Rachel & Justin
Things To Do
Hiking
We would be overjoyed to show you some of our favorite hikes around Aspen. Consider checking out the Ute trail (part or all the way up Aspen mountain), Hunter Creek, Cathedral Lake or American Lake. A fun, easier option is to take the gondola to the top of Aspen Mountain and enjoy the view / hike around at the top, then download back into town on the gondola. The Maroon Bells are a must see - this requires a parks fee to access the maroon bells wilderness, but is stunning and worth the hassle. An easy hike from maroon lake is heading up to crater lake.
Biking
Biking around the Roaring Fork Valley is a great way to explore the area! For adventurous riders or if you rent an e-bike, we suggest biking up to the maroon bells (free access to bike riders) or Ashcroft. Another fun bike ride is along the Rio Grande trail, which stretches from Glenwood to Aspen.
Rafting
Rafting is always a fun activity when visiting the mountains. We recommend Blazing Adventures, but there are several rafting outfitters that all do a great job!
Eating
Some of our favorite eats are: - Big wrap - casual lunch spot with wraps, salads and smoothies - Mawa's kitchen - healthy options, by the airport - Meat and cheese - great dinner or lunch option right in town with sandwiches, soups, salads, etc. - Kenichi - our favorite sushi restaurant - White House Tavern - upscale American cuisine with great burgers, salads, sandwiches, etc. - Aspen Brewing Company - local brewery - Mi Chola - modern Mexican - JUS - breakfast and lunch spot serving smoothies, salads, wraps - Pyramid Bistro - healthy option located upstairs in Explore Bookstore - Clark's - raw bar and seafood (also has a great burger and cocktails!) - Aspen Public House - modern gastropub located in the Wheeler Opera House with a great patio - Mezzaluna - Italian fare with a great patio and happy hour menu - CP burger - casual counter-serve burger eatery - Woody Creek Tavern: Hunter S. Thompson's old watering hole! - Paradise bakery - ice cream and cookies in the center of town