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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. Popular destinations include Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Mountain and Aspen Highlands.
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IMBA Ride Center
Roaring Fork/Aspen Snowmass
Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
124 trails
- E-Bike
29 trails
- Gravel Bike
49 trails
- Adaptive Bike
19 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
0 trails
- Horse
35 trails
- Hike
136 trails
- Trail Running
135 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
6 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
4 trails
- Snowmobile
0 trails
- Snowshoe
65 trails
- Downhill Ski
474 trails
- Backcountry Ski
107 trails
- Nordic Ski
65 trails
Region Details
- 37
- 4
- 24
- 32
- 24
- 5
Region Status
Open as of Aug 22, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 677
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 124
- Trails E-Bike
- 29
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 50
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 21
- Trails Horse
- 35
- Trails Hike
- 136
- Trails Trail Running
- 135
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 6
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 4
- Trails Snowshoe
- 65
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 474
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 107
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 65
- Total Distance
- 527 miles
- Total Descent
- 289,461 ft
- Total Vertical
- 7,077 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 12,798 ft
- Reports
- 557
- Photos
- 219
- Completed Counter
- 50,501
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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Aspen Snowmass
- 1
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Sky Mountain Park
- 2
- 7
- 1
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Smuggler Mountain/Hunter Creek
- 2
- 6
- 15
- 12
- 2
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Woody Creek
- 1
- 4
Popular Aspen Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 37 ft • 899 •
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...
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 4 miles • 106 ft • 753 •
The 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 from the North...
• 100 ★ 4.6 • 2 miles • 165 ft • 559 •
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 from the...
• 95 ★ 3.8 • 4,449 ft • 335 ft • 553 •
This trail connects the Smuggler Observation Deck to the Trail and Trail further up the mountain. Singletrack, fun both up and down. Look out for picnic tables, viewpoints, and evidence of historic mining activity.
• 90 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 717 ft • 519 •
This singletrack allows access to Sky Mountain Park and the excellent trail from the western Snowmass Village side. Access the trail via either end of the trail or from the east. From the Aspen side, via trail, this is a fun descent...
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 317 ft • 510 •
is a short and fun trail that you can access at several locations, including Rd. and Owl Creek Rd. The trail includes beginner and intermediate sections, with a couple steep portions depending on which direction you're riding. The...
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 3 miles • 1,143 ft • 448 •
This trail was constructed in 2013 to provide access to Sky Mountain Park from the Brush Creek Park & Ride (aka Intercept Lot) area and Bike Path. The trail connects with at its upper end, and intersects with about 3/4 of the way...
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 4,888 ft • 11 ft • 431 •
As the name implies, this trail is below the , and can be used to make a loop with , or as a partial connector between Rodeo Lot parking lot & Two Creek parking lot area. Watch out for some narrow sections of trail where bad tire...
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...
13 miles • 2,000 ft • 3 • Loop •
58 miles • 8,920 ft • 19 • 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
Videos of Aspen Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| troyhochkeppel | update | trail | activity #102543984 | Aug 28, 2026 @ 4:04pm 1 day |
| troyhochkeppel | update | region | activity #102489272 | Aug 27, 2026 @ 7:00pm 2 days |
| troyhochkeppel | update | trail | activity #102489162 and 8 more | Aug 27, 2026 @ 6:58pm 2 days |
| troyhochkeppel | update | trail | activity #102488958 | Aug 27, 2026 @ 6:55pm 2 days |
| troyhochkeppel | update | region | activity #102488218 | Aug 27, 2026 @ 6:40pm 2 days |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||
| trail | Riding great this summer. Lots of trail work... | Aug 18, 2025 @ 8:36pm Aug 18, 2025 |
Local Badges
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10 Green Trails56 awarded -
10 Blue Trails259 awarded -
10 Black Trails131 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k346 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge118 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge12 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Snowmass | 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 | 124 | 236 miles | 35,646 ft | 89 miles | 6,585 ft | #648 | #239 | 218 | 517 | 10 | 12,562 | |
| E-Bike | 29 | 102 miles | 5,531 ft | 23 miles | 6,585 ft | #1,429 | #870 | 385 | 1 | 673 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 49 | 138 miles | 8,451 ft | 35 miles | 6,585 ft | #415 | #125 | 49 | 1 | 57 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 19 | 72 miles | 2,421 ft | 12 miles | 5,833 ft | #1,000 | #173 | 46 | ||||
| Horse | 35 | 122 miles | 22,808 ft | 56 miles | 5,413 ft | #279 | #379 | 116 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 136 | 281 miles | 40,509 ft | 100 miles | 7,077 ft | #305 | #148 | 1 | 486 | 4 | 2,815 | |
| Trail Running | 135 | 281 miles | 40,505 ft | 100 miles | 7,077 ft | #444 | #176 | 486 | 5 | 1,170 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 6 | 26 miles | 2,464 ft | 10 miles | 3,737 ft | #669 | #237 | 99 | 5 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 4 | 26 miles | 2,320 ft | 9 miles | 2,861 ft | #512 | #186 | 93 | 1 | |||
| Snowshoe | 65 | 33 miles | 3,730 ft | 14 miles | 2,051 ft | #357 | #98 | 54 | 2 | 30 | ||
| Downhill Ski | 474 | 201 miles | 242,372 ft | 192 miles | 4,610 ft | #7 | #5 | 47 | 9,715 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 107 | 37 miles | 57,871 ft | 34 miles | 3,488 ft | #70 | #13 | 47 | 2 | 4,334 | ||
| Nordic Ski | 65 | 33 miles | 3,730 ft | 14 miles | 2,051 ft | #221 | #57 | 48 | 1,219 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Aspen
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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)
- Hannon Creek Trail (4.4/5)
- Airline Trail (4.4/5)
- Scotties (4.3/5)
- Sunnyside Trail (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Aspen?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Aspen are:
- August (45 activities)
- July (44 activities)
- September (43 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Aspen?
There are 21 parking locations listed in Aspen. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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
Trails
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