Aspen Snowmass is home to four incredible mountains – Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk and Snowmass – each offering its own unique flavour of terrain. With nearly 5,000 acres to explore, the options can feel endless. That’s why we’ve created our Aspen Snowmass Favourite Runs series: a collection of the trails we come back to again and again, and the ones we think you’ll love most too.
This page is your guide to the series. From here, you’ll be able to jump into detailed write-ups of each run – what makes them special, how to get there, when they’re at their best, and why they deserve a spot on your hit list.
What Makes a Run “Favourite”?
When we talk about a “favourite” run, it isn’t just about steepness or speed. It’s about that feeling when you drop in – the mix of pitch, flow, snow and scenery that makes the trail memorable. For us, an Aspen Snowmass favourite run usually ticks several boxes:
- Easy Access – No one wants a mission just to reach a great trail. Each run we feature is straightforward to find and worth the chairlift ride.
- The Experience – A balance of terrain, fall line and flow that makes skiing or riding pure joy.
- Conditions – A run that shines in powder, on a groomer, or both.
- The Views – Those classic Colorado outlooks that make you pause mid-run just to take it all in.
- For Everyone* – Trails that appeal across all ability levels, approachable for intermediates, yet still exciting for advanced skiers.
* Occasionally, we’ll feature challenging runs for advanced/expert skiers only but we’ll be sure to give you the heads-up!
How to Use This Guide
Each run in our series follows the same structure, so you’ll know exactly what to expect:
[Run Name] – AN Aspen Snowmass Favourite
Intro
We set the scene and share why this run stands out.
Access Point
How to get there.
The Experience
What it feels like to ski or ride it. Pitch, flow, terrain type, and why it’s fun.
When It’s Best
How conditions affect it — powder mornings vs groomed afternoons, light and visibility, or time of day.
The Views
What you’ll see from the trail — valleys, peaks, or that classic Colorado horizon.
Who Will Love It
A quick wrap-up of who the run suits and why it’s worth putting on your list.
Our Aspen Snowmass Favourite Runs (So Far)
As we roll out the series, you’ll be able to explore each run in detail here:
- Grey Wolf – Snowmass
- Scarlett’s Run – Aspen Highlands
- Buttermilk Mountain Top-To-Bottom
- Aspen Mountain all to yourself
(Links will be added as each run gets its own post so check back for updates! And be sure to visit our YouTube Channel to watch all the videos of our favourite runs.)
These are just some of the incredible trails that make Aspen Colorado a skier’s paradise.
Why This Series Matters
Whether you’re visiting Aspen Snowmass for the first time or you’re a seasoned regular, knowing the Aspen Snowmass favourite runs makes your ski day flow. This series isn’t just about giving you a trail map – it’s about sharing the lived experience of skiing here. The kind of knowledge you usually only get from locals and long-time return guests.
Aspen Snowmass has something for everyone. With this series, you’ll know exactly where to head when you want:
- A powder playground that feels like your own private stash
- A fast cruiser for laying down big arcs
- A scenic run where you’ll stop mid-turn just to take in the view
- A challenge that tests your legs and leaves you buzzing at the bottom
Ready to Explore?
Start with our first feature:
👉 Grey Wolf – A Snowmass Favourite
And don’t forget to check back often as we add more runs to the series. Before long, this page will be your go-to guide for the very best of the Aspen Snowmass favourite runs.
