Snowmass Things to Do

Located just four miles below the Independence Pass Summit, this ghost town not only offers a hands-on look at history, but also spectacular mountain scenery. Formed in the summer of 1879, this former mining town hauled out alm... more

If you are looking for an adrenaline jolt of mountain adventure that will cause you to shout, "zingo, do I feel alive!" then call these outdoor-excitement pros. For 30 years, this touring-company has helped upgrade vacations fr... more

With the very beautiful Snowmass mountains in the background, the Snowmass Townpark makes for a very colorful and attractive venue. Home to a number of events the entrance of this gorgeous park houses a recreation center with s... more

Located in the center of town, this park, which is the envy of every developer, defines Aspen's commitment to athletics. It encompasses almost two blocks and features a large playing field with rugby field goal posts, softball... more

The New York Post termed the highbrow Caribou Club the best private club in America. The key word here is private, because if you want to gain access you need a current member to sponsor you. But it is a small price to pay for... more

This restaurant's French cuisine is so authentic that rumor has it some customers leave asking directions to the Louvre. The menu emphasizes light fare, a rarity for most French restaurants, and includes a nice mix of seafood,... more

It is not often that you will find a restaurant that describes itself as serving "fierce" American food. But this Aspen favorite is so popular that no one ever stops to puzzle what "fierce" food actually means. This is one of t... more

If you have a day to hike, and then another day to recover, jot this remote trail down on your 'Things to do while in Aspen list.' This mountain path covers 8.8 miles and zigzags near Independence Pass before descending down a... more

This is a great place to picnic if you want mountain solitude without having to hike six hours to find it. All three picnic spots are within a five minute walk from the trailhead. For true ooh-look-at-this beauty, cross the bri... more

Hailed by Trail Runner Magazine as one of "America's 14 most scenic races," this half marathon coincides with the zenith of Aspen's staggering foliage season. Sponsored by the Ute Mountaineer, the race begins in Snowmass Villag... more