Start the day with a bike ride up the Colorado River on the paved bike path. You will notice that the canyon feels like a precursor to the Grand Canyon located nearly 500 miles downstream.
As an alternative to cycling, hikers should visit Hanging Lake, a mysterious, emerald-hued natural wonder located high in the bluffs.
Melt any muscle aches away in the world’s largest hot-springs pool. Mineral-rich waters between 90 and 93 degrees, a kiddie pool, water slides and mini golf add an element of playfulness.
Renowned as a haven for celebrities, skiers and culture vultures, Aspen manages to maintain a character that is 100 percent Colorado. Survey the stores that the town is famous for.
Spend the afternoon savoring the scenery of the upper Roaring Fork River Valley. Take a gondola ride to the top of Aspen Mountain for breathtaking 360-degree views.
Play disc golf or mountain bike on more than 40 miles of trails in the adjacent ski resort town of Snowmass Village.
Montagna’s menu is created around whatever local produce is in season and ingredients that come from the restaurant’s farm in the nearby town of Paonia.
The always-free museum presents a cutting-edge and thought-provoking lineup of contemporary art exhibitions each year.
