Aspen Snowmass

Aspen Snowmass

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Spread across four distinct mountains in Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley, Aspen Snowmass stands as one of North America's most comprehensive winter destinations. The resort combines world-class skiing with the sophisticated charm of Aspen and the family-friendly atmosphere of Snowmass Village. With over 5,500 acres of terrain, the resort caters to every skill level, from first-time skiers to seasoned athletes seeking expert runs.

Aspen Snowmass features an extensive network of 43 lifts across all four mountains, including high-speed chairlifts and gondolas that ensure minimal wait times and maximum skiing time. The Silver Queen Gondola on Aspen Mountain whisks riders to the 11,212-foot summit in just 14 minutes, while the Elk Camp Gondola at Snowmass provides quick access to beginner and intermediate terrain. Recent upgrades have enhanced uphill capacity, allowing more skiers to explore the mountains efficiently.

Aspen Snowmass Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 20
Gondola
2
Gondola
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
10
Quad Chair
Double Chair
1
Double Chair
T-Bar
2
T-Bar
Surface Lift
4
Surface Lift

Aspen Snowmass Resort Elevation

12510ft3813mResort Summit4393ft1339mVertical Drop8117ft2474mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

98

Total Area

3342 ac

1352.5 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
5%
Intermediate
48%
Advanced
17%
Expert
30%
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Location

Situated in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, Aspen Snowmass lies just 200 miles from Denver International Airport, with direct flights available to Aspen/Pitkin County Airport from major U.S. cities. The resort's four mountains - Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk - are connected by free shuttle services, allowing guests to easily experience each unique area. The historic town of Aspen provides a perfect basecamp, blending outdoor adventure with cultural attractions, dining, and shopping.

Aspen Snowmass

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Season Info

While winter transforms Aspen Snowmass into a snow sports mecca from late November through mid-April, each season brings its own distinctive charm. Summer unveils miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, with wildflower meadows dotting the landscape. Fall paints the surrounding aspen groves in brilliant gold, creating spectacular scenery for outdoor adventures. Spring offers late-season skiing alongside emerging mountain activities as the valley awakens.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/27/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

138

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

5.84m

584cm

Imperial

19.2ft

230in

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