Snowmass Mountain

In summer the ski trails of Snowmass Mountain becomes a paradise of outdoor activities. Trails for hiking, biking, and guided horseback rides cover the mountain and extend all the way around Snowmass Village, to Aspen, and in to the surrounding National Forest and Wilderness Area. Ski lift rides, disc golf, fishing, four-wheel-drive tours, sunset dinners, mountain boarding, and more are available on the mountain. At the base area, Fanny Hill hosts a free concert every Thursday throughout the summer. Check out all these opportunities in more detail below. 4-Wheel Drive Tours & Sunset Dinners An evening of Colorado mountain fun, beginning with a four- wheel drive tour into the high country and finishing with a full course, hearty dinner in one of the Aspen area's most scenic settings. Traverse the mountain to the secluded and historic Burlingame log cabin, nestled in the front yard of the majestic Mt. Daly and miles from nowhere. Geology, history and wildlife will be discussed and observed along the way. Here the food and fun begins with group and individual activities; you can toss horseshoes, swing in the tree swing, play Frisbee, or take an unforgettable half-mile hike to the spectacular Mt. Daly overlook. A full course country-style dinner will be served. (To accommodate our groups, we can change the menu upon request.) As the sun begins to set behind Mt. Daly and the glow of the campfire lights up the surrounding woods, you will be entertained by the sounds of live music. The stars above and the glittering lights of the town below highlight the return trip. This trip is a great opportunity to relax at the end of the day. The cabin setting is small and intimate, taking you back to the frontier days of early Colorado. Don't leave the Roaring Fork Valley without REALLY experiencing the great outdoors. You can save when you book this activity with lodging on our “Activity Packages” page! Bungee Trampoline From the world of extreme sports comes this hybrid of the trampoline! Using multiple bungee cords, the traditional trampoline is superboosted to give a gravity-defying ride giving all the adrenaline of bungee jumping but none of the risks. Jumpers are able to reach heights that would be impossible using a traditional trampoline alone. Jumpers are secured and safe in their adjustable harness and they are free to experiment with acrobatic movements or to simply jump as high as they can. The rapid rate at which confidence skyrockets after your first double somersault creates a contagious buzz between both participants and spectators. The cost of each two-minute jump is $5.00. The Bungee Trampoline is located at Spider Sabich at the top of the Burlingame Lift. It is open from 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. daily! Purchase your tickets at Snowmass Mountain Outfitters or on site. Please contact Joey Womtemath for more info. Chairlift Rides During the summer of 2005 the Burlingame Lift operated for free. Enjoy breathtaking views of Snowmass and the surrounding valley. Bicycles may be taken on the lift at no additional charge. Take the chairlift up and hike or bike back down. The lift was open daily from June 21st to September 1st from 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the Ticket Pavilion at the Fanny Hill end of the Snowmass Village Mall. For more information, call 970-923-8647. Due to the ongoing upgrade of mountain lifts and facilities, the schedule for summer 2006 has not yet been set. Climbing Wall Test your mountain climbing skills in a safe environment on our 25-foot climbing wall. All climbers are harnessed and supervised. When: Daily Where: At the on-mountain activity area Time: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Age: 5 years and up Cost: $5.00 for two climbs. $20 for ten climbs. $100 for unlimited climbs season pass. Purchase tickets at the climbing wall. Disc Golf Try your hand at this unique sport! Our 18- hole disc (Frisbee®) golf course meanders from the top of the Burlingame Lift down to the Snowmass Village Mall. There is a $5.00 deposit per disc; the scorecards are FREE. Pick them up at Snowmass Mountain Outfitters on the Snowmass Village Mall. FREE Summer Concert Series The Snowmass Summer of Free Music Series is one of the most popular events in the valley. Every Thursday evening thousands of locals and visitors gather at the base of Fanny Hill to hear free open-air concerts featuring some of the best rock, R&B, soul, and Latin music in the country. See our Calendar of Events for specific dates and acts. Hiking There is no better place to experience Colorado hiking than on Snowmass Mountain. Try a short hike on the Ditch Trail for an amazing view of the Snowmass Creek Valley or continue on into the scenic Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness Area. Government Trail traverses Snowmass Mountain from the end of the Ditch Trail and connects to Aspen via the Tiehack area of Buttermilk. Cross Mountain Trail links the Uhlrhof Restaurant area and Elk Camp/East Government area. On the north side of Snowmass Village, the Rim Trail offers panoramic views of Mt. Daly, Capital Peak, Mt. Sopris, and the Snowmass Ski Area. Look for Snowmass Village hiking maps in our lobbies or at the concierge desk, or contact the Snowmass Village Parks and Trails Division, 970-923-5110, or White River National Forest, who can provide maps and information on recreation, hiking, and other activities for the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest. Email: whiteriverso/ r2_whiteriver@fs.fed.us Website: www.fs.fed.us/r2/whiteriver Address: 900 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, CO Phone: (970) 945-2521 Fax: (970) 945-3266 Contact: Bridget Eisfeldt Horseback Riding Guided rides, trails, day, and multiple-day rides. Kids' Gold Panning Adventures Send your kids on a prospecting adventure with Old George Steele, the famous local miner. The kids ride the chairlift to mid-mountain and then hike our secret trail to the lost Buckskin Mine. They will learn how to pan for gold, learn some local history and enjoy a prospector's snack. All kids will strike gold and have a chance to exchange it for supplies at the Assay office. Trips are two hours and the cost is $30.00 per child. Gold Panning Adventures are for children age four to twelve. Trips run Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Reservations are required. Mountain Biking Some of the best riding in the country is right here outside our doors. From the world-famous Government Trail to local favorite Rim Trail, there is something for everyone. Even if you don’t want to earn your fun, the lifts carry bikes, so you can ascend in ease and then enjoy traverses and downhills on the mountain. There are so many trails on Snowmass Mountain they don’t even all have official names. Popular routes include Cross Mountain, Luge, Village Bound, and there is even a new free-riding course below the top of Burlingame Lift. Bikes can be rented from several shops on the Village Mall, including Snowmass Sports, Aspen Sports, and Gene Taylor’s Sporting Goods. Mountain Boarding he hottest new mountain sport combines snowboarding and skateboarding. Rentals available in at Snowmass Sports, 923-3567. Mountain Orientation Tour Enjoy a two-hour guided walk along the Snowmass Nature Trail. Join a naturalist from the aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) who will share tips on wildflowers, animal tracks, and birds. When: Monday-Saturday Where: Meet at the Ticket Pavilion at the end of the Snowmass Village Mall Time: 10:00 a.m. Age: For all ages Cost: FREE On-Mountain Nature Walks and Hikes Join a naturalist from ACES for a beautiful walk or more challenging hike and enjoy fascinating views of Snowmass Village and surrounding areas. Averaging between 2 and 3 hours, it is fun for all ages and FREE. Weather can change rapidly; please dress appropriately. Hikes tend to be more strenuous. Walk: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Hike: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Where: Meet at the Ticket Pavilion at the end of the Snowmass Village Mall Time: 1:00 p.m. Age: For all ages Cost: FREE (must purchase a lift ticket for afternoon tour) Note: Weather changes rapidly. Please dress appropriately. Let our concierge help you with activity reservations! Call 970 -923-8254 or send an e-mail to concierge@silvertreehotel.com.