Conundrum Hot Springs are a group of natural springs located at the end of a 0.8 mile journey through Triangle Pass. Camping around the Hot Springs is limited but what the trail guides don’t know won’t hurt them. If continuing up Triangle Pass, you can connect with the East Maroon and Copper Passes, or continue approximately 10 miles further to Gothic at Crested Butte. Elevation: 8,500 ft. - 12,500 ft.

Perhaps the quintessential Aspen experience, a ride up the Silver Queen Gondola to the top of Aspen Mountain is a must for every visitor. In winter, ride to the top to ski Ajax, snowshoe Richmond Ridge, or relax on the sun-drenched Sundeck. In summer, activities abound - hiking, disc golf, kids' games, concerts and more. For Aspenites, life at 11,212 feet can't be beat!

The CVC trailheads are a popular area for picnicking and exploring. There is a waterfall, some interesting rock formations, an ice cave, and numerous short trails. The Crater Lake trail begins at Maroon Lake, 10 miles up Maroon Creek Road. The Maroon-Snowmass Trail climbs through the Aspens to the lake. The left trail or the scenic trail follows a river and crosses two bridges, then climbs steeply to meet with the Maroon-Snowmass Trail. Distance to the trail is 1.75 miles one way.

Get your skates on and make for the centre of Aspen, where you can glide around this outdoor rink while music is piped in and Aspen Mountain looms overhead.

At nearly 8,000 feet above sea level, you might feel like you're at the top of the world in downtown Aspen. But trust us; you can go higher - much higher. Paragliding tandem off the slopes of Aspen Mountain will bring you far above the town for a bird's-eye view of downtown, the slopes and everything in between.