Free & Cheap Things to Do in Aspen, CO

  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Aspen, Colorado, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountains, Ghost Towns and Movie Theaters.
  • From Maroon Bells to Maroon Lake Scenic Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aspen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Crested Butte, Snowmass Village, Gunnison and Vail.
  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Aspen, Colorado, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountains, Ghost Towns and Movie Theaters.
  • From Maroon Bells to Maroon Lake Scenic Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aspen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Crested Butte, Snowmass Village, Gunnison and Vail.
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38.7 Miles
97% 70 votes
Rafting 2610 Gilstrap Court, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 MoreLess Info
Cross another item off your bucket list when you visit Glenwood Canyon Rafting, Inc., for the whitewater adventure of a lifetime. There is a package available for all ages and levels of adventure-seeker, so plan your tour today.
38.9 Miles
94% 370 votes
Neighborhoods Vail, CO MoreLess Info
Colorado's Vail Valley is one of the world's most popular winter sports destinations. Packed with luxurious ski resorts, snowmobile trails, soaring snow-capped mountains and pristine forests, Vail is no less beautiful in warm weather, when it offers excellent hiking, mountain biking and rafting adventures.
39.0 Miles
95% 1026 votes
Gardens 183 Gore Creek Drive, Vail, CO 81657 MoreLess Info
Named for former First Lady Betty Ford, the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens are dedicated to preserving alpine flora and educating the public about such under-appreciated plants. The Alpine Gardens campus includes children's gardens, many gardens of mountain plants, several rock gardens and other memorable exchibitio…
39.0 Miles
90% 103 votes
Sports Museums Vail Transportation Center, Level 3, Vail, CO 81657 MoreLess Info
For a unique learning experience, visit Colorado Ski Museum – Ski Hall of Fame and discover how our favorite winter past times came to be. With six-themed galleries, visitors are treated to historical artifacts, Olympic memorabilia, and multimedia presentations.
39.1 Miles
98% 144 votes
Music Venue 530 Frontage Rd E, Vail, CO 81657 MoreLess Info
Visitors to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater will marvel at the stunning beauty surrounding this 1,260-seat outdoor venue. Featuring both covered and open-air seating, the venue hosts arts, cultural, and musical events throughout the year.
39.2 Miles
96% 594 votes
Rafting 429 Edwards Access Rd., Vail, CO 81632 MoreLess Info
Clients of the Lakota River Guides enjoy adrenaline-fueled active exploration of beautiful Vail, Colorado. The Lakota River Guides offer snowmobiling, rafting, ATV excursions, group tours and other active vacation options.
39.3 Miles
92% 86 votes
Lake San Isabel National Forest, Buena Vista, CO 81236 MoreLess Info
Cottonwood Lake is a fishing destination, offering 24 campsites and providing access to the lake. Those who are interested in picnicking, hiking, or kayaking may enjoy what this site has to offer.
39.5 Miles
89% 102 votes
Horseback Riding 915A Spraddle Creek Rd, Vail, CO 81657 MoreLess Info
Vail Stables is an equestrian facility offering a variety of horse related services. Available services include several trail rides, a horse camp, a pony camp, and a ranch camp. The stables are also available for private party hosting.
40.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Hiking Trails Vail Mountain, Vail, CO 81657 MoreLess Info
Berrypicker Trail is a hiking trail that begins at the Eagle Bahn Gondola and has a total elevation gain of 2,108-feet. The trail spans a total distance of 3.2-miles long and can be used for running, walking, and hiking.
41.3 Miles
91% 43 votes
Farms & Ranches 31700 Hwy 24 North, Buena Vista, CO 81211 MoreLess Info
The family owned Jumpin' Good Goat Dairy produces a variety of delicious and award-winning goat cheese. The farm works to create sustainable farming and ethical treatment of the goats at the foot of the Colorado Rocky Mountain's Collegiate Peaks.
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