Aspen Highlands Ski Resort
Unsurpassed views of the infamous Maroon Bells, coupled with steeps, cruisers & hike-to terrain, make Aspen Highlands a favorite for locals. For the ultimate skiing & snowboarding experience, Aspen Highlands will fill any serious snow enthusiast's need for adrenaline.

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Quick Stats about Aspen Highlands in Colorado

• Season dates: December 12, 2009 - April 4, 2010
• Base elevation: 8,040 ft./2,451 m.
• Summit elevation: 11,675 ft./3,559 m. (top of Highland Bowl 12,392 ft.)
• Vertical rise: 3,635 ft./1,108 m.
• Terrain: 1,028 acres/416 hectares
• Number of trails: 118
• Miles/km of trails: 84 miles/135 km
• Longest run: 3.5 miles/5.6 km

Aspen Highlands Terrain

• Types of trails: easiest: 18%, more difficult: 30%, most difficult: 16%, expert: 36%
• Steepest run: Go-Go Gully, Highland Bowl – slope angle of 48 degrees
• Annual snowfall: 300 inches/762 cm
• Snowmaking: 110 acres/44 hectares
• Lifts: 5: 3 high-speed quads, 2 triples
• Lift capacity: 6,500 riders/hour
• Uncrowded slopes: On average, 2 people per acre/5 people per hectare
• Best known for: Steep, big-mountain skiing in Highland Bowl, Olympic Bowl and Steeplechase

Location: Within the White River National Forest, 3 miles from downtown Aspen.
Lodging: 14,303 pillows within a 10-mile radius. To begin planning your Aspen Vacation, visit our Aspen Vacation Guide.