Snowshoe Tours
Weave in and out of serene spruce and fir forests as you take in majestic views from Richmond Ridge at Aspen Mountain or along a babbling creek at Snowmass with a knowledgeable Naturalist on this guided snowshoe tour.
ACES Snowshoe Tours
Aspen
Weave in and out of serene spruce and fir forests as you take in Aspen's majestic vistas from Richmond Ridge with a knowledgeable Naturalist on this two-hour guided snowshoe tour. Learn about wildlife in winter, tracking, mountain ecology, Aspen history, avalanches, and winter habitats. You must purchase tickets in advance.- Every day at 10 am and 1 pm. Meet guide at the top of Aspen Mountain, in front of the gondola. Snowshoe tours begin on December 16.
- Limited to 15 people.
- Purchase tickets online or at any lift ticket office.
- Please allow 30 minutes before the tour for ticket purchase and gondola ride.
- Prices: $82 Adults, $61 youth ages 17 and under and seniors 65 and up.
- Tour price includes gondola ride, snowshoes, knowledgeable guide, and basic snowshoeing instruction.
Non-Adult anyone outside the 18-64 age range. 7-17 (Child/Teen) will need to purchase lift access, while under 6 just needs the non-adult snowshoe activity product. Lift access is free for kids 6 and under. Seniors 65+ can also purchase at the non-adult rate.
- Approximately 1.5 miles round trip. Tours take place on gentle terrain and are held at a leisurely pace.
- Warm boots, winter clothing, sunscreen, and water are strongly recommended.
- Ages 7 and up.
- Reservations required.
- Call ACES during open hours (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm) with any questions 970-925-5756.
Snowmass
Explore spruce and fir forests along a babbling creek in the Snowmass Ski Area on this two-hour guided snowshoe tour with a Naturalist from Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES). Learn about Rocky Mountain winter ecology, animals, and more as you discover the area and enjoy the silence of a snow-covered forest. You must purchase tickets in advance.- Beginning December 16, tours are offered every day at 10am and 1pm. Meet at the top of Elk Camp Gondola. Purchase tickets online or at any lift ticket office.
- Limited to 15 people.
- Please allow 30 minutes before the tours for ticket purchase and gondola ride.
- Prices: $82 Adults, $61 youth ages 17 and under and seniors 65 and up.
- Tour price includes gondola ride, snowshoes, knowledgeable guide, and basic snowshoeing instruction.
Non-Adult anyone outside the 18-64 age range. 7-17 (Child/Teen) will need to purchase lift access, while under 6 just needs the non-adult snowshoe activity product. Lift access is free for kids 6 and under. Seniors 65+ can also purchase at the non-adult rate.
- Approximately 1.5 miles round trip. Tours take place on gentle terrain and are held at a leisurely pace.
- Warm boots, winter clothing, sunscreen, and water are strongly recommended.
- Ages 7 and up.
- Reservations required.
- Call ACES during open hours (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm) with any questions 970-925-5756.
**Youth & Senior ages 7-17 and 65 and up
