Aspen

Although water sports aren’t the first thing that come to mind when considering an Aspen summer vacation, this mountain town’s plethora of local rivers and lakes provides a playground for those looking to get wet.

For those looking for a little pampering while on vacation, Aspen, Colorado, might be the perfect place for a peaceful getaway. Aspen has a number of rejuvenating spas that promote wellness and healthy living - and can leave you feeling energized, youthful and joyful! Local...

One of the most popular summer activities in Aspen is golf. Makes sense, right? Aspen’s beautiful scenery provides the perfect backdrop at a number of local golf courses: The Aspen Golf Club, Maroon Creek Club, Snowmass Club, Roaring Fork Club, River Valley Ranch and Aspen Glen.

An Aspen horseback riding excursion gives guests a taste of the Old West that’s still alive and well, and our trusted outfitters provide authentic Western forays into Aspen’s easy-to-access wilderness.

Aspen’s natural beauty can be experienced all year long. And a paragliding trip offers the most exciting aerial option with unbeatable scenes.

Frias Properties extranet specialist Jenny Jacque has been taking advantage of the wonderful weather this spring to hike Smuggler Mountain during her lunch breaks. Smuggler Mountain is a well-known Aspen landmark and the one-and-a-half-mile trail is one of the most popular workouts for mountain bikers, runners and hikers. The hike provides great scenery all along the way, leading to a platform at the top which has an amazing view of Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley. From there, hikers can return down the mountain or continue on to the Hunter Creek loop for an added challenge.

See our top recommendations for where to fuel up for your Aspen adventures, from grab-and-go coffee shops to indulgent lunch hot spots.

Aspen, Colorado, is pretty much synonymous with the word skiing. If you look in the dictionary, it defines Aspen as any of a large number of various poplar trees that you would see when visiting here - no coincidence by the way. The locals who...