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 WHITE HOUSE TAVERN Can't go wrong with a Hillstone restaurant :) LAS MONTAÑAS Classic Mexican food in downtown Aspen with a rooftop and mountain views CASA TUA Great Italian located in the heart of downtown Aspen ASPEN PUBLIC HOUSE Rustic tavern located in the historic Wheeler Opera House building PARADISE BAKERY An Aspen classic for cookies and ice cream SWEDISH HILL AT ASPEN ART MUSEUM Casual cafe and rooftop terrace at the Aspen Art Museum 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.