About Aspen Mountain Ski Area
Aspen Mountain and its famous black-diamond terrain has kept the town of Aspen on the map since 1947, serving up great groomers, glades, bumps and steeps for anyone who dares step off the lift. Vertical rise: 3,267 ft./996 mTerrain: 675 acres/273 hectaresNumber of trails: 76Miles/km of trails: 64 miles/103 kmLongest run: 3 miles/4.83 kmTypes of trails: easiest: 0%, more difficult: 48%, most difficult: 26%, expert: 26%Lifts: 8: 6 primary – 1 gondola (14-minute ride), 1 high-speed quad, 1 high-speed double, 1 quad, 2 doubles; 2 secondary – 1 quad (Little Nell), 1 double (Bell Mountain)Lift hours: All lifts open at 9 a.m. and close at 3:30 p.m.Rental/Retail: Four-Mountain Sports/D&E Ski and Snowboard Shop/D&E Women across the street from the Silver Queen GondolaOn-Mountain Restaurants: 4: Sundeck, Bonnie's, Ajax Tavern, Montagna Restaurant and Bar in The Little Nell
How to Get There
Take Highway 82 into the town of Aspen. Aspen Ski Area is due south of the town of Aspen.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Aspen Mountain Ski Area
Heading to Aspen Mountain Ski Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Aspen Mountain Ski Area?
No central reservation system listed for Aspen Mountain Ski Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259412) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Aspen Mountain Ski Area?
Take Highway 82 into the town of Aspen. Aspen Ski Area is due south of the town of Aspen.
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