Aspen Ski Resort Guide
Aspen, United States
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Highest Lift | 3,490m |
| Resort Height | 2,420m |
| Nearest Airports | Aspen and Vail/Eagle |
Aspen
Aspen is a premier ski destination known for its diverse terrain and vibrant atmosphere. With four mountains and a charming town, it offers something for everyone.
Summary
Aspen features four distinct ski areas: Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass, catering to all skill levels. The resort boasts a total of 5,527 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 4,406 feet.
The ski area of Aspen is in the American Rockies at an altitude of 2,420m.
Aspen has direct access to 200 marked pistes, served by a total of 8 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 2,420m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,490m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Go-Go Gully, Highland Bowl'.
Snow and Weather
Aspen enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average of 300 inches annually and snow depths typically ranging from 50 to 80 inches. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Aspen?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Aspen.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Aspen Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 23 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 26 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 27 | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 80km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 8 | |
Aspen Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 3,490m |
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| Resort Altitude (Aspen) | 2,420m |
| Lowest Piste | 2,380m |
| Max Vertical | 1,110m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Aspen Mountain (Ajax) is famous for its steep runs, while Snowmass offers the largest area with varied terrain, including the renowned Big Burn and the Cirque. Buttermilk is well-suited for beginners, featuring the gentle runs of the Lower Tiehack, and Aspen Highlands provides advanced skiers access to the Highland Bowl. Key lifts include the Silver Queen Gondola and the Elk Camp Gondola, enhancing access across the resort.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts will find excellent options at Aspen, particularly at Buttermilk, which features the well-regarded terrain park, the X Games venue. The parks offer diverse features suitable for all skill levels.
Location and Map
Where is Aspen?
This ski resort is in the American Rockies in Sweet Grass, Colorado.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Aspen is Aspen, 8 minutes drive away.
Vail/Eagle, Grand Junction, Salt Lake City and Montrose airports are all within three hours drive.
Aspen is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Aspen is accessible via Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, with direct flights from major cities. Travelers can also reach the resort by driving from Denver, which is approximately a 3.5-hour scenic drive through the Rockies.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The eight ski lifts are able to uplift 24,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 490 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Aspen open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Aspen
Mentions in recent J2Ski News Items and Snow Reports from our users...
Aprés Ski
Aspen's après-ski scene is vibrant, with popular spots like the Ajax Tavern for casual dining and the Belly Up nightclub for live music. Other notable mentions include the historic Hotel Jerome's bar and the lively atmosphere at the Red Onion.
