Alternative Winter Activities

Aspen Snowmass Nordic Centers The Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trail System offers trail users over 90 kilometers of free cross country ski and snowshoe trails, connecting the communities of Aspen, Snowmass and Basalt.  With two world class cross-country ski centers, the Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trail System offers a combination of both varied, entertaining ski trails and wonderful vistas.  For more information on ski trail conditions or to contact the cross-country ski centers, call the Nordic Hotline at (970) 429-2039.
Aspen Recreation CenterThe Aspen Recreation Center, also known as the “ARC”, provides a variety of recreational opportunities for people of all ages. Try rock climbing for the first time, join a pick-up game of hockey, or kick back and float for hours in pool.

Enjoy our state-of-the-art fitness center featuring an aerobic studio, media-enhanced Cardio room with elliptical trainers, treadmills, several types of stationary bikes, as well as stair climbers, a rowing machine, and a television on each machine so you can enjoy your favorite shows while you work out. The weight room includes a number of different resistance machines for weight training. (970)544-4100
Snowmass Recreation CenterOperated by the Town of Snowmass Village, you will find a state of the art fitness facility, fitness classes, aquatics, a climbing wall, personal training and yoga. (970)922-2240
Aspen Ice Skating Facilities

The Aspen Ice Garden was renovated in 2001 to improve the overall appearance and function of the arena. The Ice Garden has a single surface (85' x 185') that has been referred to by many figure and hockey skaters alike as one of the best-maintained surfaces in the region. (970)429-1728

 The Lewis Ice Arena - located at The ARC was completed in the Spring of 2003 and includes an NHL regulation-size ice surface (85' x 200'), grandstand seating for 450, and a comfortable lobby. A skate shop offers precision sharpening and skate rentals. There are multiple team locker and shower rooms equipped for full ADA accessibility. (970)544-4118
The Wheeler Opera House
Catch an Oscar-winning film screening, see live theatre in the park, or check out international musical acts! Aspen's performing arts scene offers something for everyone! (970)920-5770
Shopping and Galleries
Let our concierge put together a memorable day or afternoon shopping, site seeing, enjoying a massage or beauty enhancements. Let us know your pleasure and we can design a day you will enjoy!