Things To Do
THINGS TO DO IN ASPEN
ASPEN FARMER'S MARKET Open on Saturdays from 8:30 AM - 2 PM, the market offers Colorado-grown fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, and more as well as a food court for lunch or a snack. ASPEN GOLF CLUB Book a tee time here: https://www.aspengolf.com/ GUIDED FLY FISHING Experience the Roaring Fork Valley rivers with an expert fishing guide. Taylor Creek Fly Shops: https://taylorcreek.com/ Roaring Fork Anglers: https://www.alpineangling.com/ BIKE TO WOODY CREEK TAVERN Rent bikes here: https://www.aspenbikes.com/
RESTAURANTS
AJAX TAVERN Located at the base of Aspen Mountain, enjoy the mountain views MEAT AND CHEESE A cozy bistro and gourmet market MATSUHISA Upscale Japanese-Peruvian restaurant HOTEL JEROME J-BAR Historic bar located located inside the Hotel Jerome CASA TUA Great Italian located in the heart of downtown Aspen WHITE HOUSE TAVERN Can't go wrong with a Hillstone restaurant :) PARADISE BAKERY An Aspen classic for cookies and ice cream IL POGGIO Cozy Italian dining with handmade pastas and a great wine selection in Snowmass Village KENICHI SNOWMASS Sushi and Asian fusion spot in Snowmass
ASPEN HIKES
MAROON BELLS – SCENIC LOOP TRAIL Length: 1.9 miles round trip Trailhead: Maroon Lake Trailhead (accessed via shuttle from Aspen Highlands in summer) Description: A postcard-perfect, easy hike around the iconic Maroon Lake with mountain reflections. SMUGGLER MOUNTAIN TRAIL Length: 3 miles round trip Trailhead: Smuggler Mountain Road at the east end of Aspen (near Park Circle) Description: A moderately challenging trail with panoramic views of Aspen at the top. CATHEDRAL LAKE TRAIL Length: 5.6 miles round trip Trailhead: Castle Creek Road, about 12 miles from downtown Aspen Description: A more strenuous hike to a stunning alpine lake nestled beneath dramatic peaks. HUNTER CREEK TRAIL Length: 5.4 miles round trip Trailhead: End of Lone Pine Road near the Hunter Creek apartments Description: A shaded, scenic trail with wildflowers, creeks, and historic mining ruins.
SNOWMASS HIKES
RIM TRAIL (SOUTH SECTION) Length: 5.3 miles round trip Trailhead: Just above the Upper Divide parking area in Snowmass Village Description: A gentle ridge hike with sweeping views of Snowmass Village and the surrounding peaks. DITCH TRAIL Length: 5.1 miles round trip Trailhead: End of Snowmass Club Circle, near the Snowmass Club Description: A flat and family-friendly trail that hugs the hillside with wildflowers and valley views. EAST SNOWMASS TRAIL Length: 6.3 miles round trip (to the meadows, longer if continuing) Trailhead: Near the end of Little Elk Creek Road (via Snowmass Creek Road) Description: A peaceful, moderate hike through aspen groves and along rushing creeks. GOVERNMENT TRAIL (SNOWMASS TO BUTTERMILK) Length: ~9.8 miles one way (can shorten by turning around) Trailhead: Snowmass Village (east end of Wood Road, near the Campground Chairlift) Description: A scenic forested trail connecting Aspen and Snowmass, popular with hikers and bikers.