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Accessible Parking: Several ADA spaces are available in Aspen. Additionally, ADA permitted vehicles may park in any legal parking space free of charge with no time restrictions. Please have ADA parking permit in the window.

See our website » AspenRecreation.com

• Farm Collaborative at Cozy Point -- Our FarmPark at Cozy Point Ranch is managed as a public space for all to enjoy! Stop by for a Self Guided Tour daily, or contact eden@aspen-tree.org to organized a Personal Tour
• Aspen Library - https://pitcolib.org/news/calendar Story Time, Great Kids Library with hands on activities
• Red Brick Center for the Arts -- Preschool (Parent and Tot) Art Class Wednesdays free. https://www.redbrickaspen.com/kids-art-classes-in-aspen
• Aspen Center For Environmental Studies (owl, eagle, kid friendly activities) https://www.aspennature.org/

Aspen is located at 7,908 feet above sea level giving us a high alpine climate with low humidity & year-round sunshine. Read about The Effects of Altitude on Visitors page on the Aspen Valley Hospital website.

Adjusting to High Altitude: Water is the number one way to help your body adjust to our high and dry air. You need to drink twice the amount of water here as you would at home.

Monitor your alcohol consumption over your first few days. You will feel its affects faster than usual, so be aware & make sure to drink water as well.

Always dress in layers when you are in Colorado. The weather can change rapidly and you want to be prepared. Also, always remember sunscreen and sunglasses - you are closer to the sun at 7,908 feet above sea level!

If you are feeling extremely ill, call 911 for medical attention.

Trained service dogs are allowed inside Aspen Recreation Center, Lewis Ice Arena, Aspen Ice Garden, and Red Brick Center for patrons that need their assistance. No pets or other animals are permitted.

Dogs- Look under “Dogs” for trails and parks that allow dogs

Bears - go to bears

• Arrivals & Departures
• During Peak Season Arrive Early - Please allow plenty of time to get through security, especially during peak times with multiple flights departing near the same time. Wait times can be significant during these times. We recommend that you arrive 1½ - 2 Hours before your flight to check in, check your baggage, and pass through the Security Check Point.
• Long term and short term parking available
• https://aspenairport.com/

Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) is a non-profit environmental science education center with four sites in the Roaring Fork Valley. Great for Kids and adults.

Hallam Lake – 25 acre nature preserve in hear of Aspen featuring programs such as, Family Saturdays, Hawks, and Owls, Sunset Beaver Walks, Bird Watching and Yoga in Nature.

Rock Bottom Ranch (in Basalt) offering Farm tours at 11am daily - call for winter hours.

Free Hikes at the top of Aspen Mountain (must pay for gondola ride to get up there). Daily on the hour from 11 to 3pm. Meet outside the Silver Queen Gondola.

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www.AspenGolf.com
The Aspen Golf Course is 2 minutes from downtown Aspen. An exceptional public course. Book tee times online at www.AspenGolf.com

The Aspen Golf Simulator - open from December through March. Play golf in the winter on our indoor Simulator, open 6 days a week except Mondays. Choose from over 50 courses. Call for a reservation 970-429-1949 or book online at www.aspengolf.com.

Food and beverage service provided by Red Mountain Grill.

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• Aspen Art Museum
• Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (Hallam Lake)
• Aspen Historical Society, Mining Museum, Ghost Towns and Tours http://aspenhistory.org/
• The Farm Collective (formerly Aspen Tree) – Community Farmyard at the Cozy Point Ranch - camps, volunteer Sundays and visit the farm
• Gondola – See G – Gondola
• Maroon Bells – See M – Ticket office located at Highlands Ski Area - Closed in winter

Music

• Aspen Music Festival & School
• Belly Up
• Summer - Free Music on top of Aspen Mountain
• Free concerts in Snowmass on Thursday evenings.
• Jazz Aspen Snowmass / Jazz Cafe at the Little Nell
• Wheeler Opera House

Red Brick Center for the Arts – the Gallery features changing exhibitions throughout the year with artwork for sale at all price levels. The Gallery exhibits a range of mediums such as painting, photography, ceramic and sculpture by Colorado artists with the emphasis on Roaring Fork Valley artists. https://www.redbrickaspen.com/

All men's, women's and family pool restrooms at the ARC are equipped with a baby changing station.

• Yellow Brick Park
• Rio Grande Park
• Tot Lot Park

Drop-in adult Basketball is available during certain times of the year. .

If you encounter a bear out-and-about in town, please remember they are wild animals.

• Never approach or gather around bears, which can be considered harassment of wildlife
• Stay calm, don't run
• Back away slowly
• Avoid eye contact
• Never feed a bear
• Leave cubs alone
• Keep pets on leash
• Fight back if attacked

City of Aspen Be Bear Aware Information.

Additional tips from Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Bikes on RFTA Buses (only in the summer)

There is a fee for putting bikes on to bus rack in addition to the regular fare. All of RFTA’s valley buses have front-load racks. NO EBIKES on Bus Racks.

Bike loading hours - see RFTA site for Current Info

• NO bike loading during the Winter Season – Late November to Early April

There are two different kinds of bike racks on RFTA buses, racks that hold two bikes and racks that hold four bikes. They differ by the way the bikes rest on the arms. Bikes on the two capacity racks are lifted and placed into wheel slots. Bikes on the four capacity racks are hung from support arm of the rack that sticks out from the bus. It is a first-come, first-served system.

If the racks are full, you will need to lock up your bike at the stop, pedal to your destination, or wait for the next bus. Only people capable of loading and unloading their own bikes will be allowed to use the bike racks, unless accompanied by an adult who is capable of assisting. The driver is not in a position to assist.

RFTA Bus / Bike Information

Explore Book Sellers, 221 E Main Street, 970-925-5336

Carl’s Pharmacy – Magazine, Game books, sticker books, kids books (2nd Floor) 306 E Main St.

City Market & Clark's Supermarket both have magazines.

See Transportation (or RFTA.com)

Camping – Contact the US Forest Service.

• Forest Service Campground Camping Website
• Pitkin Outside Map
• Local Campgrounds: Difficult (just east of town), Weller & Lost Man (up Indy pass), Silver Bell (Near Maroon Bells)

Camps – see Day Camp under sports and activities.

AspenChamber.org has a list of summer camps in the valley.

Cell phones are not allowed to be used in the Locker Rooms of any of the Aspen Recreation Department Facilities.

For courtesy sakes, please do not use your cell phone while working out at our locations.

For Golf & Recreation Center Donations please email jojo.smith@aspen.gov with questions.

Climbing Tower @ the ARC

Come climb with us on our 32-foot climbing tower! All ages and ability levels are welcome! You can ring the bell at the top once or you can play with us all afternoon!

Our climbing tower is equipped with four auto belay devices that range in level of difficulty to suit all abilities. A friendly climbing attendant, climbing shoes, and a climbing harness are all included in the cost of daily admission.

Climbing Wall @ the Red Brick

3,100 square feet of climbing surface for all levels and abilities. We have top rope, lead and tons of bouldering routes as well as great training set ups including pull up bars, campus board, hang boards, systems board, TRX, weights, bombs and rock rings. We offer classes for kids and adults and do outdoor climbing too!

Go to www.aspennordic.com for trail maps, grooming reports, rules etc. There are over 90km over Nordic Trials between Aspen, Snowmass and Basalt. Trails are right outside our door at the Aspen Recreation Center.

The Aspen Nordic Center at the Aspen Golf Course has rental Nordic equipment, clothes/skis for sale and Nordic lessons -- can access that via website above.

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Go to Sports & Activities > Camp / Afterschool Programs

Summer Camp-Come play with the Aspen Recreation Department during summer break. All camps are state licensed programs designed for youth 5-10 years old (5 year old must be attending kindergarten). Days will be packed full of fun & educational activities such as swimming, skating, climbing, hiking, rafting and much more.

Full Day Fun Camp-Come play with the Aspen Recreation Department! Camp is a state licensed program designed for youth 5-10 years old (5 years old must be attending kindergarten) to come have fun with the Recreation Department staff on the days that they don’t have school. The days will be packed full of fun & educational activities.

Afterschool Club - Afterschool Club is a state-licensed program for youth 5-11yrs. Program will include homework help and lots of fun recreational activities. Camp

Red Brick Center for the Arts Camps learn more on the website.

Summer Camp - During the summer the Red Brick provides week-long day camps where children explore different themes each week through a variety of mediums such as papier-mâché, ceramics, mosaic, painting, collage and more! In addition to art making, campers will venture outside for a picnic and play in the park and enjoy weekly field trips to experience and see art in Aspen. See website for cost and ages.

Full Day Art Camp (on select days of the school year) elementary students age 5 1/2 - 10 years old. Campers explore a theme through a variety of mediums such as papier-mâché, ceramics, mosaic, painting, collage and more! Weather permitting campers may head outside for more art making, exploring and play. Be sure to pack a lunch, snacks and water bottle. Dress for mess, wear comfortable shoes and be ready for a most excellent day!

Afterschool Art Play at the Red Brick Center for the Arts Each week children explore a theme through a different medium such as collage, painting, papiermache, ceramics and more!

Service dogs trained to assist handlers with disabilities are welcome at the ARC (as outlined in ADA laws).

Aspen is a great place for dogs! By following the rules and obeying signage you will help keep Aspen a dog friendly town. Aspen’s dog friendly atmosphere is a delicate balance that depends on responsible dog ownership, including use of leashes and picking up after your pet. Use this as a reference to help you be on top of your game as a dog owner. Happy Tails!

As you travel about town, your pet must be leashed.

Ticketable Offenses: Dog at Large (Off Leash) | Uncollected Pet Waste

Areas for watchful off-leash play with your pet:

Rio Grande Park, Wagner Park, Smuggler Mountain Road, Marolt Open Space. (Roundabout pond encouraged for swimming dogs)

Dogs Strictly Prohibited

City of Aspen Golf Course, Cozy Point Ranch, North Star Open Space, Maroon Creek Wetlands

Leash Law Strictly Enforced:

Downtown (Including Ped. Mall) , Herron Park (Wading Pool Included), Hunter Creek Trail, Rio Grande Trail

Jennie Adair Wetlands, Marolt Wetlands (Near Housing), Playing Fields at School Campus and Aspen Recreation Center.

Questions or concerns, contact 970-920-5120

Downtowner Free door-to-door service within service area - downtown Aspen.

Winter service hours are from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Beginning on April 22nd, service hours will change to 11AM-11PM, through the Fall.
Electric vehicles with heaters and ski racks.How to Use: Download the Downtowner app to your android or apple device.

Use the app to review service area boundaries, request a ride and rate your driver.

Need assistance booking a ride? Call (877)230-6045.

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Commercial Operators may request waivers (Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA)) from the FAA to fly near or in an airport’s airspace. Applications can be made on the FAA website by following the link below. Local ATC personnel periodically review pending/disapproved requests and may approve them with additional restrictions. Remember, tower personnel are not allowed to “approve” Part 107 operations. They must be requested through the FAA website: https://faadronezone.faa.gov/#/

http://www.aspenairport.com/operating-procedures/uas-operation-rules

Employment Opportunities with the City of Aspen - Click here.

Events – to see City of Aspen produced events go to www.aspenspecialevents.com, (Fat Bike Race, Owl Creek Chase, America’s Uphill, July 4th Parade, Aspen Backcountry Marathon, Aspen Community Picnic, Men’s Lacrosse Tournament, Golden Leaf Half Marathon, New Year’s Eve Celebration).

Events Permitting – If you are looking to host an event in Aspen, the City of Aspen Special Events Department is here to guide you through the special event permitting process. Learn more about how to apply for a special events permit or film shoot permit here; https://www.cityofaspen.com/346/Special-Events

From mid-June, to mid-October, spend your Saturday mornings at the Aspen Farmer's Market.

The market makes a U-shape from the corner of Galena & Hopkins, to Hunter & then again back to the intersection of Hyman & Galena. Open from 8:30AM-3PM the market offers Colorado grown produce, crafts, live music and a food court for lunch or a snack while you peruse. Please note: The asphalt gets extremely hot in the market & pets should be left at home to avoid burning their feet.

Want to be a vendor, click here.

Reservations and schedules for Fields: Rotary, Iselin, Upper and Lower Moore Fields, and the high school athletic field can be obtained by calling our Recreation Department at the Red Brick at 970.920.5140.

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Fitness Class Sign Up

WINTER Gondola Information -

Not Skiing? Legs need a break? You can still explore the four mountains of Aspen Snowmass with Sightseeing Tickets! Enjoy priceless views on a scenic gondola or chairlift ride.

Sightseeing Dates & Hours
Uploading: 9:00am – 3:30pm; Last ride down: 4:00pm

Aspen Mountain: Silver Queen Gondola | November 23, 2023-April 21, 2024
Snowmass: Elk Camp Gondola, Two Creeks Chairlift | November 23, 2023-April 13, 2024
Aspen Highlands: (sightseeing not available) December 9, 2023-April 7, 2024
Buttermilk: (sightseeing not available) December 9, 2023-March 31, 2024

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• Aspen General Store/ Shell Station, 435 E Main Street, 970-920-2370 (mini-mart - milk, hot/cold food, snacks, drug store items, etc.)
• Carl’s Drug Store/Pharmacy, 306 E Main Street, 970-925-3273 (in addition small snacks, wine shop)
• Clark’s Market and Pharmacy – 300 Puppy Smith, 970-925-8046
• City Market / City Market Pharmacy – 711 E Cooper Street, 970-920-7230
• Roxy's Market (across from the airport) 119 Aspen Airport Business Center, 970-920-7699

The Parks Department manages over 25 miles of hard surface, soft surface and single-track trails. All our trails are multi-use trails, unless otherwise noted. Please follow all posted closures

and permitted uses like walking, hiking, rollerblading, horseback riding and biking. The trail system provides an almost seamless system, interconnected between Aspen/Snowmass and

down valley to Woody Creek and Basalt. While on the trails, be sure to take in all the natural surrounding beauty

• Go to Pitkin Outside- App of all trails and points of interest – Also an App
• Local trails- Around the City of Aspen – Aspen Trails
• Day Hiking - Forest Service Trail Guide
• Hiking Emergency- Call 911

Go to www.Stayaspensnowmass.com or call a local vacation expert at (888) 649-5982.

Also most free maps have hotel listings on them.

Stay Aspen Snowmass Hotel Reservations

Kid Friendly Activities:

• Visit the Kid Section of the Aspen Public Library (story time, activities, sewing and more) https://pitcolib.org/
• Aspen Art Museum (art classes, free entry, nice restaurant, great view of Aspen Mountain)
• Aspen Historical Society (play with the past 3-6yr olds, summer activities for kids, guided tours, museums Holden Marolt Mining Museum, Ghost towns of Ashcroft and Indepence)
• Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (Kids can visit the Eagle, owl and tour the property) see ACES www.aspennature.org
• Aspen Science Center BBQ for Kids--hands-on science, liquid nitrogen ice cream, experiments and games! Wednesdays June - August (suggested donation $10 adults, $5 kids includes bbq)
• Red Brick Center for the Arts (Summer programs for kids, Pre K Studio, Adult classes too)
• Farm Collaborative at Cozy Point -- The FarmPark at Cozy Point Ranch is managed as a public space for all to enjoy! Stop by for a Self Guided Tour daily, or contact eden@aspen-tree.org to organized a Personal Tour
• The Aspen Chamber Website has a list of family friendly activities

Aspen Laundry – 465 N Mill St, 970-925-5378

Cleaner Express – 435 E Main St, 970-925-7525

Stitch Works Inc. (Seamstress) 229 E Main St, 970-925-7471

Library – amazing activities for kids and adults.

Pitkin County Library: Address: 120 North Mill Street, Aspen, CO 81611

Pitkin Country Library

Lift Tickets: Skiing or Gondola rides from the Aspen Ski Company.

Not Skiing? You can still explore the four mountains of Aspen Snowmass with Sightseeing Tickets!

Take a scenic ride on our gondolas at Aspen Mountain and Snowmass, take in the sights from the top of the mountain, dine with a view, and take advantage of snowshoe tours, naturalist tours, and more.

Gondola Hours

Silver Queen Gondola, Aspen | 9am - 4:00 PM | Elk Camp Gondola, Snowmass | 9am - 4:00 PM

Prices vary - click the link below or call 844-590-4360

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Belly Up Aspen Listed as one of Rolling Stone Magazine's "BEST CLUBS IN AMERICA," Belly Up Aspen is a 450-capacity music venue at the base of Aspen Mountain. Presenting 300+ live concerts a year,

Jazz Aspen Snowmass / JAS Cafe The JAS Cafe features intimate jazz performances at three different venues around Aspen including Downstairs at The Little Nell, The Velvet Buck at The St Regis and The Collective in Snowmass Base Village. Enjoy candlelit performances from some of the greatest jazz artists from around the world alongside delicious food and beverages

Wheeler Opera House The Wheeler Opera House has been Aspen’s community performance venue and has become the Roaring Fork Valley’s premiere site for concerts, movies, festivals, comedy, lectures, community events, opera, and more.

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Aspen Santa Fe Ballet's bold vision – top global choreographers, distinctive groundbreaking works, and virtuoso dancers – has fostered a jewel of a dance company in the American West.

Theatre Aspen Theatre Aspen’s award-winning shows are presented in the heart of Rio Grande Park, along the Rio Grande Trail, just next to the river. With daytime views of Aspen Mountain and nights filled with stars, theatre-goers are treated to an experience that combines dynamic professional theatre with the excitement of being outdoors. Theatre Aspen’s professional productions feature the best of Broadway talent, as well as local performers, offering musicals, plays, new work and family-friendly shows that are perfect for a summer vacation.

If you left something valuable in a park please call the Aspen Police Department, 970-920-5400.

The Lost Forest isn’t hard to find — it’s just hard to see. Tucked in among the trees and rocks at Elk Camp on Snowmass Mountain are an alpine coaster, zip lines, biking trails, ropes challenges and a climbing wall.

Lost Forest COVID-19 Operating Procedures: Learn more about the steps we are taking to keep our guests, employees, and the community safe.

Opens June 21, 2021. Call Aspen Ski Co at 800-525-620 to make a reservation and with questions.

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Legalized marijuana, by Law, retail marijuana is intended for private, personal use. Marijuana may not be consumed openly or publicly. Click the link below to see the FAQs. You must be 21 or older ot purchase and consumer.

Don't drive while impaired.

Legalized Marijuana FAQ

For all the information to visit and make reservations to the Maroon Bells go to AspenChamber.org.

Reservations are required to access the Maroon Bells Scenic Area and related amenities by vehicle or by RFTA shuttle. Parking & Shuttle reservations are required from May 14 - October 24, 2021. For Maroon Bells reservation questions, please call 970-930-6442 or email info@visitmaroonbells.com.

Parking at the Bells is Sold-Out through October.

The best way to experience the Bells is by shuttle. To make an online reservation go to the Aspen Chamber of Commerce's website. Shuttles will operate every day May 14 – October 24, 2021. Parking at Aspen Highlands parking garage is available for day-use parking for a fee.

BY CAR - Reservation required to park. Sold out.

Maroon Creek Road typically opens mid-May and closes mid-November, depending on conditions (snowmelt, avalanche debris, etc.). The entrance fee is $10. Due to limited parking availability at Maroon Lake in the summer, Maroon Creek Road has personal vehicle restrictions to vehicular traffic July through October.

Once the shuttle resumes operation, personal vehicles may only travel to Maroon Lake before 8am or after 5pm, with an entrance fee. From 8am to 5pm, personal vehicles are not permitted and you must take the shuttle bus from Aspen Highlands. Parking at Aspen Highlands parking garage is available for day-use parking for a fee. Some exceptions apply:

Personal Vehicle Exceptions:

• Vehicles carrying people with disabilities or with a valid handicap placard or license plate
• Vehicles with 11 people or more
• Vehicles with infants that require a restraining child seat (not a booster seat)
• People camping at Silver Bar, Silver Bell and Silver Queen Campgrounds
• Holders with special-use permits issued by the Forest Service
• Overnight backpackers
• Horse trailers

ASPEN HIGHLANDS PARKING: Vehicles can park at the Aspen Highlands Village Parking Lot for an additional parking fee. For more information on parking at Aspen Highlands, contact the Aspen Skiing Company at (970) 923-1227 or (800) 525-6200

Aspen Highlands Parking Garage: 199 Prospector Rd, Aspen, CO 81611

RIDE the free RFTA Bus to Aspen Highlands from Rubey Park. Click here for schedule information.

Additional ways to visit the Maroon Bells, check out Blazing Adventures.

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There are massages available all over town, google or check out the Aspen Chamber Resort associations website and search Massage!

• Remede Spa
• Hotel Jerome Spa
• Jean Robert's Gym / Aspen Massage Institute
• The Fix Aspen
• A1 Oriental Foot Massage to name a few.

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Mountain Biking - There are miles of single track to enjoy in the Roaring Fork Valley, from beginner to difficult.

The Aspen Recreation Department offer Mountain Biking classes for kids in the summer, https://www.aspenrecreation.com/activities/mountain-biking/youth

Mountain Biking Trails

Aspen Art Museum – Contemporary Art with rooftop café and views of Aspen Mountain. Free admission.

Aspen Historical Society - 970-925-3721. 2 museums, 2 ghost towns and several tours, like the Historic Pub Crawl or History Tour of the Wheeler Opera house. Wheeler Stallard Museum & Holden/Marolt Mining and Ranching Museum. Ghost towns of Ashcroft and Independence

Red Brick Center for the Arts – Hosts Curated exhibits with art by local artists on a regular basis. Exhibits have an opening party, that is free and open to the public – family friendly. Check the website for the schedule. Call for information 970-429-2777

Unlike the east coast - this doesn’t exist in Aspen

Nordic Trails – www.aspennordic.com see trails, grooming reports, etiquette and more. There are over 90km of free Nordic Ski Trails from Aspen, Snowmass to Basalt -- the largest free nordic trail system in the US.

Nordic Rental gear – Aspen Cross Country Center, Phone: (970) 925-2145 – located at the Aspen Golf Course, 39551 W. Hwy 82, Aspen, CO | Snowmass Cross Country Center also rents equipment (closed winter 2021, may return in winter 2021/2022).

Aspen Nordic Information

Float, hike, cross country ski near the North Star Nature Preserve. By Forest Service order, dogs are no longer permitted at the Wildwood launch site. Dogs are also not permitted at North Star Nature Preserve. Please leave your pet at home. Floating the river through North Star with a dog is prohibited.

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Aspen Parks offer a diverse range of opportunities for your recreational pleasure, from quiet, contemplative moments at the John Denver Sanctuary to the thrill of watching top-notch volleyball competitions at Koch Park or the Gentlemen of Aspen playing rugby in Wagner Park and Rio Grande Park. Visit our downtown Pedestrian Mall for shopping and dining, or enjoy the excitement at the Rio Grande Skateboard Park.

Playgrounds in downtown aspen include Yellow Brick Park, Wagner Park, Triangle Park (for the toddlers), Herron Park plus more in the local area.

Reservations for Parks can be made here

Aspen has over 30 parks and playgrounds, see a list on our Website.

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See Music -- Live Music and Performing Arts.

Learn more about applying for a tent, tree removal, bldg or event permit here, https://www.cityofaspen.com/655/Permits

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See Grocery, here.

See Pitkin County Public Health Orders and visitor information, click link.

Playgrounds

Harmony Park-Location › Harmony Road
Truly a place of beauty, Harmony park is located adjacent to the Burlingame neighborhood. This two-acre neighborhood park includes an approximate 1/2 acre play lawn, age separated play areas, naturalistic water features, picnic table areas, native landscape zones and large land forms that can function as sledding hills in wintertime.

Herron Park-Location › Neale St
One of Aspen's most popular parks used by the locals and their kids. On any given day, you will find people in this park playing in the lazy river on the wood playground structure or picnicking with family. The beginning of the 40 mile Rio Grande Trail starts in Herron Park. This park is also adjacent to the Roaring Fork River, which attracts people and dogs of all ages to come play in the river. The large open lawn and playground is a very attractive spot to come play and enjoy your day.

Snyder Park-Location › Midland Ave.
Snyder Park is another hidden gem within our park system. This park is mainly geared toward storm water control. The first thing you will find is a beautiful pond and waterfall that makes a very intimate setting for any user. Further in the park there is a playground, picnic table, parking, restroom, and benches within the park for you to use at your leisure.

Tot Lot Park- Location › Buena Vista Dr (off Cemetery Lane)
Tot Lot Park is a hidden gem found off of Buena Vista Drive and Cemetery Lane. This park has a large open lawn area with a new playground catered to the younger children. You will find a full sized basketball court and picnic table that you can enjoy when you find this fun intimate park.

Triangle Park- Location › 2nd & Smuggler Ave.
Triangle Park is a small neighborhood park designed around the young ones. The playground is designed and made for the infant to the toddler age group. Everything is small just for them. This small park has a great lawn space throughout most of the park. You can also find a picnic table and benches around the park to rest and relax with your little one. This park would be perfect for those looking for a small birthday party for the younger ones.

Wagner Park

Located in the heart of the downtown core Wagner Park is one of the most visited and used parks within the City of Aspen. Wagner Park is essentially a professional sized rugby field, but is used for many other events throughout the year. Adjacent to the park is a large public restroom facility, and a very popular playground area within the pedestrian walking mall. Come and bring your kids, dogs, or lunch and enjoy one of Aspen's iconic parks with breath taking views of Aspen Mountain. This park holds major special events only, such as the Food and Wine Classic, and unfortunately is usually not available to rent.

Willa Park- Location › Park Circle
Willa Park is located off of Gibson Avenue at the Centennial Apartment Complex just north of town. This very simple small park just contains a playground for the 5 year olds and up.

Yellow Brick Park- Location › Bleeker & Garmisch St.Accompanied by an abundance of shade, Yellow Brick Park is located just north of the downtown core. This park is adjacent to the Yellow Brick Day School and has an epic playground for most age ranges. Furthermore, there is a full-size basketball court, a picnic shelter with two tables, and an open lawn play area.

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City of Aspen Parking Department can be reached at 970-920-5267.

If you do choose to drive your car to Aspen, we have several parking options. Aspen's parking department is always available to answer questions and help with meters. But, they're also around to monitor and enforce on-street parking programs, which they do very efficiently. Trust us.

Rio Grande Parking Plaza, located one block off Main Street at 425 Rio Grande Place. This parking garage offers affordable, covered parking 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Garage Clearance 7 feet-2 inches. NEV (Neighborhood Electric Vehicle) parking and charging available. The garage has short term and day parking.

2020: under 30 minutes Free | 30 minutes -1 Hours $2.00 | 1-2 Hours $4 | 2-3 Hours $6.00 | Daily Max $12 | Business Pass $150 per month

Special Notes: Garage Clearance 7 feet-2 inches, Please be aware of Bicycles, Skis or other items on top of your vehicle that may be above this height. Yellow safety bars are located at the main entrance to assist you in determining if your vehicle will fit in the garage. Vehicle storage not available. Motorcycles and trailers prohibited.

Parking in downtown Aspen fee and enforcement times, click here. To learn about EV Parking and Charging use the link below.

Parking information

Public Restrooms in Aspen:

• Pedestrian Mall – No. Mill and Cooper St.
• Rio Grande Park near John Denver Sanctuary
• Rio Grande Parking Garage
• Aspen Recreation Center
• City Hall
• Select parks and playgrounds

Public Showers – Cost $7 per person to shower at the Red Brick and current daily drop-in rate at the ARC. Towels are $3 to rent.

Go to EatAspen.com for a list of local restaurants and menus.

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The City of Aspen DOES NOT allow people to spend the night on city streets in their RV.

Glenwood Canyon Resort - Glenwood Springs, formally Rock Gardens Campground, 800-958- 6737
Glenwood Canyon Resort, offers a variety of lodging options, new Resort Cabins, Camper Cabins, and full hook up RV sites with water, electric, sewer, cable TV, and wireless Internet. Can handle big rigs. Smaller RV sites on the Colorado River too.

Ami's Acres Campground, 970-945-5340. Family owned. Can handle big rigs, E-X-T-R-A L-O-N-G P-U-L-L T-H-R-U-S on terraced sites with 30 and 50 amp full hookups, plus secluded tent sites. Overlooks the Colorado River. Shade trees. Pets welcome in the RV sites (only). Reduced weekly and monthly rates. Camping Open Dates: 3/15 to 11/15. Location: EASY access. Exit 114 from I-70, then go west 1 mile on US Hwy 6.

Gateway RV Park - Carbondale, CO 81623

Gateway RV Park is owned by the Town of Carbondale, and is situation above the Roaring Fork River, just west of the Highway 82 & 133 intersection on the northern entrance to Carbondale. 970-379-8151 - deactivated during off season (Oct - April) Call Carbondale Rec 970-510-1290

To Learn more go to https://www.aspenchamber.org/explore-aspen/recreation/camping-rvs

Check out the Aspen Pedestrian Mall for leisurely shopping in the heart of Aspen. https://www.aspenchamber.org/business-directory/shopping

Shopping

SilverSneakers is a fitness program for seniors (65+) that’s included with many Medicare Advantage plans - click below to check eligibility. The customer registers via the website below, then they bring in proof of purchase and an ID to become a recreation member. It takes a day or two to process on our end.

New: silver sneaker pass holders will have to pay $5 to attend fitness classes and use the wall at the Red Brick. See Policies page.

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No smoking in the Recreation Centers, stores or restaurants.

Special Events Permit – to learn more about hosting a special event in Aspen, visit the aspenspecialevents.com website

Want to have your Special Event at the Aspen Recreation Center or Red Brick Recreation Center – Call Erin Hutchings at (970) 544-4100.

Want to have a special event at the Aspen Ice Garden or Lewis Ice Arena? Call Thor Knutson at (970) 544-4100.

Want to rent a park for a Special Event? Call Sam Lovstad (970) 429-2094

RENT A PARK

BUSES - RFTA provides free rides within Aspen and Snowmass and between Woody Creek and Aspen.

In addition, the Roaring Fork Transit Authority (RFTA) represents an unparalleled community commitment to public transportation in the Roaring Fork Valley. RFTA monthly and seasonal passes are available, offering discounted rates for frequent riders between fare zones. RFTA Zone Passes now include a free WE-Cycle season pass, see information on bike sharing below. Schedules, Fares, and Maps: 970.925.8484, http://www.rfta.com/

RFTA PARK & RIDE

Park for free at the Brush Creek Intercept lot or Basalt, El Jebel, Carbondale, or Glenwood Spring Park & Ride lots, and catch a RFTA bus to Aspen. Try VelociRFTA- Fast, Fun, Frequent service utilizing Bus Rapid Transit, see RFTA.

CAR to GO - Join Car to Go – which provides its members with all the perks of car ownership but none of the hassles. Members share a fleet of all hybrid vehicles, dramatically reducing their costs. Gas, maintenance, roadside assistance, and insurance are all included. Car to Go is perfect for those who use public transportation, bike, walk or carpool for some trips. 970.920.5066, www.cartogo.com

UBER - Now available in Aspen. Download the app in the app store.

Taxis & Shuttles- High Mountain Taxi - (970) 925-8294

We-Cycle – Community bike share program. (Spring - Fall)

FREE 30-MINUTE RIDES. Underwritten by the City of Aspen, Town of Basalt, and Eagle County.

All rides are FREE for the first 30 minutes. Time resets with each ride. +50 cents per additional minute over 30. Use WE-cycle as your wheels to get you where you need to be in Aspen and Basalt. It's fun, flexible, and convenient! Access 210 bikes at 50 stations, available May - November. Learn more here https://www.we-cycle.org/how-to-we-cycle/

There are 22 WE-Cycle stations in Aspen – locations can be found at www.we-cycle.org

Downtowner – free rides in downtown Aspen – download the app, search Downtowner in the App Store.

For Locals: Carpool www.cityofaspen.com/267/Carpool

Aspen Snowmass ( Aspen Skiing Company) is thrilled to offer tubing facilities at Snowmass for the winter season. The multiple lanes are lift-served and carved into The Meadows at Elk Camp, with lighting facilities to illuminate the runs at night during Ullr Nights festivities.

Tubing at Snowmass opens December 20, 2019 and will be open every day through April 5, 2020 in conjunction with winter lift operations, as well as during Ullr Nights. You may purchase a tubing-only ticket or a combo ticket including access to both tubing and the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster. Click the link to seeing prices.

Must be at least 38" tall to ride. One person per tube. Reservations are strongly encouraged! Call 866-857-8769 or buy online to reserve.

Link to Aspen Skiing Company

Aspen Tap Fountain Map (fill your water bottle) at 5 park locations around town:
Wagner Park, Koch Park, Rio Grande, City Hall, Frances Whitaker

Summer only.

Aspen Tap Location Map

Dress in layers in the summer or winter. For more Aspen weather information (how to dress, humidity, etc) and adjusting to Altitude and Weather information, click here.

Local weather report – www.aspenweather.net.

The Aspen Recreation Center, Red Brick Center, and Aspen Ice Garden have free public internet for all guests.

• Currently, there is no Wi-Fi in any of our parks.

• There are other locations around town that supply Wi-Fi like our coffee shops (Starbucks, Victoria’s, Ink, etc.).