RV rental Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness, CO: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

Encompassing over 182,000 acres, walking through Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness is akin to stepping back into time. This piece of untouched wilderness is the same one that man saw over 200 years ago. There are around 100 miles of trails and six fourteeners, which are considered among the most difficult in Colorado, including the iconic Maroon Bells Peaks and Snowmass Mountain. Due to a high number of bears and other wild animals, all adventurers must carry out any waste and make use of bear-proof cans, which are mandatory. In addition to black bears, big-horned sheep are frequently spotted scaling the rocky cliffs. In the open valley of Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness, deer, elk, and moose roam. Note: the main access road is often closed in winters, and the only way up is to backpack in. Snowshoe, cross-country ski, or hike the 12.4 miles to the Wilderness area. Taking a snowmobile is recommended, though, upon arrival, people are asked to keep the use of their snowmobiles to a minimum. The road usually opens in April or May, depending on how much snow was received that winter. Due to limited parking, there are shuttle buses available between June and September, also. Want to fish at an alpine lake? Fulfill that dream at Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness. Maroon Lake is open to fishing, though all fishermen must have a state-issued license. Cutthroat trout and a few other fish are commonly caught. Keep a sharp eye out, though. Bears, hawks, and eagles have been known to steal catches right off the line.