Lost Forest
A zipline, ropes courses, the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster, miles of hiking trails, a high-mountain fishing pond, disc golf, and a climbing wall—welcome to Lost Forest, a mid-mountain playground for adventurers of any age.
Summer Operating Dates
Open: Daily June 21–September 4, Weekends September: 8-10, 15-17, 22-24, 29-October 1
Close: October 2
Nestled in the pines at Elk Camp on Snowmass, Lost Forest is immersive yet accessible—inviting you to lean into your sense of wonder by spending time in nature. Walk off the gondola and into an adventure on an alpine coaster, biking trails, a ropes course, a climbing wall, fishing ponds, hiking trails, and a disc golf course. Take it all in alone with the Base Ticket or opt for a guided exploration with the Treeline or Canopy Ticket. Here, surrounded by wild beauty, you can enjoy nature with the whole family—welcome to Lost Forest.
Please review our Lost Forest Rules & Regulations before purchasing your Lost Forest admission.
Base Ticket
Lost Forest Base Ticket includes lift access to Elk Camp Gondola and chair, the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster, Rugged Ascent Climbing Wall, Aerial Approach Disc Golf, Trout Hook Fishing Pond, and Elevated Journeys Hiking Trails. Times are 10:30am–4pm (activity closing times vary).
Treeline Ticket
Lost Forest Treeline Ticket includes access to Elk Camp Gondola and chair, Treeline Trial Challenge Course, Breathtaker Alpine Coaster, Rugged Ascent Climbing Wall, Aerial Approach Disc Golf, Trout Hook Fishing Pond, and Elevated Journeys Hiking Trails. Children under the age of 8 typically do not meet our height requirement for the Treeline Trial Challenge Course. Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. One adult may accompany no more than 2 children at a time. Times are 10:30am–4pm (activity closing times vary).
Canopy Ticket
Soar above Snowmass with multiple ziplines, sky bridges, rappels, and platforms mounted in the trees themselves for a thrilling adventure through the canopy! Guests must be 16 years old or accompanied by an adult. Maximum of 8 people per tour. Reservations are required and are nonrefundable within 48 hours of tour start time. Check in at the Ticket Office at the Base of the Elk Camp Gondola at least 30 minutes prior to your reservation time.
Completely unused Snowmass Bike Park, Sightseeing, and Lost Forest Base tickets are refundable. Lost Forest Canopy, Treeline, and Bonus Night Tickets require 48-hour cancellation notice. No refunds due to weather if operations remain open. No partial refunds.
Weather Policy
Summer weather in the Rocky Mountains is unpredictable and out of our control. As a result, we do not offer refunds due to weather impacts on our operation. Please check the forecast while planning your activities.
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