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Independence Pass
Ollie #1 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic Drives; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Lookouts
Distance  5.6 km from city centre
Maroon Bells
Ollie #2 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
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Maroon Lake Scenic Trail
Ollie #3 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  8.8 km from city centre
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Wheeler Opera House
Ollie #4 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Operas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Aspen Mountain / Ajax
Ollie #5 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Known as "the athlete's mountain," expert skiers flock to its challenging slopes.
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas; Mountains
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Crater Lake Trail
Ollie #6 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
This easy, one-day hike from Maroon Lake is a great outing for the entire family.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Bodies of Water
Distance  8.1 km from city centre
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Buttermilk Mountain
Ollie #7 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Buttermilk is one of the best places in Aspen to learn to ski, brush up on your skills or just relax and take in the stunning scenery.
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas; Mountains
Distance  5.1 km from city centre
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Aspen Brewing Company
Ollie #8 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Breweries
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
Ollie #9 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: The Hallam Lake Nature Preserve, a wild place in the heart of Aspen, features an Environmental Learning Center, resident birds of prey, an indoor...... more » Owner description: The Hallam Lake Nature Preserve, a wild place in the heart of Aspen, features an Environmental Learning Center, resident birds of prey, an indoor trout stream, a nature trail loop, bird watching, a naturalist on site, and programs all year round. Free to visit! « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Silver Queen Gondola
Ollie #10 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
For great views of the surrounding area, hop aboard this popular gondola that takes 18 minutes to get to the top of Aspen Mountain.
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
Cathedral Lake Trail
Ollie #11 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
This excellent hiking area outside Aspen is ideal for beginners and those who enjoy easier trails.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Forests
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Grottos Trail
Ollie #12 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  8.5 km from city centre
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Aspen Highlands
Ollie #13 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews

Aspen Highlands is the ski resort with the most expert terrain in the Aspen/Snowmass area - a lot of black diamonds - and a favorite of the locals. Parking is nearby and if you... more »

Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
West Maroon Trail
Ollie #14 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
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Ashcroft Ghost Town
Ollie #15 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Once a prosperous silver mining town, the silver disappeared, the people moved out and the ghosts moved in. Twelve empty buildings stand as an eerie...... more » Owner description: Once a prosperous silver mining town, the silver disappeared, the people moved out and the ghosts moved in. Twelve empty buildings stand as an eerie reminder of the community that was. « less
Attraction type  Ghost Towns
Distance  9.0 km from city centre
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Rio Grande Trail
Ollie #16 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Biking Trails
Distance  8.7 km from city centre
Snowmass Golf Course
Ollie #17 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
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Aspen Club & Spa
Ollie #18 of 61 attractions in Aspen
3.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews

Heard great things. Here is an article that at least touches on this spa and some of its amenities: http://daily.chic... more »

Attraction type  Spas; Health Clubs
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
T Lazy 7 Guest & Horse Ranch
Ollie #19 of 61 attractions in Aspen
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Ranch where you can rent horses.
Attraction type  Ranches; Horseback Riding Stables
Linkins Lake Trail
Ollie #20 of 61 attractions in Aspen
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
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