Aspen Snowmass Backcountry Jeep Tours

Gold Hill Tour

One of our most popular Colorado jeep tours, this tour travels up the backside of Aspen Mountain, traversing through verdant meadows and Blue Spruce forests. Once on top, we skirt along the crest of Gold Hill Ridge, affording fantastic views of the Continental Divide on the one side, and the Montezuma Basin area on the other. Finally, we head back down through Little Annie Basin, past old mines and cabins dating back to Aspen's earliest days. Wildflowers are in abundance and there is ample opportunity for picture taking and strolling. A refreshing snack will be served along the way.

VIDEO: Aspen Mountain 4-Wheel Drive Jeep Tour

Min. Age:	None
Length:	3 hours
Season:	May 15th - October 1st
2008 rates:	Adult $79, Child 12 & under $69 (includes refreshments)
Location:	Aspen: Blazing Adventure Activity Center 555 E. Durant Ave. Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall
Time:	Snowmass: 8:30 am Aspen: 9:00 am

Elk Camp Wilderness Vista

A backcountry jeep tour and picnic to the top of Elk Camp on Snowmass Mountain is a delightful "get-away-from-it-all" experience. The Elk Camp area is privately maintained by the U.S. Forest Service and the Snowmass Ski Area; Blazing Trails Jeep Tours is the only licensed activity on the mountain. The area is closed to public transportation, which allows for a very private and peaceful visit to the top of the 11,325-foot Burnt Mountain. From the summit you will be treated to a fantastic view of Aspen Mountain, beautiful Willow Creek, and the breathtaking Maroon Bells. It is not uncommon to see the large herd of Elk, which makes its summer residence in the area. A refreshing snack will be served along the way.

Min. Age:	None
Length:	3 hours
Season:	June 1st to October 1st
2008 rates:	Adult $79, Child 12 & under $69 (includes refreshments)
Location:	Only Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall
Time:	Snowmass: 1:00 pm

A.M. or P.M. Scenic & Historical Tour

As the docents at the Historical Society always boast, there is more to Aspen than what you read about in PEOPLE Magazine. Discover some of the most picturesque places in this valley from the comfort of your seat. Stops will include Independence Pass, Watson Divide and the Snowmass Creek Valley, Red Mountain and McLain Flats. Most roads are paved.

Min. Age:	None
Length:	3 hours
Season:	May 1st - October 15th
2008 rates:	Adult $79, Child 12 & under $69
Location:	Aspen: Blazing Adventure Activity Center 555 E. Durant Ave Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall
Time:	A.M. Trip: Aspen 9:00 am and Snowmass 8:30 am P.M. Trip: Aspen 1:30 pm and Snowmass 1:00 pm

1/2 Day Historic Lenado Tour

This trip will take us up scenic Woody Creek, past the old lumber and mining town of Lenado, to the summit of Larkspur Mountain. From there you will be afforded a magnificent view of all four local ski areas, the Continental Divide, the Maroon Bells, and the entire Elk Mountain Range. A delicious picnic is served at the top of the mountain.

Min. Age:	None
Length:	5 hours
Season:	June 1st - September 30th
2008 rates:	Adult $79, Child 12 & under $69
Location:	Aspen: Blazing Adventure Activity Center 555 E. Durant Ave Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall
Time:	Snowmass: 8:30 am Aspen: 9:00 am

3/4 Day Taylor Pass

This trip starts with a spectacular drive up the Castle Creek Valley. We believe this is one of the most beautiful valleys in our area. During this ride, you'll pass one of the oldest Aspen forests, a colorful field of wild geraniums, and intriguing evidence of avalanches. Following that, we'll stop for a short historic stroll through the ghost town of Ashcroft. After Ashcroft we head up Express Creek Road on our rugged ascent to Taylor Lake. On the way, you will pass through the high alpine flora and fauna and see some of the most spectacular views of Colorado's fourteeners, which are peaks that reach a tremendous 14,000 feet above sea level. Finally with a view of the lake, lunch will be served.

Min. Age:	None
Length:	5 1/2 hours
Season:	June 20th - October 1st
2008 rates:	Adult $100, Child 12 & under $90
Location:	Aspen: Blazing Adventure Activity Center 555 E. Durant Ave Snowmass: D&E on the Snowmass Village Mall
Time:	Snowmass: 8:30 am Aspen: 9:00 am

What to Wear

Always dress in warm layers with sturdy footwear for our Colorado jeep tours. T-shirt, long sleeve shirt, sweater, and jacket on top with pants/shorts that allow free movement are recommended.

Videos

• Aspen Mountain 4-Wheel Drive Jeep Tour

Reservations

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