Snowmass Activities, Sports and Outdoor Recreation

Summer in Snowmass is beautiful at any pace of life… The Elk Camp Gondola is a fully enclosed 8 person Gondola that whisks you away from all the buzz of Snowmass Base Village (8,475ft) to Elk Camp Meadows and the Elk Camp Restaurant(9,765ft). C...

Scenic Summer Gondola Rides

Anderson Ranch Arts Center is a premier destination for art-making and critical dialog, bringing together aspiring and internationally renowned artists to discuss and further their work. The Ranch also hosts workshops for artists of all levels, event...

Anderson Ranch Arts Center

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Fat bike lovers, rejoice! Snowmass is home to approximately 8 miles of groomed trails. Bring your bike and park for free at the Snowmass Recreation Center. Paved Trails that are groomed in the winter include: Brush Creek – from Lot 4 to the H...

Fat Biking

Making possibilities for people with disabilities. Since 1995, Challenge Aspen has been dedicated to presenting meaningful recreational, educational and cultural experiences to individuals with cognitive and/or physical disabilities. Challenge Aspen...

Challenge Aspen

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Connect with your inner athlete, off the slopes. This spectacular, one-of-a-kind recreational facility provides 18,000 square feet of fun and fitness in Snowmass Village. Offerings include the only outdoor, heated saline pools in Aspen Snowmass, alon...

Snowmass Village Recreation Center

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Just 15 minutes from Snowmass in a stunning new facility in downtown Aspen, the Aspen Art Museum features the newest, most important evolutions in international contemporary art. With innovative and timely exhibitions, education and public outreach p...

Aspen Art Museum

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Feel the need for speed? Want to compare your fastest times with your friends? Head up to the public, on-mountain NASTAR race course, where souvenir pins are awarded for first through third place finishes. Registration can be found at Spider Sabic...

Public NASTAR Races

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This season marks 50 years of the Snowmass Rodeo! Every Wednesday night from June 19 through August 21 be a part of our long-standing rodeo tradition. Fun for all ages! 5pm – Gates & BBQ open 7pm – Rodeo events begin Tickets are onl...

The Snowmass Rodeo

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The Roaring Fork Valley is a renowned destination for the fly fishing enthusiast. Both the Roaring Fork River (which runs straight down the valley from Independence Pass) and the Fryingpan River (which travels down from Ruedi Reservoir and connects t...

Fly Fishing

Want to try something new on the hill? Trade your skis or board for a tube, and head to the snow at the top of the Elk Camp Gondola. Multiple lift-served lanes offer tubing excitement for adults and children. Tubing-only or combo tickets including ac...

Tubing

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Since 1889, the Wheeler Opera House has been Aspen’s community performance venue. From The Eagles, Jerry Seinfeld, Oprah Winfrey and Sheryl Crow to locally-created performance experiences, the Wheeler is the Roaring Fork Valley’s premiere site fo...

Wheeler Opera House

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Explore the beauty and vastness of Snowmass on snowshoes. Rent gear from one of our many sports retailers and venture out on Snowmass trails on your own, or join a guided tour led by Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES). ACES Snowshoe Tours...

Snowshoeing

Explore public art, sculptures, murals, and more in Snowmass by following the curated Art Walk loops outlined below. Need help navigating? Scroll to find walking directions and corresponding indexes for each of the Art Walk loops! Loop #1 R...

Snowmass Art Walk

For over 40 years, Aspen Film has been providing locals and visitors alike with major movie events throughout the year, educational programming, and special events. Special events include the Aspen Film Fest in late September, Academy Screenings, Asp...

Aspen Film

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Aspen Snowmass has long been a mecca for skiers of all abilities and agendas. Cruisers, glades, steeps, terrain parks, and half pipes provide a wintertime playground unlike any other. We could go on all day about what sets Snowmass apart, starting wi...

Skiing

First Tracks Cruising through untouched powder or freshly groomed corduroy is a dream-come-true for skiers and boarders. The free Snowmass First Tracks program makes it possible, with the chance to be among the first on the mountain, taking the first...

First Tracks & Ambassador Tours

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Adventure abounds beyond Snowmass’ slopes. Check out the magnificent winter backcountry of Aspen Snowmass, the striking Maroon Bells, or the hills above Lenado, on a guided snowmobile tour. Trips range from two to four hours, with lunch provided fo...

Snowmobile Tours

The Lost Forest isn’t hard to find — it’s just hard to see. Tucked in among the trees and rocks at the top of the Elk Camp Gondola are the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster, Treeline Trial Challenge Course, and Rugged Ascent Climbing Wall. In addition...

The Lost Forest

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With over 75 miles of mountain biking trails, Snowmass is a mountain biker’s heaven, whether you’re looking for the gravity-defying rush of a world-class downhill trail or a gentle single track through meadows bursting with wildflowers. F...

Mountain Biking

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Snowmass Village is proud to boast two 18-hole mountain disc golf courses. Different courses are designed every season to ensure a never-ending challenge on diverse mountain terrain with beautiful scenery and lots of elevation change. Course maps a...

Disc Golf

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Whether you’re a never-ever or an expert, the rock climbing scene near Snowmass is pitch-perfect. A variety of local areas allow you to test your mettle against Rocky Mountain granite, and you can explore the options independently or with certi...

Rock Climbing

The Aspen Music Festival and School is the United States’ premier classical music festival, presenting more than 300 musical events during its eight-week summer season. The institution draws top classical musicians from around the world to this Col...

Aspen Music Festival and School

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Explore the valley, make memories, and have more fun. Our Jeeps are top of the line luxury, adventure vehicles. Full day, group retreats, sunset cruise or take your adventure off-road. We provide camping equipped Jeeps with premium rooftop tents for ...

Aspen Jeeps

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Uphilling has quickly risen to popularity in the ski community. Instead of a leisurely ride on the Elk Camp Gondola or chairlifts, you can earn your turns traversing up the mountain on alpine touring skis or splitboards. This workout with a reward i...

Uphill Skiing

Want to practice a hockey stop, perfect that pirouette, or simply glide around for an evening skate? Snowmass offers two free ice skating rinks. One at The Rink in Snowmass Base Village and the other, Snowmass Village Ice Rink, at the Snowmass Town P...

Ice Skating

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Bonus Bike Nights take place every Tuesday from June 27 to August 8 and include evening access to the Snowmass Bike Park, the Snowmass Bike Park (SBP) Race Series*, select Lost Forest activities, and food and beverage options in the Elk Camp Restaura...

Bonus Bike Nights

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With 14,000 foot peaks all around, it’s easy to overlook the region’s scenic and plentiful rivers, which are one of its best-kept secrets. Whether you’re seeking a day trip with class IV rapids on the Arkansas or a quick, gentle flo...

Whitewater Rafting

Awarded the “Outstanding Regional Theatre” Henry Award in 2009, Theatre Aspen is much more than a small-town troupe. Theatre Aspen’s professional productions feature the best of Broadway talent, as well as local performers, and an exception...

Theatre Aspen

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Complete your Wild West experience by exploring the serene beauty of the Snowmass aspen forests and wildflower meadows on a guided horseback adventure. Snowmass is home to over 23 miles of Equestrian Trails. Follow meandering creeks toward their head...

Horseback Riding

Looking to head out and take in some of the sights and attractions that make this region famous? Snowmass offers a convenient home base to explore everything from exquisite mountain vistas on the Continental Divide to historic ghost towns tucked up h...

Sightseeing

Want to feel the crisp winter wind in your hair without ever strapping on a pair of ski or snowboard boots? Meet the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster! This Lost Forest feature has individual cars controlled by the rider with a ride time of seven to nine mi...

Breathtaker Alpine Coaster

Families or small private groups can enjoy the beauty of the mountains with professional outfitters on a private camping excursion through Private Family Adventures. Or for a more rustic experience, the Roaring Fork Valley offers a variety of camp...

Camping

Meandering across pristine winter meadows and into hushed pine forests and aspen groves, the Snowmass Golf Course track is perfect for classic nordic, skate skiing, snowshoeing or a winter walk in the sun. Trail access is free, however you will need ...

Cross Country Skiing

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Few places boast a history as rich and robust as Aspen Snowmass. From Native Americans to ranchers and miners to performers, outlaws, environmentalists, artists, and athletes, Aspen Snowmass is deeply rooted in an independent, pioneering spirit th...

Aspen Historical Society

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Tuesday’s June 28 – August 9 at Elk Camp Take a complimentary gondola ride (5-7:30p) up to Elk Camp and enjoy beautiful summer nights mid-mountain on Snowmass during Sunset Tuesdays. Elk Camp Restaurant will be open from 5-7:30 pm ...

Sunset Tuesdays at Elk Camp

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Check out www.HikeSnowmass.com, your resource for hike ideas, trail maps and planning. Surrounded by the 2.3 million acres of the White River National Forest, the hiking options in and around Snowmass are truly endless. From Snowmass Village i...

Hiking

This summer will be like no other! Join us as we celebrate 32 years of The Snowmass Free Concert Series. This long standing summer tradition and local favorite returns to Fanny Hill every Thursday evening, June 13-August 22. This may be the best way ...

Free Concert Series

With four locations in the Roaring Fork Valley, the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers a wealth of opportunities to learn about the local environment year-round. From guided hikes and snowshoe tours to week-long camps to fun events for th...

Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) Guided Hikes

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Discover some of the most picturesque and remote places in the region on a comfortable guided jeep tour. Expansive & panoramic vistas, wilderness areas, high alpine wildflower meadows, and rugged mountains with unending views await. Keep an eye o...

Jeeping Tours

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At SMashBox, we create environments where kids get to be kids, where plans are made but are meant to be broken, and where kids – and their imaginations – have the opportunity to run wild. Beyond the play, at the heart of what we do is our...

Camp SMashBox

The Collective Snowmass, the heart and soul of Snowmass Base Village, is a hub for community events. The Collective Snowmass features weekly programing including chess night, bingo night, comedy night, live music, educational talks, and more. Mawita ...

The Collective Snowmass

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We venture to guess this is where Spiderman comes to test out his winter skills. And no wonder- Snowmass is surrounded by options for every level of ice climber, from the never-ever to the hard-core expert. Under the guidance of certified local guide...

Ice Climbing

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If you’re wondering how well-received Snowmass is by snowboarders, don’t take it from us! Maybe it’s Snowmass’ open glades, where wide arching turns are easy to make and powder stashes are easy to find. Or perhaps it’s t...

Snowboarding

If you need to re-balance and regenerate with a yoga class while on vacation, Snowmass offers a variety of options. The Snowmass Recreation Center holds fitness and yoga classes daily, including sunrise and general yoga sessions. For the most up-to-d...

Yoga

Starting opening day, November 28th, guests of all ages can enjoy Snowmass S’mores for FREE, starting at 3:30pm every day throughout the winter season (presented by Snowmass Tourism). Guests can find branded s’mores carts (which resemble oversize...

Snowmass S’mores

NEW! Winter Windows In partnership with Buckhorn Public Arts, Roaring Fork Valley artists have paired with retailers on the Snowmass Mall to create custom window displays that celebrate the winter season and the character of Snowmass Village. Winte...

Winter Windows

If you think Colorado’s land-locked status means there’s a dearth of water sports in the region, you’d be wrong. From white-knuckle white water to meandering rivers ideal for gold medal fly fishing, the Roaring Fork Valley offers pl...

Water Sports

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Snowmass Lanes & Lounge bowling alley offers entertainment for friends and family of all ages! We have 6 bowling lanes, professional billiard and Foosball tables, dart board, 300-inch projection screens surrounded with cushy leather couches, deli...

Snowmass Lanes & Lounge

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SNOWMASS CHAPEL WORSHIP SERVICE Pray for snow! Snowmass Chapel offers a nondenominational Christian worship service every Sunday at 9am. Please join us in-person at Snowmass Chapel (ski clothes welcome!) or tune in online. Visit www.snowmasschapel.o...

Snowmass Chapel & Community Center

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If you’d like to check out the sights from a rarefied view, Hot Air Ballooning is the thrilling way to go. Early morning sunrise rides at Snowmass take visitors up nearly 2,500-feet in altitude over the Snowmass landscape, providing expansive v...

Hot Air Ballooning

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The Art Walk To showcase the best of Snowmass, guests and locals are invited to partake in a series of summer long self-guided experiences – activities guests can do at any time, at their own pace. The Art Walk showcases the unique galleries, majes...

The Art Walk + Anderson Ranch Arts Center’s “Sculpturally Distanced”

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet is a cornerstone of Aspen Snowmass’ vast art and cultural offerings. The groundbreaking troupe of global performers has produced an incredible array of live performances, curating high-quality dance programming for audienc...

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet

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Get ready to embrace the spirit of the season as the Holiday Bell Tones spread joy and cheer throughout the Snowmass Mall and Snowmass Base Village. These talented carolers will fill the air with harmonious melodies and classic holiday favorites, inv...

Holiday Carolers

If your comfort level on a bike leans more to concrete than dirt, plenty of options exist in the Roaring Fork Valley to head out and explore the region. From the paved network of trails in Snowmass, families can take a leisurely pedal down to the Woo...

Road Biking

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Experience Aspen Snowmass like never before with a private family adventure. Let Aspen Snowmass outdoor adventure professionals guide you and your family through unique mountain experiences. Select one, two or three activities: Family Fishing Expe...

Private Family Adventures

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