Aspen Skiing Company is planning to make the Elk Camp Meadows area the new hub of summer activity at Snowmass Ski Area. Beginning around June 20th, new hiking and biking trails will be open, along with the Cafe Suzanne restaurant. The Elk Camp gondola will run regularly. If you would like to see disc golf and overnight camping allowed in this area, White River National Forest Staff are seeking public comments. (more…)
Aspen Skiing Company announced that they will keep the lifts running on Aspen Mountain for the weekends of April 17th-18th and April 24th-25th. Aspen locals and visitors alike are quite excited!
The regular season closes April 11th for both Aspen and Snowmass Mountain. The final day of the season for Buttermilk and Aspen Highlands is April 4th. (more…)
Every March hails the sun meeting the snow in Aspen and the annual Wine Party at Blondie’s Cabin on Aspen Mountain. This annual party has a wonderful turnout every year, with characters aplenty. (more…)
The annual AVSC Nordic Bonfire Dinner, one of Aspen’s most unique winter outdoor fundraisers, will be held Saturday, January 9 from 6:00-8:00 PM. The event features an evening of cross-country skiing, eating, drinking, and socializing under the moon and stars at the Cross Country Center on the Aspen Golf Course. (more…)
Aspen’s famous Independence Pass is now open for the summer season. Independence Pass climbs up over 12,000 feet and offers spectacular views, along with snowfields, throughout the summer.
The wildlife and topography offer numerous photo opportunities. Independence Pass is located in the White River National Forest, and there are many day hikes and picnic areas to investigate and a ghost town named Independence is a great rest stop.
Locals enjoy the easy access to Denver and Colorado Springs, typically cutting 1/2 hour off of their drive time by going over the pass. But Independence Pass is not for the novice driver. There are two locations on the Aspen side of the pass where there is no yellow line to separate the two-way traffic.
Independence Pass is only open during the summer. Enjoy it while you can!
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One of the biggest differences between Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley and other ski resort destinations is Aspen’s ability to attract very exclusive presentations and events. One of these great events will happen May 7th through the 10th in Carbondale–the 5Point Film Festival. (more…)
Skiing on Aspen Mountain
Aspen Mountain (and all other area mountains – Snowmass, Highlands & Buttermilk) has received at least 30 inches of snow in the past seven days. (more…)
Yesterday, the skies opened up and the white fluffy stuff came down upon us in Aspen and Snowmass Village. Skiers and snowboarders were enjoying the 9-18 inches of new snow all day. According to the weather forecast and long-time locals, there will be plenty more coming to the four mountains of Aspen Skiing Company within the next week!
Aspen gondola
The Aspen Skiing Company and its major marketing partners are offering promotions during the holidays and throughout the ski season to garner the attention of prospective customers. (more…)
