RVing To The Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival
World-Class Music With a Side Of Rocky Mountains? An RVers Dream!
Nestled in the heart of the majestic Rocky Mountains, the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival has had festival-goers moving and grooving to some of the biggest names in music since 1991. For 2022, music enthusiasts will be gathering at this iconic event over Labor Day weekend, September 2nd to 4th.
On top of some of the best music you could hope for, the surrounding beauty of the Aspen Snowmass area attracts visitors from all over the world every single year. There is no shortage of outdoor activities for nature lovers, while less adventurous types will have no trouble enjoying the world-class shopping that Aspen offers.
Even better for RVers, there’s no better way to enjoy the beauty of the Rockies and the fun of the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Festival than arriving via the open road. So grab your sunscreen and get ready for some fun high up near the sun.
Music at the Jazz Aspen Snowmass
The Jazz Aspen Snowmass festival has announced the 2022 headliners are Stevie Nicks, Chris Stapleton, and Leon Bridges. Many more will be announced in the coming months. Keep checking in here for lineup announcements.
And if you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, you’ll want to grab them as soon as possible. This is a popular music festival that sells out! Can’t stay the whole time? No problem. Purchase a single-day pass instead of the 3-day pass.
Places To Camp In And Around The Festival
RV parks with full hookups are hard to find close to the Jazz Aspen Snowmass festival, so campers have the choice to stay at one of the RV Parks listed below and plan for extra travel time or try their hand at dry camping in some of the beautiful nearby Aspen and Snowmass Village campgrounds. (Be advised Aspen is approximately 20 minutes away from Snowmass Village and there is a shuttle service running between the two towns.) Keep in mind that the town of Aspen does not allow overnight RV parking. If you plan on trying your hand at dry camping in some of the nearby campgrounds, remember that vehicles over 35 feet are prohibited from traveling over Independence Pass.
Reservations for RV Parks and local campgrounds fill up fast, so be sure to make your reservations sooner rather than later with the links provided below.
RV Camping For Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival – With Hookups
Gateway RV Park, Carbondale, CO
Amenities include RV Sites, free wifi, hot showers, fire rings, and picnic tables off of each site. It is pet-friendly.
Crystal River KOA, Carbondale, CO
This campground offers everything from deluxe riverfront sites with full hookups to budget sites for those saving a few bucks for awesome swag at the music festival. Campground amenities include wifi, sauna, pool, pavilion, and firewood and bike rentals for an additional fee.
Glenwood Canyon Resort, Glenwood Springs, CO
Situated in the beautiful Glenwood Canyon, this resort has a variety of RV camping sites. Amenities include full hook-ups for RV sites, access to recreational trails, an onsite bar and grill, shuttle service to and from the hot springs pool, wifi, playground, and an outdoor adventure center.
Ami’s Acres Campground, Glenwood Springs, CO
Another Glenwood Springs gem, this campground offers basic amenities. Call the facility for specific questions not answered on the website.
Transportation From Carbondale & Glenwood Springs To Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival
Carbondale is approximately 50 minutes from the JAS Music Festival, while Glenwood Springs is approximately 70 minutes away. If you stay in one of these towns you have a few options for transportation to the festival.
- Drive up and park at the Intercept Lot, located at the intersection of Highway 82 and Brush Creek Road, then take an event shuttle to the venue.
- Take an RFTA bus from Carbondale to the event. If you’re staying in Glenwood Springs, you’ll have to drive to Carbondale and catch the bus there, which is approximately a 25-minute drive. View RFTA bus schedules here.
RV Camping For Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival – No Hookups
RV camping without hookups or sewer is commonly referred to as dry camping. Dry camping for the Jazz Aspen Snowmass music festival might mean roughing it a little more than you had planned, but you’ll be much closer to the music venue and you’ll experience some of the most beautiful and serene campgrounds that you could hope to find in the United States.
If you’re renting an RV and plan on dry camping, be sure to ask for an overview of the black and grey water tanks as well as the battery power. Knowing how these systems work and some tips on conserving water and power will allow you to still enjoy the comfort that an RV offers while dry camping. You might also want to consider renting a generator.
Only 5 miles southeast of Aspen, this campground offers 47 standard sites. This campground can be accessed via Independence Pass or Aspen. Every campground offers picnic tables, campfire rings, and drinking water. Vault toilets are available and firewood is available for purchase. Be advised that campground radius turns are tight for larger RVs.
Enjoy the iconic Maroon Bells scenery. Be sure to make reservations in advance and be advised trailers up to 30 feet are allowed. Fire pits, drinking water, picnic tables, and vault toilets are all available.
RV camping is available and can be reserved by calling 877-444-6777. This campground is just as beautiful as the others mentioned and offers the same amenities.
For additional camping options in the Aspen and Snowmass Village area, you can search here and call provided phone numbers for in-person help.
Parking At The Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival
It is recommended that festival-goers take advantage of alternative transportation methods such as buses and shuttles. Parking is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gold pass members can enjoy VIP parking at the Rodeo Lot by the event. Silver VIP and Gold SRO ticket holders can park at the Two Creeks Parking Lot. General Admission can park at the Intercept Lot located at the intersection of Highway 82 and Brush Creek Road. Regularly running shuttles will drop you off at the Snowmass Village Town Center.
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Explore The Things To Do Around Snowmass Village & Aspen After The Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival
Take A Hike
There’s no shortage of natural splendor to take in when visiting this area. You’re high up in altitude, so be sure to drink plenty of water and slather on the sunscreen – even if it’s cloudy. Also? Dress in layers. Part of the thrill of the Rocky Mountains is its ever-changing weather, so be prepared for sun, rain, and snow – even in the summer.
Get Rocky Mountain High(er)
Want a bird’s eye view of the majestic Rocky Mountains? Take a hot air balloon ride for a unique and breathtaking experience.
Explore Aspen
There’s a reason why Aspen draws luminaries of the screen year after year. A walking tour with a seasoned local will help you get under the surface of this gorgeous mountain town while giving you a taste of its unique history.
Other Stops On the Way to and From the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Festival
There is no shortage of beautiful places to visit after you’ve soaked up the music and fun. Any direction you go from Snowmass will land you somewhere wonderful, but there are a few places of note that are truly special and worth the travel.
Moab, UT
Another outdoor enthusiast’s heaven, this small Utah town draws bikers, hikers, rafters, and more as it’s located near two of the most breathtaking national parks, Arches and Canyonlands. You’ll have the choice of camping in one of the parks or choosing from one of the area’s RV-friendly camping resorts. You’ll have plenty to choose from, but check out Sun Outdoors, which has full hookups and a refreshing swimming pool.
Jackson, WY
A quick drive away from the breathtaking Grand Tetons National Park, Jackson is the perfect continuation from one amazing mountain town to another. RV camping is allowed in the park, but you’ll have to make reservations far in advance. If you’re looking for an RV resort, you can check out Alpine River RV Resort, the area’s newest RV park.
Morrison, CO
Leaving Snowmass, head east on I-70 into the foothills of the Rockies for a unique little town that’s home to the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater. The tunes don’t have to stop at the Jazz Aspen Snowmass festival, because the Red Rocks concert season goes into October. Check out the 2022 lineup here. The nearest campground is the Indian Paintbrush Campground at just ten minutes away from the amphitheater.
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