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ASPEN The history of Aspen runs deep, contributing to the unique character of our small mountain town and beautiful Roaring Fork Valley. Visitors and locals alike, we all share a strong love of this special place. From the snowy mountaintops and the sunny riverbeds to the fine local cuisine and incredible cultural enrichment scene. It is important to preserve the spirit of Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley by supporting our local businesses, their owners, and our community contributors. Collectively, this is the backbone of living and loving local. This guide can be a keepsake for you, or pass it along to someone passing through. We are pleased to share with you the people and places of which we are most proud. Stop in and meet the people that make our valley so special, and tell them The Scout Guide sent you.
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This is your home, and in many ways a container for your life. Let’s honor that first. RESPONSIVENESS IS EVERY THING.
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This one bit of truth cracks open the very human side of real estate that drives decisions and can give us insight when we need it most. HEAD OVER HEART.
While I’m a big witness to the deeply personal side of buying and selling, it’s smart to lead with intellect and market savvy, but listen to your gut. EVERY THING’S POSSIBLE.
Focused, positive energy fuels amazing results. A CLEAR MIND PAVES THE WAY FOR CREATIVE SOLUTIONS.
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DECADES Fr om S i l ve r to Sn ow What once started as gathering grounds for the Ute Indians, Aspen quickly became a booming mining town that subsequently went through a lengthy quiet period, decades of transition with growing pains, and ultimately into the modern-day mountain destination we know and love today. Here is a summary of Aspen through the decades, from silver to snow.
Until the 1870s The Utes use the area as their summer hunting ground, going back centuries.
The 1950s Buttermilk and Highlands ski areas open and residents celebrate the first Wintersköl.
The 1880s Originally settled as Ute City by a group of miners and incorporated in 1881, the city is officially named Aspen in 1888. Miners, prospectors, and entrepreneurs reside in town and the surrounding valley, with schools, grocery stores, and services established as the area grows.
The 1960s Snowmass ski area opens, Ruedi Dam is approved, the first condominiums arrive in town, and the arts and music scene begins to flourish.
The 1890s Electric lights arrive in town, along with banks, a hospital, police department, theaters, and, to much fanfare, a grand hotel. The 1900s Mining is on the decline, the Ashcroft and Independence mining areas go bust, and bankruptcy abounds. To account for the town drama, a newspaper revives the local gossip column. The 1910s Farming becomes the newest currency, in the form of cattle and potatoes. Dubbed The Quiet Years, the population starts to decline. The 1920s Cars arrive in town, and Independence Pass is completed after more than a decade of work. The 1930s The lowest recorded population of Aspen during a census accounts for just 705 residents. In the latter part of the decade, a ski resort is conceived but put on hold due to World War II. The 1940s Aspen Skiing Company founded, Sardy Field opens, Bauhaus arrives, and the ethos of mind, body, and spirit is born.
The 1970s The population starts to rebound from the previous decades. Aspen elects its first female mayor, mass transit is born, and the first traffic light appears. Snowmass commences the Wild West tradition known as the rodeo. The 1980s Skiing in the Aspen area draws an international crowd, along with hordes of celebrities and the birth of private clubs. Snowboarding finally arrives, as well as the Silver Queen Gondola. The 1990s The population sees a boom that it once saw in its mining heyday more than 100 years ago, with thousands of year-round residents that swells to three times or (much) more in prime tourist season. The 2000s Winter X Games arrives, along with a new generation of visitors that come to visit for the summer but never leave. The 2010s Snowmass Village gets a facelift, milestone celebrations abound for skiing and arts, and Aspen finishes the decade with one of the snowiest winters on record. The 2020s A new chapter for Aspen begins.
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Known for its world-class skiing, the Roaring Fork Valley hosts a plethora of outdoor adventure spots that go beyond snow and well into summer and fall. We’ve scouted out some of our local favorite finds that take you out of town and off the grid.
With four mountains, there are plenty of options for everyone around here. From family favorites to expert-only terrain, your downhill day is covered (and not just in snow).
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ASPEN MOUNTAIN has no easy runs but features plenty of blue trails for the newly minted intermediate skier or above. Towering over Aspen and steps from town, this legendary mountain is affectionately known as Ajax and is where Aspen’s ski status began. ASPEN HIGHLANDS is a local favorite and for good reason. Home to the classic Highland Bowl and relatively uncrowded, this is where you earn your turns. After a hike to the top of the bowl, or more if you’re ambitious, head to Cloud Nine and pop open that well deserved bottle of bubbly. SNOWMASS MOUNTAIN boasts more than 3,000 skiable acres and a run that is just over five miles long — appropriately named Longshot and worth the mini hike. Family friendly and with a winter coaster, this mountain recently celebrated 50 years and features the all-new Snowmass Base Village. BUTTERMILK is beloved by beginners and home to the Winter X Games, giving this mountain multiple personalities that fit a number of skiers and riders. Easygoing and an uphill favorite, it is also home to parks and pipes for freeskiers and snowboarders looking to elevate their experience. UPHILL SKIING is available at all four mountains with designated routes and top of the mountain views that will take your breath away (if the uphill journey didn’t). Check on each mountain’s policy and know before you go. CROSS COUNTRY SKIING is readily available in Basalt, Snowmass, and Aspen with the Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trail System. More than 50 miles of trails are available for free use, with several that are dog friendly. Many trails are also great for snowshoeing, including the Aspen Golf Course and the North Star Nature Preserve.
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Get ready to lace up and hit the trails, because yes, those boots were made for walking. With miles of options, here are a few of the most popular hikes in each locale. ASPEN Maroon Lake Scenic Trail (easy) Hunter Creek Trail (easy – moderate) Smuggler Mountain Trail (easy – moderate) Ute Trail (difficult)
CARBONDALE Mushroom Rock (moderate) Avalanche Creek Trail (moderate) Thomas Lakes Trail (moderate) Mount Sopris Trail (difficult)
SNOWMASS Brush Creek Trail (easy) Rabbit Run (easy) Rim Trail to Spiral Point (easy) Vista Trail (moderate)
GLENWOOD SPRINGS Atkinson Canal Trail (easy) Scout Trail (moderate) Red Mountain Trail (difficult) Grizzly Creek Trail (difficult)
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If starting in Aspen, it’s very possible it is all downhill from here, depending upon which direction you head. RIO GRANDE TRAIL follows the old railway line that first arrived in Aspen in the late 1800s. The 42 miles of continuous trail from Aspen to Glenwood Springs is frequented by cyclists, pedestrians, and horses, but cruising by bike is the best way to get the most miles in on this scenic rail to trail experience. MAROON CREEK ROAD and CASTLE CREEK ROAD offer up road bike options that reward you with epic mountain views and a little downhill love on the way home. SNOWMASS BIKE PARK caters to levels of riders from beginner to expert with downhill mountain bike trails that meander through meadows and forests. PRINCE CREEK TRAILS in Carbondale features a network of dirt trails that can provide easy to medium riding with wildflowers as a backdrop.
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GLENWOOD CANYON TRAIL travels through the canyon and alongside the river for a relatively flat, paved ride that is certainly scenic.
From rivers to sit by to waters to float on, the valley is full of water features that are free and refreshingly cool come summertime. RUEDI RESERVOIR is 15 miles upstream from Basalt, home to the charming Aspen Yacht Club, and a great place to camp, fish, or frolic. FRYING PAN RIVER has miles of Gold Medal shoreline with public access points for fly fishing. ROARING FORK RIVER features public access points for both floating and boating, the best way to take in a fishing trip through the heart of the valley. NORTH STAR NATURE PRESERVE is a wildlife corridor that you can float through via canoe, tube, kayak, or paddleboard, starting at the south gate.
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