Snowmass Vacation Guide

July is the warmest month in Snowmass, with average high temperatures of 79°F. Summer offers plenty of sunny days to spend outdoors, but showers and rainstorms do pass through from time to time.

Rafting and Kayaking

Enjoy a lazy float along the Fryingpan River, or brave more challenging rapids in a raft. Explore one or both of these local rivers on your own in a kayak, or schedule a guided kayaking tour.

Disc Golf

From mid-June through Labor Day, bring the whole family to play a round of disc golf. Snowmass Village has two 18-hole courses that offer views of the mountains.

Hiking

Snowmass Village has 24 hiking trails to explore on warm summer days. From beginner trails to trails for more advanced hikers, you can take in scenic views of White River National Forest.

Arts and Culture

From the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet to Anderson Ranch Arts Center and Theatre Aspen, the Snowmass area offers several artistic and cultural attractions.

Snowmass Bike Park Nights

Take the Elk Camp Chairlift to ride the trails throughout Snowmass Bike Park until dusk on Tuesdays in July and August. Go mountain biking along more than 50 miles of cross-country ski trails before enjoying delicious, locally grown food at Farm to Table Tuesdays.

Farm to Table Tuesdays

Dine on locally-sourced foods at Farm to Table Tuesdays at Elk Camp every Tuesday in July and August from 5:30 to 9 PM. The event includes complimentary service on the Elk Camp Gondola, live music, outdoor family activities, and magnificent views.

Summer Music Series

On Saturdays and Thursdays from June through September, families can enjoy free concerts under the mountain sky at the Fanny Hill outdoor amphitheater.

Day Camp for Kids and Teens

Camp Aspen Snowmass provides a full day of activities Monday through Friday, organized by age group. Located at the Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center at Snowmass Base Village, this summer day camp makes it easy for parents to enjoy couples’ time while the kids pack in a full day of fun. The program caters to toddlers to teens.

Forests and Flowers

Summer’s mild temperatures offer the best time to explore alpine forests and wildflower meadows throughout the Snowmass area.

Family Nights at the Rec Center

Snowmass Village Recreation Center offers family nights on Fridays during June, July, and August. Go swimming, play basketball, and enjoy the facility’s other amenities.

Give yourself a day or two to get used to the altitude if you plan to do some hiking.

Be sure to bring along sunscreen and a hat to protect against the sun.

Fall temperatures in Snowmass start out in the mid to upper 50s in September and fall to the mid-30s in November. September is the warmest fall month with average high temperatures of 69°F. Early fall offers lots of sunshine, while late fall provides snow for skiing.

Horseback Riding

Ride along more than 23 miles of equestrian trails that wind through meadows filled with wildflowers and aspen woodlands. Take a guided horseback tour for an hour or book an overnight trip.

Hot Air Ballooning

Head up 2,500 feet in the air for an exciting view of the Snowmass area. Take a sunrise balloon ride to see breathtaking views of fall foliage and glimpses of elk and other wildlife.

Snowmass Balloon Festival

In early September, enjoy free music, a dazzling light show filled with balloons, and tons of kids’ activities at the Snowmass Balloon Festival. The festival typically lasts for three days, and all events are free.

Snowmass Wine Festival

A four-course wine dinner and an acclaimed wine tasting event are the highlights of the Snowmass Wine Festival, hosted every September by the Rotary Club of Snowmass Village.

Vintage Car Festival

Mid-September is the time for the Motoring Classic car festival, featuring vintage BMW, Ferrari, Audi, and Porsche cars on view at Town Park in Snowmass Village.

Autumn Sightseeing

Take guided sightseeing tours via bus, jeep, or horse to see vivid fall foliage in the Maroon Bells and Independence Pass.

Brisk Fall Hikes

Fall’s crisp air is the ideal setting for enjoying long family hikes with thermoses full of hot cider.

Music in the Mountains

Jazz Aspen Snowmass hosts the Labor Day Experience over Labor Day weekend with three days of rock, jazz, soul, and country music at multiple venues in Snowmass.

Give yourself a day or two to get used to the altitude if you plan to do some hiking.

Be sure to bring along sunscreen and a hat to protect against the sun.

Average winter temperatures that range from the low 20s to the low 30s in Snowmass make for good ski conditions throughout the season. Average low temperatures typically hit the teens and single digits, providing a good excuse to relax by the fireplace in your Snowmass vacation home.

Skiing Every Day

A Snowmass ski vacation gives you perfect conditions to hit the slopes on a daily basis. Enjoy alpine, uphill, or cross country skiing on trails designed for beginners, intermediate skiers, or advanced skiers.

Gondola Rides

Get a bird’s-eye view of Snowmass on the Elk Camp Gondola, which runs from late November through mid-April. At the top, dine at Elk Camp Restaurant or go snowshoeing in the recreation area.

Snowmobile Tours

Explore the Maroon Bells and other backcountry areas of Aspen Snowmass on a guided snowmobile tour. These two- to four-hour tours give you plenty of time to see spectacular mountain views.

Ice Skating

The Snowmass Rodeo Grounds offer free ice-skating at an outdoor rink. Rent a pair of skates and meet some locals while working on your skating skills.

Sing-along and S’mores by the Fire

Head to the Westin Resort Fire Pit on Monday or Friday afternoons from late December through mid-April for this family-friendly event. Kids can snack on s’mores and sing their favorite songs.

Light Up the Night

This holiday event usually takes place in early December at Snowmass Chapel. During this event, dozens of Christmas trees are lit up while kids drink cocoa and visit Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Holiday Fun

December is filled with festive events for the whole family, including Letters to Santa, holiday caroling, and an ornament workshop at Ice Age Discovery Center.

Winter Sports

Aspen is more than a world-class ski destination. Aspen has a thriving year-round arts scene and top-ranked restaurants and shopping.

Kids’ Crafts

Spend time indoors making arts and crafts at Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center at Snowmass Base Village. Kids can get creative on Tuesdays and Thursdays from late December through mid-April.

Give yourself a day or two to get used to the altitude if you plan to do some hiking.

Be sure to bring along sunscreen and a hat to protect against the sun.

During spring, Snowmass average high temperatures range from the mid-40s to the low 60s. Snowfalls in March offer prime skiing conditions, while milder weather in May provides excellent opportunities to explore hiking trails.

Spring Skiing

Warmer weather, less waiting for ski lifts, and fewer people on the slopes make Snowmass skiing even more delightful in the spring.

Fly Fishing

Fly fishing is a year-round activity in the Roaring Fork Valley, but spring offers some of best times to catch the largest trout in the Fryingpan and Roaring Fork rivers. Both have been designated Gold Medal waters by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission. These are waters that have at least twelve 14-inch or larger trout per acre.

Golfing

Snowmass Club features an 18-hole traditional Irish links golf course that winds its way through mountainous terrain among streams.

Snowmass Spring Fling

Snowmass celebrates the end of the season at this mid-April beach-themed festival held on Snowmass Mountain and around Snowmass Village, complete with a live music, shopping discounts, and swimsuit downhill skiing.

Slopes and Links

During a spring vacation, you can hit the slopes for late-season skiing and tee off on the links for some early golfing.

Stargazing

Aspen Center for Environmental Studies hosts Winter Astronomy Nights with ACES once a month through May with a mini-astronomy lesson and stargazing session.

More Relaxation Time

The spring season in Snowmass brings fewer crowds for maximum enjoyment on the slopes, restaurants, and shops.

Give yourself a day or two to get used to the altitude if you plan to do some hiking.

Be sure to bring along sunscreen and a hat to protect against the sun.