Snowmass, Aspen Information

Summer Activities

Although the Aspen/Snowmass area is most famous for its skiing, the summer offers an array of exciting outdoor activities from a relaxing hiking trip or bike ride through the gorgeous scenery to paragliding through the mountaintops. Below is a list of some of the activities offered during the summer. This is by no means is this a complete list, but it does offer some ideas on area activities as well as a few companies that offer a variety of guided tours and activities.

Summer Recreation
For an overview of summer activities, visit the Snowmass/Aspen website below.
http://www.aspensnowmass.com/summer_rec/default.cfm

Aspen Musical Festival
Every summer Aspen celebrates the season with their renowned music festival set in the awe-inspiring majesty of the Colorado Rockies. The nine-week Aspen Music Festival presents more than 350 events - including orchestral concerts, chamber music, opera, contemporary music, master classes, lectures, and kids' programs. Many events are free, and other tickets range up to $80. Lawn seating is always free. For more information about the festival, go to http://www.aspenmusicfestival.com/index.cfm?&swf_plugin=0,9,0

Kids Activities
Check out the camps and educational opportunities that Aspen/Snowmass has to offer in the summer! There is something for adults and kids of all ages.
http://www.aspensnowmass.com/camps/summerdefault.cfm

Snowmass Recreation Center
Whether you are in town for a day or are a year-round resident, we welcome you to the Town of Snowmass Village's recreation center. Our 9,000 square foot, first-class complex boasts a wide variety of activities for all ages and interests. The Recreation Center offers a complete selection of fitness equipment for you and your family to enjoy daily, weekly, monthly or annually. We have one of the best outdoor pools in the valley, a state of the art work out and fitness room complete with about every piece of weight equipment imaginable. And now a gym, climbing facility, and group exercise room.   All of this in one of the most beautiful spots around. Come out and enjoy!! 
http://www.snowmassrecreation.com/

Snowmass 4 U
Offers a great listing of summer tour companies, guides, equipment rental, arts and cultural centers, and much more.
http://www.snowmass4u.com/Snowmass_Summer_Activities.html

Above It All Balloon Company
Whether as an incredible family adventure, a magical romantic escapade, or to highlight a special occasion; ballooning the Rockies with Above It All Balloon Company is a truly unique and unforgettable experience that will complete any mountain getaway.
http://www.aboveitallballoon.com/

Aspen Expeditions
Aspen Expeditions is Aspen, Colorado's mountain guide service and worldwide adventure travel tour company, offering both Aspen-based trips & tours and worldwide mountain travel adventures with an elevated philosophy. Join us on a climbing, trekking or skiing adventure tour through the world's most spectacular mountain ranges.
http://www.aspenexpeditions.com/

Aspen Fly Fishing
Guided flyfishing and shooting in the Roaring Fork Valley.
http://www.aspenflyfishing.com/

Aspen Golf and Tennis
Both tennis and golf are readily available in the Aspen/Snowmass area. For more information on both public and private golf courses as well as a the numerous tennis courts available in the area, visit the website below.
http://aspensnowmass.com/summer_rec/golf.cfm?var=1&hasFlash=1

Aspen White Water Rafting
Nobody does whitewater river rafting in Aspen and Snowmass better than Aspen Whitewater Rafting. We are a small company with only twenty guides, all of whom are certified Colorado guides, trip leaders, and are certified in first aid and CPR. Collectively, we have over 75 years experience on the river.
http://www.aspenwhitewater.com/index.html

Blazing Adventures
Whether you are a family with small children or an adrenaline junkie, a group of 1 or a group of 100, looking for a quiet hike in the woods or blasting through a Class IV+ rapid, simply indulge your adventuresome side as you browse through the activities packed into this web page.
http://www.blazingadventures.com/

Colorado Riff Raft
Since 1979, we have brought the excitement of white water rafting not only to families and first time rafters, but also to veteran boaters looking for the ultimate in Class V thrills. If you plan on visiting Colorado this summer, please join us for the Adventure of a Lifetime!
http://www.riffraft.com/

T Lazy 7 Ranch
The T Lazy 7 Ranch is one of Aspen’s oldest working ranches and offers horseback riding trips through some of the most beautiful areas in the world. Experience spectacular views, mountain wildlife and a backcountry adventure on one of their guided trail rides! Choose from a variety of rides designed to please novices, experienced riders and families. Many include mouth-watering meals prepared by our wranglers over a roaring campfire.
http://www.tlazy7.com/

Unicorn Balloon Company
Our flights of fantasy take us above the graceful, yet rugged landscape of the Aspen and Snowmass area.  Enjoy a complimentary champagne and orange juice toast as you float effortlessly over the Roaring Fork Valley, a Unicorn Balloon exclusive.
http://www.unicornballoon.com/