon Bells
Aspen, Colorado
Twin 14,000 ft peaks reflected in a glassy lake, a classic Colorado photo stop.
- Price
- Shuttle and parking reservations, about US$10 to $20
- Booking
- Book ahead
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A short paved walk leads to the shore of Maroon Lake with the peaks rising straight behind. Cars need advance reservations in summer, or take the shuttle from Aspen Highlands. Go early for still water and soft light.
Good to know
- Reserve shuttle or parking in advance
- Sunrise has the best reflection
- Autumn aspens glow late September
- Best time
- Sunrise
- Open
- Summer and autumn
- Getting there
- Paved road, reservation system in summer
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
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