Things To Do

Aspen Snowmass - hiking, biking, gondola rides

This is where we spend a majority of our time. Our favorite mountain to ski. There is something for everyone at Snowmass in the summer. You can take the gondola's up the mountain to enjoy the views and relax, mountain bike or hike the rim trail.

Maroon Bells - hiking

You can't come to aspen and not take a look at the iconic Maroon Bells. You'll recognize it often as the picture that advertises the beauty of Colorado. There is a bus you can take from Aspen Highlands up to the hiking area. For those that want to just take in the view, they can go up and take short walk to the lake. Whitney, Dan & Kassie were lucky enough to see a family of moose wandering here a few years ago. There are also longer hikes you can do over the course of a couple of hours.

Independence Pass - hiking, car ride up to the continental divide, horseback riding

You can't come to Aspen and not spend some time hiking in Independence Pass. Beautiful trails along bubbling brooks and if you dare you can jump into the Devil's Punchbowl.

HOPS Culture

Aspen Brewing Company

Aspen Brew Co is a great little taproom to enjoy one of their flights. It's a great place to stop in after spending some time walking around Aspen. You may get lucky and their resident pup might be running around.

Roaring Fork Brewing Co

We've frequented this brewery each trip. It's a great little brewery located in downtown Carbondale. Kick back, have a brew and play some games.

The Brick Pony Pub

The Brick Pony is our go to local restaurant and bar in downtown Basalt. It has great food with a laid back atmosphere. If you order a beer beware because you'll receive a large chalice of it.

Woody Creek Distillers

Aspen Whitewater Rafting

Adam and I have gone white water rafting and would highly recommend to those that are up for an adventure. June is a great time to go when water is still rushing down from the mountains. Take advantage of the opportunity to experience Colorado in a unique way.

Glenwood Hot Springs

This is a great place to relax after a couple days on the mountain.

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

We haven't had a chance to experience this local site, but have heard great things and you can never beat the view.

Ruedi Reservoir

There are a few hikes near Basalt and Ruedi's is one we love. There are 2 mi and 8 mi hikes. Both with great views of the reservoir.