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May - October
Half Day Hiking Tours
| Minimum Age: | 8 years old |
| Length: | 3 - 4 hours |
| Season: | May 1st - October 15th |
| 2011 rates: | Adults $76, Child 12 and under $66 |
| Provisions: | Snacks, Packs, Water, & Rain Jackets |
| Location: | Aspen: Blazing Adventure Activity Center 555 E. Durant Ave. Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall |
| Time: | A.M. Trips - Snowmass: 8:15 am Aspen: 8:45 am P.M. Trips - Snowmass: 1:00 pm Aspen: 1:30 pm |
Difficult Creek Tour
Named after Difficult Creek, this forested trail offers a gradual uphill and views of Aspen and the valley. After a gradual uphill of one mile, the trail rejoins the magical sound of the running creek. Hiking next to this stream is definitely the highlight of this tour. Return on the same trail. Transportation is included.
| Round Trip Distance: | 3 - 4 miles |
| Level: | Novice |
| Starting Elevation: | 8,200 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 600 - 1,000 feet |
Hunter Creek Tour
Enjoy great views of the Elk Mountain Range and the town of Aspen while meandering through aspen groves and colorful fields. This hike begins in Aspen and climbs into the flat valley of Hunter Creek. Return on the same trail. Transportation is included.
| Round Trip Distance: | 3 - 4 miles |
| Level: | Novice |
| Starting Elevation: | 7,900 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 600 - 1,000 feet |
Crater Lake Tour
This hike begins at beautiful Maroon Lake and climbs gradually to Crater Lake. The stunning view of the 14,000 foot Maroon Bells will reward you along the way. You'll learn about the formations of the Bells, native vegetation and a family of beavers that calls the lake their home. Return on the same trail. Transportation is included.
| Round Trip Distance: | 3 miles |
| Level: | Novice |
| Starting Elevation: | 9,600 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 700 feet |
Snowmass Creek Tour
The half-day hike starts near the base of the Campground ski area at Snowmass Mountain. The impressive expanse of Mt. Daly forms a beautiful backdrop for the beginning of this hike. The first few miles of the trail are gradual, passing through aspen groves and meadows. As the trail draws close to Snowmass Creek, we follow the river and the surroundings begin to change. Traveling through woods and open meadows, we are afforded great views of the peaks ahead. Return on the same trail. Transportation is included.
| Round Trip Distance: | 3 - 4 miles |
| Level: | Novice |
| Starting Elevation: | 8,400 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 1,000 feet |
3/4 Day Hiking Tours
| Minimum Age: | American Lake: 12 years old Grizzly Lake: 16 years old |
| Length: | 6 - 8 hours |
| Season: | May 1st - October 15th |
| 2011 rates: | Adults $101 (includes lunch) |
| Provisions: | Packs, Water, & Rain Jackets |
| Location: | Aspen: Blazing Adventure Activity Center 555 E. Durant Ave. Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall |
| Time: | Snowmass: 8:00 am Aspen: 8:30 am |
Grizzly Lake
This trip begins with a 4WD ride through the Lincoln Creek valley to our trailhead. This scenic trail takes you along the Continental Divide up to a deep alpine lake located at the base of 13,988-foot Grizzly Peak.
| Round Trip Distance: | 7.5 miles |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Starting Elevation: | 10,500 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 2,200 feet |
American Lake Tour
This trip to American Lake gives the hiker a chance to see the scenic Castle Creek Valley and an alpine lake nestled among 12,000 and 13,000-foot peaks. The trail ascends 2,000 feet in 3 miles. This fairly strenuous hike is well worth the effort. The shoreline of the lake makes for a great picnic place. The return route is on the same trail.
| Round Trip Distance: | 7 miles |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Starting Elevation: | 9,400 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 2,000 feet |
Full Day Colorado Hiking Tours
| Min. Age: | 16 years old |
| Length: | 8 hours |
| Season: | June 15th - October 1st |
| 2011 rates: | Adults $129 (includes lunch) |
| Provisions: | Snacks, Packs, Water, & Rain Jackets |
| Location: | Aspen: Blazing Adventure Activity Center 555 E. Durant Ave. Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall |
| Time: | Snowmass: 8:00 am Aspen: 8:30 am |
Lost Man Loop Tour
This high altitude trail begins near Independence Pass. Hiking through delicate tundra and visiting two alpine lakes with awesome views of the Continental Divide will be the reward for your journey.
| Round Trip Distance: | 9 miles |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Starting Elevation: | 11,500 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 1,300 feet |
Buckskin Pass Tour
This trail takes you to the heart of the Maroon - Snowmass Wilderness. You will experience unsurpassed views of Crater Lake, the Maroon Bells, Pyramid Peak, Capitol Peak and more. If you are an accomplished hiker, you won't want to miss this one!
| Round Trip Distance: | 9.5 miles |
| Level: | Advance |
| Starting Elevation: | 9,500 feet |
| Elevation Gain: | 3,100 feet |
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