Mountain Announcements
Mountain Announcement
Updated March 27, 2026
Aspen Highlands Closing Early
Aspen Highlands’ final day for the 2025 to 2026 winter season will be Sunday, March 29, due to current snow conditions.
We’ll close out the season with final laps off Highland Bowl, which is expected to open for limited hours from Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29, conditions permitting, offering late season, high alpine skiing.
An end of season closing party will take place at the Merry Go Round Restaurant on Sunday, open through 3:30pm.
We’re grateful for another season at Aspen Highlands, from days in Highland Bowl to time spent at Cloud Nine and across the mountain. Thank you to our guests, community and employees whose work and energy made the season what it was.
Skiing and riding continue at Aspen Mountain and Snowmass. We’ll keep both mountains open as long as conditions allow.
Closing Dates Across Aspen Snowmass
Skiing and riding continue across the remaining mountains, with spring conditions and closing celebrations ahead.
Snowmass | April 12
Closing weekend features the Elk Camp Snow Beach Party on April 11. Snowmass remains open through April 12.
Aspen Mountain | April 19
The season wraps on April 19 with spring skiing and a closing day gathering at the Sundeck. Silver Queen Gondola is free for foot passengers starting at 12pm.
Updated March 25, 2026
Buttermilk Closed for the Season
Buttermilk is now closed for the 2025-2026 winter season as of March 25.
On Thursday, March 26, Panda Peak will operate for the Shining Stars race and Summit Express will run for the Revolution Tour at Aspen Snowmass Open. These lifts are operating for event use only, and there will not be public access to the mountain.
Buttermilk Mountain Lodge will stay open for restrooms and lunch on Thursday, March 26, and Friday, March 27, until 2:30 pm and the bar until 4 pm.
We’re grateful for another season at Buttermilk, from first turns at Panda Peak to hosting events like the Snow League and the 25th year of X Games Aspen. Thank you to our guests, athletes and community, and to the teams across the mountain whose work made the season possible.
Closing Dates Across Aspen Snowmass
Skiing and riding continue across the remaining mountains, with spring conditions and closing celebrations ahead.
Snowmass | April 12
Closing weekend features the Elk Camp Snow Beach Party on April 11. Snowmass remains open through April 12.
Aspen Highlands | April 12
Closing day brings a full mountain celebration, with activity at Cloud Nine, Merry Go Round and the Highlands Alehouse.
Aspen Mountain | April 19
The season wraps on April 19 with spring skiing and a closing day gathering at the Sundeck. Silver Queen Gondola is free for foot passengers starting at 12pm.
Parking Update for Aspen Highlands: Monday through Thursday, garage parking will be free to guests in the afternoon (after 12:30pm). Friday through Sunday, paid parking will remain 8am through 4pm. Pricing for paid parking will remain the same.
Aspen Snowmass Extended lift Hours:
Starting February 28th, the following lifts will run until 4pm:
Snowmass: Village Express, Sheer Bliss, Elk Camp Gondola
Aspen Mountain: Silver Queen Gondola, Ajax Express
Aspen Highlands: Exhibition
Buttermilk: Summit Express
On Mountain Activities
Beyond skiing and riding, winter experiences are available across the resort. Snowmass offers tubing and the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster for high energy laps and family friendly fun, while sightseeing access across all four mountains provides easy access to views, dining, and on mountain parties. After the lifts stop spinning, Ullr Nights and S’mores at Snowmass keep the evening going with food, fire pits, and fun vibes.
Uphill Policy Reminders
Uphill travel is permitted on designated routes across Aspen Snowmass. All uphillers must travel single file, stay on signed uphill routes, and remain aware of active mountain operations, including snowmaking, grooming equipment, and winch cat operations. Uphillers must yield to downhill traffic and all mountain operations at all times.
Uphill routes are unmaintained and conditions can change quickly. Obey all posted signage and closures. Dogs are not permitted on Aspen Mountain.
Outside of lift operating hours, there are no on mountain services, including ski patrol. In an emergency, please call 911.