Aspen Sports & Outdoors Tips by goingsolo Top 5 Page for this destination

Hiking in Aspen

Theme: Hiking

Rock climbing

There are several technical climbing routes on the north side of Independence Pass road. In addition, several outfitters provide equipment for climbing the Maroon Bells.

Theme: Climbing

Backcountry skiing

The 10th mountain division hut system links Aspen, Leadville and Vail. See Vail page for more details.

The Alfred A Braun Hut System, south of Aspen, has a series of older huts available along the trail.

Equipment: All ski resort areas have rental equipment shops so you can get anything you need- skis, poles, boots, while there.

Theme: Skiing/Snowboarding

Skiing

There are 4 ski areas in Aspen and neighboring Snowmass: Aspen Mountain, for more experienced skiiers, Aspen Highlands, for all levels, Buttermilk for beginners and Snowmass, which has four mountains.

Theme: Skiing/Snowboarding

Biking routes

Maroon Creek Road is closed to vehicles over the summer and makes a popular biking or hiking trail. The road is 9 miles long.

Directions: From CO 82, follow signs south to Maroon Creek Road.

Theme: Biking