The undisputed intermediate paradise of North America. Nearly half the mountain is blue, the runs are long and wide, and the slopes are far less crowded than comparable resorts.
Blue runs (5) tap a name to zoom in on map
High Alpine Chair
Starts near the summit of Snowmass at 12,510ft and winds for 5.3 miles through the Big Burn area and into the trees. It ends at the base of the Elk Camp Gondola — from there a free shuttle takes you back to the village.
5.3 miles long — Snowmass's crown jewel for intermediates. Winds through tranquil glades. Pack a snack and savour every turn.
Big Burn Chair
In the Big Burn area — Snowmass's wide-open mid-mountain. The Big Burn was cleared by a forest fire decades ago, which is why the terrain here is so open and treeless.
Sweeping views of the Roaring Fork Valley. Well-spaced glades with a gradual pitch.
High Alpine Chair
Just below the summit, starting above the treeline at around 12,000ft. On a clear day you can see the Elk Mountains in every direction. Drops into the tree glades of the upper mountain.
Starts above treeline, drops 2,000ft through glades. Big-mountain feel on a blue run — one of Colorado's finest.
Ajax Express
On Aspen Mountain (not Snowmass) — a short drive or free bus ride away. Ajax Express takes you from the base in downtown Aspen. Little Nell deposits you right back at the base of the gondola, steps from the restaurants.
Classic Aspen Mountain blue. Drops right into downtown Aspen. Finish with a beer outside at Ajax Tavern.
Ruthie's Chair
Also on Aspen Mountain, running parallel to Little Nell on the mountain's south face. Connects back to the base area and the town below.
Consistently groomed with classic Aspen views. A favourite for a midday lunch-lap.
The destination
Two towns, two vibes. Aspen is one of America's great mountain towns with world-class dining and genuine cultural life. Snowmass Village is calmer, family-oriented, and almost entirely ski-in/ski-out.
Luxury town · Arts & culture · Legendary après-ski
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