24 Things to do in aspen, Colorado

Here are 24 things to do In Aspen, Colorado. Aspen, Colorado is known for its nature beauty and stunning views. You can visit so many hikes and trails. You can never run out of things to do. 

1. Maroon Bells

Do you want to go hiking, camping, biking, and see one of the beautiful mountains in the United States? Then going to Maroon Bells in Denver Colorado is a must-see. You can experience a night in the stars on Lincoln Creek and Pearl Pass. You can also see Maroon Lake when hiking along with beautiful scenic views in Aspen Colorado.

https://aspenchamber.org/plan-trip/trip-highlights/maroon-bells

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2. Independence Pass

Independence Pass in Aspen Colorado is a high mountain in the United States. Independence pass elevation is 12,095 ft in the Rocky Mountains. The independence pass is between Aspen and the Twin Lakes. You can go biking, boating, swimming hiking, camping, fishing, and visit Ghost Towns on Highway 82.

https://www.codot.gov/projects/archived-project-sites/SH82/independence-pass/independence-pass-travel-information.html

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3. Silver Queen Gondola

Aspen Gondolas is one of the most scenic and beautiful views to see in Aspen Colorado. You can climb the mountains if you love exploring nature. You can also spend doing other activities here such as going to the Sundeck Restaurant, yoga classes, meditation classes, attending a concert, and going golfing.

Things to do in Aspen, Colorado

4. Sundeck Restaurant
The Sundeck Restaurant located on the top of the Silver Queen Gondola goes from November to April. The Sundeck Restaurant is an American, Mediterranean, and Asian Cuisine. They have the best burger on the mountain and made-from-scratch pizzas. A must-visit when you’re visiting the Silver Queen Gondola in Aspen, Colorado.

https://www.aspensnowmass.com/visit/dining/aspen-mountain/sundeck

5. The Lost Forest
The Lost Forest is located in the pines at Elk Camp on Snow mass. The Lost Forest is known for its beauty out here in Aspen Colorado. If you like to spend time in nature this is for you. You can also go on a ropes course, go wall climbing, fishing, hiking, golfing, and biking.  

https://shop.aspensnowmass.com/s/summer-activities/lost-forest/p/lost-forest-activities-3?

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6. . HorseBack Riding
Want to go horseback riding in the mountains? Then you’ll have to go horseback riding at the T-Lazy-7 Ranch. Horseback riding is an hour-long ride. You can also have the option where you can sleep under the stars in the Rocky Mountains in Aspen, Colorado. 

https://www.tlazy7.com/summer-activities/#horseback

7. T-Lazy-7 Ranch
At the T-Lazy-7 Ranch, you can enjoy so many activities here in Aspen, Colorado. You can experience two different seasons here the Summer and the winter. You go horseback riding, you can have corporate events, weddings, go fly fishing, and so much more.

Things to do in Aspen, Colorado

8. Rio Grande Trail Aspen
The Rio Grande Trail Aspen is 42 miles trail where you can go hiking, walking or biking. The Rio Grande Bicycling is a great way to look at the beauty around you on a beautiful day. This is the perfect time to spend when you’re in Aspen, Colorado

https://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/2016/april/11/colorado-s-rio-grande-trail/

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9. Glimpse of Aspen Highlights Tour

Join this one-hour tour for a glimpse of the Aspen Highlights. If you have limited time here in town this tour is for you can learn about the history, culture, architecture, and so much more in Aspen, Colorado.

https://www.viator.com/tours/Aspen/Glimpse-of-Aspen-Tour/d26395-74828P3?

10. Aspen Highlands
Aspen Highland is known for skiing and is a challenging mountain here in Aspen, Colorado. If you like challenges, then you’ll enjoy your time here in Aspen Highlands. You can also learn skiing here and go to snowboarding school.

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g29141-d116809-Reviews-Aspen_Highlands-Aspen_Colorado.html  Things to do in Aspen, Colorado

11. Aspen’s Dark Side Ghost Tour

Want to attend a ghost tour in Aspen Colorado? You’ll have to attend this tour with your friends and family. Expect a fun history about ghosts here in Aspen, Colorado.

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12. The Grottos Trail The Grottos Trail in Aspen, Colorado is a beautiful white river national forest. Taking this 0.6-mile short trip is a must-see in Aspen, Colorado. If you want to see a scenic waterfall this is the perfect location to visit. 

Things to do in Aspen, Colorado

13. Aspen’s off the Beaten Path tour If you’re a fan of the history’s culture you’ll have to do the Aspens the beaten path tour. You’ll get to walk the Victorian West End neighborhood and John Denver Sanctuary in Aspen, Colorado. The tour is 2 hours long, and you’ll get to pass by the Rio Grande Trail.

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14. Ashcroft Ghost Town When visiting Ashcroft Ghost Town is a small town to visit when you’re in Aspen, Colorado. A beautiful charming town filled with beautiful history and culture. An abandoned town has a saloon, a post office, and a hotel.

15. Aspen’s past to present historic tour
Did you know that Aspen, Colorado was a mining town? You’ll have to attend Aspen’s past-to-present historic tour. The Aspen’s past to present historic tour is two hours long. This tour starts from Downtown Aspen which is considered to be one of the best mountains in the world.

https://www.viator.com/tours/Aspen/Aspens-Past-to-Present-Historic-Tour/d26395-74828P2

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16. Castle Creek Road
Want to see the beautiful scenic view in Aspen, Colorado? When you’re visiting the Ashcroft ghost town you’ll have to see Castle Creek Road when you’re here visiting Aspen. You can also go hiking at the end of the road.

Things to do in Aspen, Colorado

17. Hunter Creek Trail
Want to see a scenic trail in Aspen, Colorado? You’ll have to visit the Hunter Creek Trail in Aspen, Colorado. Hunter Creek Trail is a distance from the Aspen downtown. This trail is 1.7 miles and is perfect for hiking and seeing scenic views here in Aspen, Colorado.

18. Glimpse of Aspen highlights tour
A glimpse of Aspen highlights tour is a 1hour tour in Aspen, Colorado. If you have limited time here and you want to see the top attractions and landmarks this is the tour for you. You can learn about history, architecture, and culture.

https://www.viator.com/tours/Aspen/Glimpse-of-Aspen-Tour/d26395-74828P3

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19. Aspen Hotel Room
Want to stay in a beautiful resort in Denver, Colorado? You’ll have to stay in the Aspen Hotel Room. You’ll get to experience staying in a floor to wall ceiling windows. You can do different activities, go dining, have corporate events, and so many fun things.

20. Cathedral Lake Trail
Want to experience a scenic lake in Aspen, Colorado? This Cathedral Lake Trail is 5.6 miles round trip, with elevations from 9,880ft-11,866ft. You will be hiking this trail from Pine Creek Canyon, through scenic forests and meadows. You’ll also come by a stunning alpine gem below granite peaks. Cathedral Lake trail is a beautiful hike you must go when you’re in Aspen, Colorado.

Things to do in Aspen, Colorado

21. Aspen Center for Environmental studies
Aspen Center for Environmental studies is a nonprofit science education since 1968. In the Aspen Center, you can find an immersive event for all ages, and you can learn about agriculture, ecosystem health, land restoration and so much more. 

Things to do in Aspen, Colorado

22. Wheeler Opera House Want to see a show in Aspen, Colorado? Head to the Wheeler Opera house! Where you can go watch a concert and a show. You will feel like you are going back in time. There is also a bar on the second floor where you can purchase alcohol with you and drink inside the theater with you!

23. Aspen Art Musuem See exhibitions at the Aspen Art Museum in Aspen. In this Art Museum, you can see many exhibitions such as Okoyomon, Jeffrey Gibson, and Herve. You can learn about the many events and workshops held here. These workshops include  Art-making workshops, summer youth workshops, and professional development.

https://www.aspenartmuseum.org/join/membership/familymembership

24. Grottos Trail in Aspen, Colorado I suggest visiting early in the morning since it only has 25 parking spots. Grottos Trail is a popular hike in Aspen. But one you should check out while you’re in town. At the Grottos trail you can see pretty Ice caves and river cascades. There are so many photo opportunities here at the Grottos trail.