- The list below includes 50 free or cheap things to do in or near Snowmass Village, Colorado, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Bowling, Mountain Biking and Arts Centers.
- From Snowmass Village Trails to East Snowmass Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Snowmass Village and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Aspen, Crested Butte and Gunnison.
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3.8 Miles
Maroon Lake Scenic Trail comprises of both upper and lower loops, which weave around the Maroon Lake and provide panoramic views of the surrounding snow-capped Maroon Bells and the golden aspen.
3.8 Miles
Rio Grande Trail is a scenic trail built along the old Denver and Rio Grande Railroad lines and is home to a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking and more, coupled with beautiful views of the nearby Roaring Folk River.
4.2 Miles
Buttermilk Mountain is a popular local venue for skiing and comprises of three distinct ski areas of varying difficulty levels called Tiehack, Main Buttermilk and West Buttermilk.
4.9 Miles
Aspen Recreation Center features a variety of classes from guitar playing to karate lessons and amenities that include a cardio room, weight room, rock climbing tower, and two pools with lap lanes, a lazy river, and water slides.
4.9 Miles
Navigate the more than 8 miles of trail through the aspen trees, surrounded by stunning mountain vistas when you hike West Maroon Trail. Located in the White River National Forest, the trail is ideal for backpacking with a lunch, or on horseback.
5.0 Miles
Crater Lake Trail provides moderate, one-day hike to Crater Lake, a deep, blue lake surrounded by high cliffs.
5.2 Miles
Maroon Bells is a mountain range in Colorado made up of mudstone which give the mountains its distinct maroon color. The site also includes the famous scenic overlook of the mountains from the Mountain Creek Valley which is believed to be the most-photographed spot in Colorado.
5.9 Miles
The Maroon-Snowmass Trail diverges from the Snowmass Creek Trailhead for a 8.5 mile out and back pathway. Accessible from June until September, the trail is used primarily for hiking and is rated as difficult for advanced hikers.
6.0 Miles
All that remains of this gold-mining town that sprang up in the mountains of Aspen Colorado is the Independence Ghost Town. After a short lived gold mining operation, brave visitors can explore the abandoned buildings and possibly meet any residents that were left behind.
6.4 Miles
Aspen Highlands is a local ski resort better known for playing host to the Highland Bowl owing to its challenging experts-only terrain. It also offers panoramic views of the surrounding Maroon Bells mountain range.