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SaveAspen trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Skiing, Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Backcountry Skiing, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing, Gravel Biking, Horseback, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Dirtbiking and ATVing/Offroading. Trails here are often rocky, faint trail and loose. Scenery includes creeks, views and meadows. Common trail features include bridges, berms and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include shuttle access and huts. Popular destinations include Aspen Snowmass Ski Areas, Aspen Mountain and Aspen Highlands.
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Roaring Fork/Aspen Snowmass
Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
120 trails
- E-Bike
28 trails
- Gravel Bike
48 trails
- Adaptive Bike
15 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
0 trails
- Horse
36 trails
- Hike
133 trails
- Trail Running
132 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
6 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
4 trails
- Snowmobile
0 trails
- Snowshoe
66 trails
- Downhill Ski
474 trails
- Backcountry Ski
108 trails
- Nordic Ski
65 trails
Region Details
- 35
- 3
- 26
- 27
- 24
- 5
Region Status
Open as of Sep 30, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 673
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 120
- Trails E-Bike
- 28
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 48
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 15
- Trails Horse
- 36
- Trails Hike
- 133
- Trails Trail Running
- 132
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 6
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 4
- Trails Snowshoe
- 66
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 474
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 108
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 65
- Total Distance
- 488 miles
- Total Descent
- 291,571 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,414 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 12,798 ft
- Reports
- 540
- Photos
- 207
- Completed Counter
- 51,160
Articles
A Complete Guide to Aspen on a Budget
Jan 7, 2022 from skimag.com
Plan strategically, and this Rocky Mountain resort can be experienced on the cheap.
Race Report: 2019 BME Finals in Aspen Snowmass
Aug 19, 2019 from pinkbike.com
The 2019 Yeti Cycles Big Mountain Enduro presented by Maxxis season came to an end last weekend in Aspen Snowmass, CO for the Grand Finale.
Sub Regions
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Sky Mountain Park
- 2
- 5
- 1
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Smuggler Mountain/Hunter Creek
- 2
- 7
- 13
- 13
- 2
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Woody Creek
- 1
- 4
Popular Aspen Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 94 ft • 914 •
This bike optimized flow and jump trail was constructed in 2014, and has been refreshed every 5-6 years since then. It is managed as a downhill directional only trail given the many jumps along the trail. Access the trail from the top...
• 100 ★ 4.2 • 4 miles • 289 ft • 768 •
The Seven Star Trail can be ridden up or down, although downhill is preferred, but many riders will encounter it first as an extension to a traditional south to north Rim Trail Loop ride. Find the intersection a few minutes downhill...
• 95 ★ 3.8 • 4,560 ft • 335 ft • 565 •
This trail connects the Smuggler Observation Deck to the Tootsie Roll Trail and Lollipop Trail further up the mountain. Singletrack, fun both up and down. Look out for picnic tables, viewpoints, and evidence of historic mining activity.
• 100 ★ 4.6 • 2 miles • 165 ft • 562 •
Overview This was originally constructed in Fall of 2013 for two-way travel, but is now downhill-only for bikes! The very bottom of the trail remains open to two-way travel for a short distance, and provides access to Sky Mountain Park...
• 90 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 754 ft • 527 •
This singletrack allows access to Sky Mountain Park and the excellent Skyline Ridge trail from the western Snowmass Village side. Access the trail via either end of the Highline trail or from the east. From the Aspen side, via Skyline...
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 3 miles • 1,144 ft • 450 •
This trail was constructed in 2013 to provide access to Sky Mountain Park from the Brush Creek Park & Ride (aka Intercept Lot) area and Brush Creek Bike Path. The trail connects with Skyline Ridge trail at its upper end, and intersects...
• 90 ★ 5.0 • 4,629 ft • 82 ft • 432 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 2.5 • 1 mile • 130 ft • 402 •
Family Friendly This is a relatively flat trail for this area. Wide tread makes it easy to put a foot down. Optional features along the trail can help to build skills. A nice short out and back (2.3 miles total). Description Use this...
Aspen Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 18 miles • 2,196 ft • 8 • Loop •
Ride the Skyline Ridge Adventure to experience an excellent selection of Snowmass trails. Expect a decent...
58 miles • 8,920 ft • 19 • Loop •
13 miles • 2,000 ft • 3 • Loop •
★ 1.0 • 13 miles • 2,369 ft • 7 • Loop •
Smuggler Mountain - Hunter Creek Loop Thirteen Miles
3 miles • 837 ft • 2 • Out & Back •
12 miles • 983 ft • 0 • Out & Back •
Photos of Aspen Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| freeheelnut | wishlist | route | activity #106057908 | Oct 17, 2026 @ 9:19am 2 hours |
| WillYWJnc9 | ridden | trail | activity #105963620 | Oct 15, 2026 @ 6:08pm 2 days |
| ChrisBan21 | update | trail | activity #105581149 | Oct 10, 2026 @ 2:47am Oct 10, 2026 |
| ChrisBan21 | update | trail | activity #105399582 and 4 more | Oct 7, 2026 @ 5:55am Oct 7, 2026 |
| ChrisBan21 | update | trail | activity #105392159 and 10 more | Oct 7, 2026 @ 1:47am Oct 7, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Road climb is easy as they come - smooth with... | Sep 13, 2026 @ 2:05pm Sep 13, 2026 | ||
| trail | Not sure why this trail isn’t more... | Jun 29, 2026 @ 6:07pm Jun 29, 2026 | ||
| trail | As a newcomer to the area, I really enjoyed... | Sep 7, 2025 @ 12:33pm Sep 7, 2025 | ||
| trail | Very reasonable uphill to some great trails. | Sep 7, 2025 @ 12:30pm Sep 7, 2025 | ||
| trail | Fun contour downhill with a few switchbacks.... | Sep 7, 2025 @ 12:28pm Sep 7, 2025 |
Local Badges
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10 Green Trails58 awarded -
10 Blue Trails261 awarded -
10 Black Trails131 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k347 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge119 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge12 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Aspen Snowmass Ski Areas | bike park | Aspen | |
| Aspen Mountain | bike park | Aspen | |
| Aspen Highlands | bike park | Aspen | |
| Buttermilk Mountain Aspen Snowmass | bike park | Aspen |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 120 | 190 miles | 37,326 ft | 90 miles | 4,921 ft | #782 | #28 | 206 | 500 | 10 | 13,094 | |
| E-Bike | 28 | 61 miles | 5,499 ft | 20 miles | 4,921 ft | #2,376 | #46 | 369 | 1 | 717 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 48 | 99 miles | 8,691 ft | 33 miles | 4,921 ft | #640 | #14 | 47 | 1 | 71 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 15 | 26 miles | 1,755 ft | 7 miles | 3,848 ft | #1,669 | #25 | 44 | ||||
| Horse | 36 | 123 miles | 22,444 ft | 55 miles | 5,413 ft | #272 | #18 | 114 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 133 | 249 miles | 44,137 ft | 106 miles | 5,413 ft | #354 | #15 | 1 | 469 | 4 | 2,920 | |
| Trail Running | 132 | 249 miles | 44,134 ft | 106 miles | 5,413 ft | #520 | #21 | 469 | 5 | 1,249 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 6 | 27 miles | 2,602 ft | 10 miles | 3,737 ft | #661 | #28 | 96 | 7 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 4 | 26 miles | 2,320 ft | 9 miles | 2,861 ft | #514 | #21 | 90 | 1 | |||
| Snowshoe | 66 | 36 miles | 3,999 ft | 14 miles | 2,999 ft | #343 | #3 | 54 | 2 | 30 | ||
| Downhill Ski | 474 | 201 miles | 242,372 ft | 192 miles | 4,610 ft | #7 | #2 | 47 | 9,714 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 108 | 40 miles | 57,953 ft | 35 miles | 3,488 ft | #68 | #2 | 47 | 2 | 4,334 | ||
| Nordic Ski | 65 | 34 miles | 3,917 ft | 14 miles | 2,051 ft | #218 | #4 | 48 | 1,219 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Aspen?
Aspen has 7 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Aspen?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Aspen are:
- Ajax Connector (4.4/5)
- Airline Trail (4.4/5)
- Hannon Creek Trail (4.3/5)
- 2186.2-Arbaney Spur (4.3/5)
- Scotty's Trail (4.3/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Aspen?
There are 16 parking locations listed in Aspen. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Aspen?
The longest trail in Aspen is Rocky Fork Trail at 7.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Aspen?
The best hiking trails in Aspen are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Aspen?
The best trail running trails in Aspen are:
- Upper North Mesa Equestrian
- Hunter Creek Extension Trail
- Rio Grand Soft Surface
- Rio Grande
- Ajax Connector
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Aspen?
The best dirtbiking trails in Aspen are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Aspen?
Aspen has a total of 673 trails. Of those, 120 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Aspen to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Aspen?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Aspen is Tinpot with 1,388 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Aspen?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Aspen is Hannon Creek Trail with 3,451 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Aspen?
Aspen supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Aspen?
The following bike services are available in Aspen:
- Trail Association (1)
- Bike Shop (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Aspen?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Aspen is Red Butte Trail with an average grade of 13.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Aspen?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Aspen. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Aspen?
The overall region status for Aspen is Clear / Green. Out of 76 trails:
- Clear / Green: 71
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 5
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Can I ride an ebike in Aspen?
Yes, Aspen supports e-bike riding. There are 25 trails in Aspen that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Aspen?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Aspen are: View all mountain biking routes in Aspen.
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What is the highest summit in Aspen?
The highest summit in Aspen is Capitol Peak at 14,134 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Aspen?
The most popular Strava segments in Aspen are:
- Maroon Creek Road Climb (11,810 athletes)
- Sagebrush Tarmac (10,501 athletes)
- Sagebrush Tarmac ~ upvalley (10,475 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Aspen?
Yes, there are 16 accessible/adaptive trails in Aspen. View all adaptive trails in Aspen for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Aspen?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Aspen directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Aspen?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Aspen are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Aspen?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Aspen are:
- Butterline (2.5/5)
- Ditchline (5/5)
- Hunter Creek Cutoff (5/5)
Activities
- Aspen Mountain Biking Trails
- Aspen E-Biking Trails
- Aspen Gravel Biking Trails
- Aspen Adaptive Biking Trails
- Aspen Horseback Trails
- Aspen Hiking Trails
- Aspen Trail Running Trails
- Aspen Dirtbiking Trails
- Aspen Snowshoeing Trails
- Aspen Skiing Trails
- Aspen Backcountry Skiing Trails
- Aspen Nordic Skiing Trails
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