If you’re looking for the perfect place to work on your mogul skiing, Scarlett’s Run at Aspen Highlands should be at the top of your list. As part of our Aspen Snowmass Favourite Runs series, this trail combines a consistent fall line with well-rounded medium sized bumps, making it ideal for intermediate skiers developing their skills and advanced skiers who thrive in the moguls.
Access Point
Scarlett’s Run is located mid-mountain on Aspen Highlands and is accessed from the Cloud Nine lift. At the base of the run, you’ll find the Merry-Go-Round Restaurant – a convenient spot to take a break, enjoy a coffee, or grab lunch before heading back out for another lap.
The Experience
The appeal of Scarlett’s Run at Aspen Highlands lies in its consistency. The moguls are well-shaped and evenly spaced, giving you the ideal terrain to refine technique and build confidence. Intermediates will find it challenging yet accessible, while advanced skiers can push harder and test their speed, control and endurance.
It’s the kind of run that rewards repetition: lap after lap, your rhythm improves, your movements get sharper, and the moguls become less intimidating.
When It’s Best
Scarlett’s Run is enjoyable in almost any conditions, but it’s particularly rewarding when:
- Big powder days make it impossible to ski a bad line.
- Fresh snow softens the bumps, making them more forgiving.
- The base is packed powder and chalky, so you can ski a straighter line and still control your speed.
- The base is firm and the moguls are crisp, creating a technical challenge.
Scarlett’s Run in Action
Here’s a look at how Scarlett’s Run skis on a powder day. This video captures exactly why it’s become one of our favourite Aspen Snowmass runs.
The Views
Aspen Highlands is famous for its dramatic Elk Mountain scenery, and Scarlett’s Run offers plenty of moments to soak it in. Even as you focus on linking turns through the bumps, the backdrop reminds you why this is such a special place to ski.
Who Will Love It
Intermediates progressing from groomers to moguls WILL LOVE IT!
Advanced skiers who thrive on rhythm and flow in the bumps WILL LOVE IT!
Anyone who enjoys a fun lap with the bonus of a mid-mountain break nearby WILL LOVE IT!
Why Scarlett’s Run Belongs on Your List
With user-friendly moguls, a smooth fall line and easy access, Scarlett’s Run at Aspen Highlands is one of those trails that keeps you coming back. Whether you’re fine-tuning your technique or just looking for a satisfying lap, it delivers. And with the Merry-Go-Round Restaurant right at the base, you can ski hard, then refuel before heading out again.
That mix of challenge, fun and convenience is why Scarlett’s Run at Aspen Highlands has earned its place in our Aspen Snowmass Favourite Runs series.
👉 Start exploring the rest of our favourite Aspen Snowmass runs to discover more must-ski trails across all four mountains.
