Known for its incredible scenic beauty, the Maroon Bells are one of North America’s most photographed mountains. They are located 10 miles from Aspen up Maroon Creek Road and are a sight that should not be missed. During the summer it is possible to arrive at the site via public bus. Meanwhile, during winter the only way to travel up to the mountains is by cross country ski or a snowmobile.
Aspen is home to some of the best sights in all of Colorado. So why not join Maroon Bells Guide and Outfitters on a journey to see the best of the best. Ride on horseback through the amazing scenery that is the Maroon Bells along with other sights worth seeing as you enjoy the great outdoors. Special trips for couples are available such as romantic dinner rides and overnight rides under the stars that would set any mood.
Maroon Creek Club prides itself on providing its members with an extraordinary experience every time they visit. Here, members have the privilege of enjoying some of the best golf in the country while playing alongside Aspen’s natural beauty. Tennis is also available to those with active tennis memberships with 9 outdoor HarTru courts outside and 4 Hartru indoor courts. This is all without mentioning one of Aspen’s finer dining experiences.
The Neshama Center is a nonprofit organization which offers Jewish education and services to the residents of Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley. The goal of the center is to bring Jewish traditions and life cycle celebrations to the community in a way that enriches it spiritually and intellectually. There are classes offered through the center as well as events including different Jewish holidays.
The Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association is dedicated to creating and sustain the best possible mountain bike trail system in the Roaring Fork Valley. Under RFMBA, there are many trails that are available for mountain biking and the goal is to continue to create more while maintaining the current ones. Join RFMBA to help accomplish great things for the trails and the mountain bike community.
The idea of Rock and Roll Academy started in 2003 as a place for students to learn and appreciate music on their own terms and play the music that they enjoyed with their friends in a creative and collaborative experience in which they decided the direction of the project. Since then, the academy has offered education to students and allowed them to interact with other students while learning the music they love most.
The Snowmass Chapel and Community Center is a place where long time locals, seasonal residents, and one time visitors can gather for Sunday worship services and special events. A non-denominational congregation, the Chapel welcomes a vast array of Christian traditions which make this location all the more special. Services are at 9am Sundays.
Snowmass Club and its location right outside of Aspen is a perfect place for those that enjoy outdoor activities in an exciting and colorful location. Snowmass Club contains spectacular amenities including an award winning golf course, 13 tennis courts, outdoor pools, a 19,000 square foot athletic club and much much more.
Saddle up with Snowmass Creek Outfitters and explore the great Snowmass Valley with a 90 minute 2 hour, half day or full day ride. With two locations outside Aspen, Snowmass Creek Outfitters are sure to help you explore the Wild West in true cowboy (and cowgirl) style!
At the Snowmass Ice Age Discovery Center, discover what life was like thousands upon thousands of years ago. Here you can touch a mastodon and mammoth teeth and gaze upon a half sized 6 foot Columbian Mammoth skeleton. There are fossils housed as well as creative displays and educational panels with interactive programming to get the most of the learning experience.
Sun Dog Athletics is all about helping those without much skill or experience in the world of adventure sports get that much needed practice with a little guidance. With Sun Dog Athletics, one can receive a customized outdoor experience that is coupled with hourly rates that allow for a self-paced and self-appointed distance to begin trying activities like Mountain Biking, Road Biking, and Nordic Hiking.
T-Lazy-7 is not only a well-known ranch in the area but also offers premier snowmobile tours also. Go out into the frozen and wintery landscape with knowledgeable guides who will share interesting history of the area along with multiple snowy sights. There are lunch tours that offer a chance for a ride and a meal. There is no experience necessary for most tours and even kids can come along as passengers depending on their age.
A fitness club located in Aspen, The Art of Fitness offers quality Pilates and Gyrotonic Expansion System in a challenging but suitable environment. This fitness club offers a program that intends to help clients maximize their potential as instructors help them strengthen not only their body but help them push and reach maximal results. Instructors at the club are fully certified and participate regularly.
The Aspen Institute is an educational and policy studies organization. Their issue areas include culture and communication, economy, energy and environment, health, and much more. They also put on events that are open to anyone that is interested in any of the topics or areas of issue.
With its beautiful setting right along the Rio Grande Trail, Theatre Aspen sets the perfect mood for award winning shows. These shows put on both during the day and at night leave audiences in awe because of the combination of professional theatre and the excitement of being outdoors. At the theatre one can find musicals, plays, new work, and family friendly shows.