Aspen Highlands
aspen Highlands
Both its history and renegade personality are proof that Aspen Highlands was born different. Race down its perfectly groomed, wide-open cruisers. Charge through technical tree runs off Deep Temerity. Hike the ridge and conquer the 270 acres of the legendary Highland Bowl, then toast the day at the lively après scene found only at Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro. The options are endless on this maverick mountain.
From first chair to last call, this mountain delivers an experience that feels raw, authentic and unforgettable. It’s a place where locals mix easily with travellers, where every run tells a story, and where the views of the Maroon Bells stop you in your tracks. Whether you’re chasing powder in The Bowl, carving cruisers across wide-open terrain, or soaking up the après atmosphere, Aspen Highlands remains one of the true icons of Colorado skiing and a must-do highlight of any Aspen ski holiday.
mountain stats
Base Elevation
8,040 feet / 2,451 meters
Summit Elevation
11,675 feet / 3,559 meters
(Top of Highland Bowl 12,392 feet / 3,777 meters)
Aspen Highlands Vertical Rise
3,635 feet / 1,108 meters
Terrain
1,040 acres / 421 hectares
Number of Trails
144
Miles/km of Trails
84 miles / 135 kilometers
Longest Run
3.5 miles / 5.6 kilometers
Steepest Runs
Go-Go Gully, Highland Bowl
(description on Aspen Highlands’ Extreme Guide), with a slope angle of 48 degrees
Snowmaking
121 acres / 49 hectares
Lifts
Five
Restaurants
Four total: Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro (lunches and snowcat dinners), Highlands Alehouse, Merry-Go-Round, and Willow Creek Bistro.
Aspen Highlands trail map
Aspen Highlands is known for delivering a pure mountain experience with a rugged, adventurous feel that sets it apart from the other Aspen Snowmass mountains. It’s home to the legendary Highland Bowl – a massive expanse of expert terrain accessed by a hike to over 12,000 feet – offering some of the steepest and most rewarding turns in North America. But it’s not just for the experts. This unique mountain also features a balanced mix of intermediate trails, scenic groomers, and uncrowded runs, all with stunning views of the Maroon Bells towering in the distance.
There’s a down-to-earth energy here that makes this mountain a favourite among locals and returning visitors. With a smaller village feel at the base, friendly staff, classic après spots like Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro, and a laid-back vibe that prioritises great skiing over glitz. It’s the kind of place where you can carve fresh tracks in the morning and be sharing stories with new mates by lunch. Whether you’re in it for the hike, the views, or the unfiltered mountain culture, Aspen Highlands delivers every time.
