Weekends - Keep and eye out on our events page for all the exciting events making their way back to Snowmass. Snowmass is the perfect destination wedding location for many reasons. Wedding planner EKS Events Wedding planner EKS Events works to find the perfect locations for their clients and many brides and grooms choose Snowmass to host their perfect day.
Here are a few reasons:. No matter where you stand in Snowmass, there are truly endless views offered in all No matter where you stand in Snowmass, there are truly endless views offered in all directions. Here, we've detailed the 5 most iconic views in Snowmass that you can't leave without seeing.
The views reveal themselves gradually as you ascend the switchbacking Rim Trail. Then, upon reaching the marble yin-yang platform at Spiral Point, the Elk Mountains spread themselves in front of you in all their glory.
Nearly degree views include Mount Daly with its distinct diagonal stripe, the pointed cap of 14,foot Capitol Peak, and a panorama of Snowmass Ski Area. Click here for more information about the Rim Trail. The lookout point, just one mile into the flat and easy Ditch Trail offers major rewards for minor effort.
Click here for more information about the Ditch Trail. Ringed by aspen trees and perched on a ridgeline, the nearly perfectly round lake below you is Ziegler Reservoir. Ziegler is the repository for thousands of perfectly preserved fossils of Ice Age animals, including mastodons and ancient camels, accidentally discovered by a bulldozer operator in Between Snowmass and Aspen, Owl Creek Road winds up and over rolling hills and through a massive pasture with many sights to see.
From the red barn, to the horses, elk and other animals that frequent the area, this is the picturesque western skyline you've been dreaming about. Snowmass is truly a giant outdoor playground, and during the summer months, a myriad of hiking Snowmass is truly a giant outdoor playground, and during the summer months, a myriad of hiking options are all out your front and back doors.
With endless amounts of trails to choose from, here are a few ways to narrow down your choice of Snowmass hikes for the day:. Start your day right with a gradual climb up Rim Trail South to the summit where you will find degree views and a granite Ying-Yang Check out Aspen Sojourner's dedicated article on the Yin-Yang here.
Then hike about. Hike amongst Aspen groves until you reach the Campground Connector Trail which takes you back down to the Ditch Trail and retrace your steps back to the parking lot. Ascend the scenic Viewline trail and take in expansive views of Snowmass Village that can be enjoyed the entire way up and down. Once you reach the top of the Viewline trail, enjoy the sunset and continue along to the Skyline Ridge trail for a longer hike or simply turn around and see the views from a different perspective.
Park at Town Park known as the Rodeo lot to access the Viewline trailhead. This hike is very gradual and offers lots of excitement to keep the little ones entertained, including a nice flowing stream for rock throwing and large beaver dams for viewing.
For a longer hike, continue along to the Sleigh Ride Trail down towards Fanny Hill back to the Snowmass Village Mall, or turn around and head back the way you came. Parking is free in the numbered lots. The Ditch Trail offers shade, water, and views for you and your pup. The Ditch Trail follows along an old irrigation ditch, which gives your pup the opportunity to take a drink whenever they get hot or tired.
Once you reach Snowmass Creek, you have the opportunity to continue on up the East Snowmass Trail or stop for a quick look at the rushing water, and then retrace your steps back to the Divide Parking Lot.
Make sure to take a minute about halfway through your hike to enjoy the breathtaking views of Mount Daly and Snowmass Creek, best viewed from the solo bench overhanging the valley. Depending on the time of year, you may also enjoy the sounds of a running waterfall flowing into the creek from this viewpoint. The hike does not allow bikers so you can enjoy the uphill challenge without worrying about downhill traffic. A hat, sunscreen, rain jacket, snacks, plenty of water and a map. If you are going alone, ensure that someone else knows where you are going and when you are coming back!
Going out for dinner means something special in Snowmass, where you can travel by snowshoe, ski, Going out for dinner means something special in Snowmass, where you can travel by snowshoe, ski, gondola, snowcat or dogsled, over breathtakingly luminous snow, and find yourself in the warm embrace of great food and great company.
Here, we'll walk you through the options mentioned above, so that you can choose the option that suits you and the rest of your crew the best. At 4pm each day, Krabloonik offers twilight tours, typically lasting over an hour long depending on snow conditions. The sleds are pulled by Alaskan Huskies with up to two others bundled up in the sled two adults, one child max.
Halfway through, the musher will stop and make a campfire for you to spend some time eating and petting the dogs while they have a short break. Once you're finished, head into the Krabloonik is renowned for its exquisitely-prepared wild game and fresh seafood, and also offer a wide selection of entrees, giving you that quintessential Colorado experience. Every Friday night of the winter season and several bonus Tuesdays, head up the gondola to Elk Camp.
Travel up the ski area after the lifts close for an exquisite Western mountain dinner. A snowcat will whisk you to and from the quaint cabin as you enjoy a quieter side of the mountain.
At the cabin, the Executive Chef will serve four courses of New American cuisine while live music by local guitarist Rich Ganson entertains you throughout the evening. Choosing where to take your children on a ski vacation can be difficult. Show password. Home Zip Code. How did you hear about us? Member First Name. Member Last Name. Thank you for creating an account. A member of our team will be reaching out to you with more information about joining Inspirato. You now have access to view rates and availability for our homes and hotel partners.
Call View Inspirato Destinations. From the airport get on I West, drive for miles, until you get to Glenwood Springs at exit Take Hwy. Snowmass can be reached via beautiful drives any time of the year but in the winter, Independence Pass is closed — meaning Snowmass is only accessible via one driving route option from I West to Hwy.
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