Welcome to the Tyrolean Lodge! We’re pleased you’ve chosen to stay at our family owned and operated lodge. It’s with much delight we bring heritage, lifestyle and Aspen culture to our hotel. Please enjoy our photos of ski mountaineering in our local Elk Mountain Range, maps of numerous wilderness areas, vintage skis and historical photos throughout the premises.
It’s important for us to provide a pleasant environment for you! Dial 100 from your room phone and the front desk will be happy to assist you with any needs. This guest book is an excellent resource for discovering hidden gems in the area.
Aspen is a fun and vibrant town, abundant in art, music, culture, delicious food, hiking, biking, winter sports, lectures, films and wilderness trails. To maximize your visit stop by our office for maps, info and local suggestions.
We genuinely hope you enjoy your time in Aspen. Thank you for being a wonderful and special guest of the Tyrolean Lodge.
Sincerely,
The Wille Family & Tyrolean Team
FAMED TYROLEAN EAGLE BY LOU WILLE
LODGE INFORMATION
CHECK- IN: 3:00 p.m. CHECK- OUT: 11:00 a.m.
LATE CHECK- OUT: Sorry, no late check-out is available. There is no bathroom or shower after check out. We can store your luggage for you in the office.
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Dial 100.
NIGHT CLERK: Available after 8:00 p.m. Dial 100 from your room or office phone. Please don’t call after midnight for non-emergencies. ** Please DO call the night clerk at any time for noise, rowdy neighbors or any disturbances.**
ROOM PHONE: Free local and toll free calls. Dial 9 + number.
PARKING is available in our lot in front of the Lodge. If that is full it is ok to park on the street overnight after 4 p.m. until 10 a.m. Monday-Friday. There are no street parking restrictions on Saturdays and Sundays. Residential parking permits are available for extended hours for a $3.00 fee. Leave your car behind and walk to town. Aspen is a very pedestrian friendly town and best enjoyed on foot.
HOUSEKEEPING is generally between 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. If you place the “Do Not Disturb” sign on your doorknob your room won’t be cleaned or replenished. Coffee and towels are available by contacting the front desk before 7:00 p.m. There is no maid service after 12:00 p.m. INTERNET is free. The WIFI password is on the bottom of your check in receipt, or on a tent card placed in the room. Connect to Tyrolean Lodge network, and enter password.
COFFEE makers and organic coffee are located inside your upper kitchen cabinets.
RECYCLING bin is located at the end of the hall outside by the alley. You may also place garbage in the adjacent dumpster.
DRINK VENDING MACHINE located outside by the lawn and parking lot.
ICE can be found in the freezer in the kitchenette. Sorry there is no ice machine. Ice can be purchased at Carl’s Pharmacy three blocks east on Main St.
HEAT: Thermostat located on wall. 70 degrees is appropriate. Rooms heat slowly. Setting heat to 80 will only make the room too hot later and will not make it heat faster.
SKI STORAGE: Please put ski gear in your closet inside your room’s front door. Please no waxing or scraping in your room. That can be done in the alley outside.
QUIET HOURS: We ask all guests to respect 10:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. as quiet hours. Please call Night Clerk right away if other guests are disturbing the peace.
NEED SOME RAGS: Please don’t use our towels for mud or make-up removal. Rags are available at front desk for your use.
ASHCROFT GHOST TOWN
LODGE POLICIES
RATES are for 1 or 2 people plus $15.00 per night for each additional person over 16 years of age. (Maximum 5 people per room)
RESERVATION CHANGES: Guests are responsible for the full length of their reservation regardless of the reason.
PETS: Sorry no pets are allowed on the property or in parked vehicles in our lot. A cleaning fee of $150 will be charged to your credit card if a pet is in your room.
SERVICE DOGS may never be left unattended in rooms.
SMOKING: All rooms are non-smoking! No smoking of any kind is permitted. This includes, but is not limited to; cigarettes, cigars, marijuana, e-cigs, vaping. A $200 cleaning fee WILL BE charged when smoking occurs inside the room. Please smoke outside, 15 feet away from the building and hallways. The alley and back entrance are good places to smoke.
MUSIC TENT
LOCAL INFO
ASPEN MUSICAL FESTIVAL AT THE MUSIC TENT & HARRIS CONCERT HALL: Aspen hosts a summer-long, world-famous classical music festival. To get to the tent, walk or drive six blocks north on 1st street, which turns into Lake Avenue then continue on Gillespie St. to the parking lot, or take the Crosstown free shuttle leaving from the Yellow Brick School on 1st and Bleeker St. 960 N. 3rd St. 970-925-3254.
SUMMER SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET: Located in downtown Aspen from 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., this marketplace runs from the middle of June to the middle of October. Three blocks of hand-crafted food, art and clothing offer much to explore. West Hopkins Ave.
THE ASPEN TIMES and ASPEN DAILY NEWS are great resources for town happenings. Newspapers can be found out front of the Lodge on Main Street.
EXPLORER BOOK STORE: Browse and relax in Aspen’s own unique bookstore. There’s a quaint organic bistro upstairs. Just two blocks east on Main Street, 221 East Main St, it’s a wonderful and convenient getaway.
INSIDER TIP: •WINTER: The Bud Light HI-FI free concert series is an excellent. •SUMMER: We love the full volume energy of tourist and local interactions at the Farmers’ Market. Clothing stores have frequent sales with seasonal changes.
MAROON LAKE VIEW OF MAROON BELLS
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
THE MAROON BELLS is an incredibly beautiful place well worth experiencing. During the summer cars are permitted only before 7:00 a.m. and after 5:00 p.m. To go to the Bells between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. either drive to Aspen Highlands parking lot or catch the Castle/Maroon bus 1 block east of the Lodge on Main Street. The bus from town runs every 20 minutes starting at 8:02 a.m. Take the free Castle/Maroon bus to the Aspen Highlands where you’ll pay $8.00 inside Four Mountain Sports to board the Maroon Bells bus. The last bus down is 5:00 p.m., so don’t miss it! Throughout June and October cars are permitted anytime; however, ask front desk for specific dates. The road is closed for cars in the winter months, but walking and cross country skiing can be excellent alternatives. Snowmobile tours from T Lazy Seven Ranch are also available.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE BELLS: Take 82 west about one mile to the roundabout, then take the second exit onto Maroon Creek Road. Follow Maroon Creek Road past the T-7-Lazy Ranch until you reach the parking lot, 9 miles up. There’s a $10.00 fee per car.
INSIDER TIP: Be prepared! Bring a raincoat, and maybe binoculars for spotting wildlife. Moose are known to frequent Maroon Lake and all along Maroon Creek on the drive to the lake.
PINE CREEK COOKHOUSE
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
ASHCROFT: Visit a 135 year old ghost town from the silver mining days. Summer hiking, winter cross-country skiing trails and sleigh rides are available. From the roundabout, take the third exit onto Castle Creek Road and continue for 13 miles.
PINE CREEK COOKHOUSE: Located in Ashcroft at the base of the Elk Mt. Range, this unique destination serves up hearty gourmet lunches and dinners. Reservations are recommended. 970-925-1044 pinecreekcookhouse.com
FREE SKIER SHUTTLE: Aspen has four ski mountains. Each ski area has a different pick up spot. Ask the front desk. Buses run every 15 minutes in the morning and afternoon, and every half hour mid-day during ski season.
NORDIC SKI TRAILS: aspennordic.com In the winter there are 90 kms of free groomed cross country trails for classic or skate skiing. The Aspen Cross Country Center on the Aspen Golf Course has rentals, and is a good place to start.
INSIDER TIP: Castle Creek Rd in the fall is a spectacular drive into the heart of the Elk Mountains. Experience several invigorating hikes from there or ski from Ashcroft to the Pine Creek Cookhouse for a real treat.
SUNNYSIDE TRAIL
BIKING & WALKING TRAILS
RIO GRANDE TRAIL can be found just below Clark’s Market. This old rail road grade turned bike path runs along the Roaring Fork River from Aspen all the way to Glenwood Springs. The perfect place for a morning run or bike cruise.
EAST ASPEN TRAIL: This gravel path runs alongside the Roaring Fork River east of town and is one of the few flat trails around. While Highway 82 is on one side, the North Star Nature Preserve is on the other. Enjoy a pleasant walk, run, or bike ride.
JOHN DENVER SANCTUARY: This beautifully designed park runs along the Roaring Fork River. Ponds, streams and trails lead through enchanting boulders with iconic John Denver lyrics. This is a great place to walk and contemplate, and can be found on the east side of Mill Street, opposite Clark’s Market. The chrome buffalo sculpture was made by Lou Wille, builder of the Tyrolean Lodge.
ASPEN DOWNTOWN CORE: This pedestrian mall offers, shops, restaurants, bars and world class people watching.
INSIDER TIP: •Bike the Rio Grande all the way to Woody Creek Tavern and reap the rewards of your labors. •The Pedestrian Mall is active and vibrant…the perfect place for a leisurely stroll, and the outdoor patios make for interesting people watching.
UTE TRAIL
LOCAL HIKING TRAILS
Aspen is nestled in the Elk Mountain Range and is surrounded by National Forest, three designated Wilderness Areas and seven peaks over 14,000 feet. Recreation opportunities abound with summer hiking trails, trail running, mountain biking, ski- touring and climbing.
HUNTER CREEK TRAIL: (moderate to easy) This wilderness trail is close to town. A pleasant, creek-side hike leads to the beautiful Hunter Valley meadow. This is a great spot for trail running.
SMUGGLER MOUNTAIN ROAD: Enjoy a quick work out during summer or winter. Hike up to the observation deck for excellent views of town and Aspen Mountain.
UTE TRAIL: (steep/strenuous) Hike to the rock out cropping for awesome views high above Aspen. It is possible to continue to the top of Aspen Mountain for an extended hike. During the summer operating hours the gondola is free to ride down.
SUNNYSIDE TRAIL: (moderate) This south-facing hike is wide open with good views of Aspen and the Elk Mountains.
INSIDER TIP: •There are loads of great hikes around Aspen. Ask us at the front desk and we’ll help you select the perfect choice. •Sunrise on the Ute Trail is pretty spectacular.
LINKINS LAKE
INDEPENDENCE PASS TRAILS
GROTTOS DAY USE AREA: For picnicking and exploring with waterfalls, sculpted granite, ice caves and short trails, look no further. 9 miles east of Aspen, highway 82.
LINKINS LAKE: This short hike leads to a glacial cirque with an alpine lake, tundra and magnificent views of the Continental Divide. Drive 18 miles east of Aspen on the last switchback before the top of Independence Pass.
LOST MAN TRAIL: This moderately long hike has a few steep sections. Pass by three alpine lakes with views of the Continental Divide, nearly making a loop. This local favorite is a classic alpine hike. Drive 14 miles east of Aspen, highway 82.
INSIDER TIP: •Make an effort to drive up Independence Pass and leave plenty of time to stop and have a short walkabout anywhere that looks interesting. •There is cliff jumping at Devil’s Punchbowl just before the Grottos. •Take an easy hike to the Grottos to view beautiful, glacial sculpted granite and picturesque cascading falls of the Roaring Fork River.
ELK
CASTLE CREEK ROAD
AMERICAN LAKE TRAIL is a beautiful three-mile hike switch backing through aspen forests, before leveling somewhat and reaching a spruce forest with meadows, wild- flowers, and an alpine lake. It’s a perfect half day hike. 10 miles up Castle Creek Rd.
CATHEDRAL LAKE TRAIL is a three-mile hike through aspen forests along cascading Pine Creek. The trail then ascends through spruce forests to an alpine lake and rugged peaks. 12.2 miles up Castle Creek Road from the roundabout.
ELECTRIC PASS TRAIL is a six mile hike up to 13,600 ft. with spectacular 360 degree views. Follow the Cathedral Lake Trail up to the Electric Pass Trail.
INSIDER TIP: If you fancy going up Electric Pass to 13k feet, the winds can be cold even during the summer, but it’s the views that will make your eyes water.
SUNNYSIDE TRAIL
MOUNTAIN BIKING
SMUGGLER MOUNTAIN ROAD This ride begins with a hard climb and leads to an awesome gateway of multiple loops in the Hunter Creek Valley.
SKY MOUNTAIN PARK: This recently acquired open space property lies on the ridge between Brush Creek and Owl Creek, above the airport. Many different routes sprawl on perfectly-graded modern trails. Views of Aspen, Independence Pass, Snowmass and the rugged Elk Mountains abound. Really awesome and totally worthwhile.
SNOWMASS ski area has extensive lift-served downhill and cross country mountain biking trails. Downhill bikes are available for rent.
ROAD BIKING CASTLE CREEK ROAD to Ashcroft and MAROON CREEK ROAD to the Maroon Bells are a pleasure to climb with little auto traffic. Each trek is about 10 miles, one way. There is a reason many professional riders live in Aspen.
INSIDER TIP: Park at Snowmass Recreation Center. Ride uphill on the East Rim Trail 3 miles. Turn right at 7 Star Trail for 5 miles of perfect downhill rolling.
CLASSIC WINTER JUMPING
ADVENTURE AND FUN
HIGHLAND BOWL AT ASPEN HIGHLANDS: Hiking the 800 vertical foot boot-pack to the 12,392 foot peak, is a rite of passage. Pyramid Peak and the Maroon Bells dominate the view as prayer flags ripple in the wind. On powder days the 2,500 foot decent into the bowl can be some of the deepest and steepest skiing on the planet.
SILVER CIRCLE ICE RINK: Adjacent to CP Burger, Silver Circle Ice Rink makes skating a family affair with a charming atmosphere and small-town spirit. Order a burger first and skate it off, or earn yourself some truffle fries by racing your family around the rink.
FIS TRAIL: Aspen Mountain’s FIS Trail was named for the FIS World Championships held here in 1950, marking the first time the event was held outside of Europe. The race included downhill and slalom events, and – for the first time in history – giant slalom. Since then, ski racing has remained an institution in Aspen. Swedish powerhouse Ingemar Stenmark won his final race here in 1989, and Americans Billy Kidd, Tamara McKinney, Phil Mahre, Bill Johnson, and Mikaela Shiffrin have all taken home gold on the historic trail.
HIKING HIGHLAND BOWL
ULLR NIGHTS: The name Ullr gestures toward the Norse God of Snow, and every Friday of the winter season, Aspen-Snowmass creates a winter wonderland at the top of Elk Camp Gondola. Activities such as tubing, ice skating, snow-biking, s’mores and hot chocolate by the bonfire are annual staples of the event, and new this past year is the Alpine Coaster. A full slate of activities is offered inside, and gourmet meals and hot chocolate are the perfect complement to the celebration of the winter season! The cost is ten dollars.
SNOWMASS CROSS COUNTRY CENTER: Access the Roaring Fork Valley’s 90-plus kilometers of free trails from the Snowmass Cross Country Center, where equipment and the Black Saddle Bar and Grille can be found inside. The nearby terrain offers miles of beginner and intermediate cross-country trails. As an added benefit, The Ute Mountaineer runs an in-house shop that offers rentals, and lessons can be booked in the clubhouse.
ASHCROFT SKI TOURING: Located twelve miles from Aspen in the Castle Creek Valley, the ski area offers a range of trails fit for beginner, intermediate, and advanced Nordic skiers. Roughly 22 miles of groomed trails extend over 600 acres surrounding the ghost town of Ashcroft, mixing history and adventure. A sophisticated menu at the Pine Creek Cookhouse will remind you that you’re only miles from Colorado’s culinary capital. Rentals, lessons, and guided tours are available.
BLISS IN THE GROTTOS
MOOSE: Moose are considered to be the most dangerous wild animal in Colorado. Turning and running is the best option when encountering a moose. Get away from the situation as soon as possible, and try to avoid contact. Unlike mountain lions and bears, moose are not easily spooked, and they do not fear humans.
THE LOST FOREST: Elk Camp on Snowmass Mountain now boasts an outdoor adventure forest, complete with an Alpine coaster, zip lines, biking trails, ropes challenges, climbing walls and disc golf courses. There are ponds to fish in and creeks to hike along for a full day of family fun.
WHEELER OPERA HOUSE: With a history that goes back to 1889, Aspen’s beloved community performance venue is the premier spot for films, lectures, community events, opera and marquee concerts. The wheeler has hosted talents such as Jerry Seinfeld, Oprah Winfrey, and Sheryl Crow.
ISIS MOVIE THEATER: Relax in a reclining chair and enjoy a glass of chardonnay for the full cinematic experience in Aspen’s boutique-style movie theater.
SNOWMASS LANES & LOUNGE: This Snowmass hot spot features eight full-length bowling lanes with cushy leather couches and two 300-inch high-definition projection screens. Getting one of the hand-tossed wood-fire pizzas while you enjoy its selection of local beers is a prerequisite after a hard day of skiing. THE ULTIMATE TAXI: The Ultimate Taxi is more than just a ride from point A to point B. The taxi ride is better described as a concert, light show and magic show, with a 1981 Checker taxicab as the venue. Cruise around Aspen and let driver-turned- showman Jon Barnes show you the ride of a lifetime.
JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS hosts its Labor Day Experience at the Snowmass Town Park each fall. Past headlines include legendary performers from Lionel Richie and John Oates to Jack Johnson and Keith Urban.
BELLY UP ASPEN: With a 450-person capacity, this adored concert venue has played host to an array of bands and national headliners such as The Temptations, Jimmy Buffet, Snoop Dogg, and John Legend. The intimate setting makes for an up-close-and- personal live music experience that’s unrivaled by any other ski town.
BUD LIGHT HI-FI CONCERT SERIES features three highly anticipated performances, two of which fall in the spring. Past years’ lineups have included Umphree’s McGee, Real Big Fish, Jamestown Revival, and Big Gigantic.
THE ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL’S summer season offers eight jam- packed weeks with more than 400 classical music events around town, including concerts by five orchestras, solo and chamber performances, fully staged operas, and small outdoor shows around town – like busking musicians often seen playing in front of Paradise Bakery.
ELK MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS brings a local touch to rafting expeditions on the Roaring Fork and Arkansas rivers. Personalized river trips and individualized attention make them one of the best in the business.
ASPEN CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES: ACES’ team of naturalists offers daily guided snowshoe tours on top of Aspen Mountain, Snowmass and Ashcroft. The naturalist-guided ski tour at Snowmass runs twice daily and on Fridays as part of Ullr nights. January through Mach, ACES puts on a twice weekly slideshow series at Hallam Lake, where adventurers share tales and environmental experts speak on various topics.
ASPEN’S PEDESTRIAN MALL
APRE SKI Après ski: That sublime feeling after a good day on the slopes which inevitably brings you to a place of comradery, comfort and indulgences. Embrace the lifestyle!
LIMELIGHT HOTEL BAR: Live music, brick oven pizza, cozy, casual fireside atmosphere, beer on tap, comfortable sitting lounge. An Aspen favorite near the Gondola. 355 S Monarch St.
MEZZALUNA RESTAURANT: Good after ski beer and wine specials. Modern Italian and wood burning oven pizza. 624 E. Cooper Ave.
AJAX TAVERN: See and be seen at the base of Aspen Mountain Gondola. 685 E. Durante Ave.
ASPEN TAP & ASPEN BREWING COMPANY: Aspen’s microbrewery downstream from nobody. Seasonal hand crafted beers. Next to the Fire House. 121 S Galena St.
HIGHLANDS ALE HOUSE: Great place to end your ski day at Highlands. Cold beer, hot pizza, lively atmosphere and epic closing parties where you can mingle with pro skiers, hard-core locals and patrollers. 133 Prospector Rd.
STAFF FAVORITES: •The “Limelighter” Detroit-style deep dish pizza at Limelight Hotel is extraordinary. •Being at the base of the Gondola, Ajax Tavern offers some of the best people watching anywhere. •If you’re at Buttermilk, Home Team BBQ is the place to be. BREAKFAST MEAL LEGEND: B-breakfast Br-brunch L-lunch D-dinner $-(under 10) $$-(11-20) $$$-(21-30) $$$$-(over 30) FEATURE LEGEND: FB-full bar BW-beer wine BM-bar menu LN-late night -reservations accepted E-entertainment O-outdoor seating ASPEN PUBLIC HOUSE PARADISE BAKERY JOUR DE FETE CLARK’S MARKET AMERICAN TAKE-AWAY/BAKERY COFFEE/DELI GROCERY/DELI In the corner of the Wheeler Opera Afternoons and evenings mean a At this casual spot with a Gallic bent, It’ close by making for a quick walk House building, offering modern line for ice cream and gelato, but you’ll find a variety of breakfast down to good coffee, a hot breakfast pub-friendly fare set against a don’t discount the cookies (the burritos, egg dishes, bagels, and bar, salad bar, soups and full grocery vintage vibe that draws on Aspen’s Chippers and Double Diamonds are quiche, plus hot and cold and pharmacy. past history. Think gourmet burgers, local favorites), gooey brownies and sandwiches (try the Tommy, with 300 Puppy Smith St big salads, fried chicken and plates muffins. The ever-present, generous smoked salmon, bacon, arugala, Clarksmarket.com to share. Lunch offers great sample plate will help you decide. tomato, cucumber, sour cream 970-925-8046 sandwich selections while breakfast 320 S Galena St. spread and capers) and creative B,L,D,$-$$, features traditional fare with some Paradisebakery.com salads (like the tasty Nicoise). Great grab and go items if you’re hitting 970-925-7585 take-away for picnic fare. VICTORIA’S the trail early. A well rounded , , , 710 E Durant Ave. B L $ O BAKERY/COFFEE beverage selection includes wines Jourdefeteaspen.com Aussie expats flock to this crowded on tap, as well as cider and a half 970-925-5055 JUS ASPEN café. Besides coffee drinks, there are dozen beers, including selections B,L,$-$$,O JUICE BAR/ DELI house made sausage rolls, from the house brewery. This go-to spot for healthy pick me lamingtons, granola and Antipodean 328 E Hyman Ave. ups specializes not only fresh POPPYCOCK’S fare. As well as, soups, salads and Publichouseaspen.com pressed and organic juices, but also AMERICAN “sangas” (Aussie for sandwiches) 970-710-7026 smoothies, wraps and salads. The In addition to its popular oatmeal 510 E Durant Ave B,Br,L,D,$$-$$$,FB,LN,,O daily protein balls are especially buttermilk pancakes, this small Aspenespressobar.com
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Its family friendly is what you’re BANGKOK HAPPY BOWL after, head to this casual eatery next ASIAN to the mini golf course. The menu Inexpensive Thai food featuring all features burgers of all kinds, from the classics, plus signature dishes beef and ahi tuna to falafel, as well from Chef Paula Rungsawang. as, hot dogs, spiked shakes for the Popular with locals for lunch. adults, salads and kid’s menu. 300 Puppy Smith St 433 E Durant Ave Aspenthai.net Cpburger.com 970-925-2527 970-925-3230 L,D,$-$$,FB L,D,$-$$,O
LIMELIGHT LOUNGE SPRING CAFE ITALIAN VEGETARIAN This stylish hotel hosts Aspen’s After exiting Gondola Plaza last fall, longest happy hour, with tasy $12, Starbucks has risen again in the made to order, wood fired pizzas, JOUR DE FETE VICTORIA’S former Rocky Mountain Chocolate live music, whiskey flights and other COFFEE/DELI BAKERY/COFFEE Factory location. drink specials. Late afternoon and 401 E Cooper Ave At this casual spot with a Gallic bent, Aussie expats flock to this crowded dinner options are simple and rustic Starbucks.com you’ll find a variety of breakfast café. Besides coffee drinks, there are with a Mediterranean bend, as well 970-429-8406 burritos, egg dishes, bagels, and house made sausage rolls, as, fresh salads and shareable plates B,L,$$,FB,O quiche, plus hot and cold lamingtons, granola and Antipodean like burrata and crispy Brussel sandwiches (try the Tommy, with fare. As well as, soups, salads and sprouts. In the Limelight Hotel. smoked salmon, bacon, arugala, “sangas” (Aussie for sandwiches) LITTLE OLLIES 355 S Monarch St tomato, cucumber, sour cream 510 E Durant Ave ASIAN Limelighthotel.com spread and capers) and creative Aspenespressobar.com Chinese classics like Nanjing 970-925-3025 salads (like the tasty Nicoise). Great 970-920-3001 saltwater duck, dandan noodles, and D,$$-$S$,FB,BW,BM,,E,O take-away for picnic fare. B,L,D,$-$$,FB,E,O one-off items like traditional ramen,
710 E Durant Ave. plus dimsum and all of your Chinese HIGHLANDS TAQUERIA Jourdefeteaspen.com THE RED ONION restaurant favorites make this a FAST CASUAL 970-925-5055 flavorful detour to Aspen’s dining AMERICAN For healthy eats after a day on the B,L,$-$$,O scene. Built in 1892, this restaurant/bar trails, you’ll find tacos, totas and 308 E Hunter St was originally called the New York salads (some loaded with goodies Littleolliesaspen.com RYNO’S PUB Brick Saloon, but locals nick named it like beans, roasted poblanos and 970-544-9888 the Red Onion, meaning “one of a avocado vinaigrette) at this laid back & PIZZARIA L,D,$$,FB,,O kind.” The historic space is now eatery. ITALIAN famed for its rowdy hapy hour Aspen Highlands Village Where do you bring the kids when scene, live music and varied menu ASPEN TAP 970-920-1181 the sun has set? Here, where they that includes items like mac and AMERICAN L,$, FB,O can go nuts over pizza and the cheese four ways, roasted beet This friendly no frills watering hole is multiple arcade games while you carpaccio salad, elk Bolognese and toss down a microbrew or two and the place to try barrel aged, seasonal HIGHLANDS ALE HOUSE both regular and black bean burgers. watch the big game. There’s also and year round brews like Bourbon The daily lunch special is one of PIZZA & BEER soup, salads and mostly house made Barrel Imperial Red and Silver City Aspen’s rare bargains. Highlands apre ski gastropub. pub grub to choose from. kettle-soured ale, along with a 420 E Cooper Ave Favorite spot for Beer and pizza. 430 E Cooper Ave simple but hearty menu of Redonionaspen.com 133 Prospect Rd, #4109A Rynospub.com accompaniments and weekly live 90-925-9955 Highlandsalehouse.com 970-922-7966 music. L,D,$$-$$$,FB,LN,E,O 970-920-3747 L,D,$$,FB,LN,O 121 S Galena St L,D,$$,FB,LN,O Aspenbrewingcompany.com 970-920-2739 L,D,$$-$$$,FB,LN,,O
WHAT OUR STAFF HAS TO SAY: “Ryno’s Pub and Pizzeria is the place to bring the kids for games while you sip on a microbrew.“ Pierre “A short walk through the neighborhood to Clarks for a coffee and donut is a great start to the day.“ Jim “New York Pizza has one of the best Philly Cheesesteaks ever” MJ “Bangkok Happy Bowl’s lunch specials are delicious and cheap. Don’t miss the massaman curry and drunken noodles!” - Jeff “Roxy’s, in the Airport Business Center, is a great option when driving by.“ Pierre DINNER MEAL LEGEND: B-breakfast Br-brunch L-lunch D-dinner $-(under 10) $$-(11-20) $$$-(21-30) $$$$-(over 30) FEATURE LEGEND: FB-full bar BW-beer wine BM-bar menu LN-late night -reservations accepted E-entertainment O-outdoor seating HICKORY HOUSE WHITE HOUSE MI CHOLA BRUNELLESCHI’S SMOKEHOUSE TAVERN MEXICAN ITALIAN Breakfast means the usual suspects, NEW AMERICAN A casual Mexican joint with edgy This busy, family-friendly spot from omelets, pancakes and French modern décor, highlights street food specializes in crisp, thin crust pies This always packed hardwood toast to Belgian waffles. Lunch and – soft tacos, tamales – guissed up loaded with all manner of toppings, floored eatery is in the historic A.G. dinner offer classics like pulled pork, with modern ingredients. The but the calzones are also a draw. Sheppard House, built in 1883. fried catfish, ribs, smoked brisket, comprehensive menu also includes There are soups, salads, panini and Order up a Colorado microbrew or a steaks, sandwiches and all the fixins. fresh salads, sandwiches and entrees classic entrees like veal picatta and a house cocktail and chow down on Still, you know times are a changing like carne asada steak and mountain variety of pastas. the ever popular crispy chicken when a BBQ shack has a kale salad trout. Ans, natch, some three dozen 205 S Mill St sandwich served on a house-made on the menu. tequilas and mezcals. Zgpizza.com torta or the gargantuan Macho Salad 730 W Main St 411 E Main St 970-544-4644 (roasted cicken, mixed greens, Hickoryhouseribs.com Aspenchola.com , , - , , , avocado, dates, goat cheese, L D $$ $$$ FB BM 970-925-2313 970-710-7076 almonds, fresh corn). - - B,Br,L,D,$ $$, FB,O 302 E Hopkins Ave L,D,$$ $$$,FB, ,O PINONS
Aspenwhitehouse.com AMERICAN JIMMY’S BODEGA 970-925-1007 STEAKHOUSE NO. 316 For three decades, this casually SEAFOOD L,D,$$-$$$,FB,LN,,O AMERICAN sophisticated spot has been Proprietor Jimmy Yeager’s sister Tucked into a historic home is this satisfying gourmet palates. A warm, restaurant/bar to his namesake MEZZALUNA steakhouse with all the right rustic interior with hardwood floors rooftop space up the street, serves ITALIAN trappings: sexy vibe, killer cocktails, and a stamped tin ceiling up ceviche and other raw bar items, one of Aspen’s best bar menus and complements earthy, seasonal fare This long standing eatery features surf and turf, the best selection of dinner classics like wedge salad, like duck quesadillas and burrata seafood, meats, pasta (including mescal in the valley, and BOC on seafood plateau and good prime salad with figs and poached pears, gluten-free versions), and pizzas BFIC’s (a.k.a “Bucket of Cocktails on steaks. Hungry? Go for the 20 ounce and mains like whole roasted Dover from a wood burning oven. Savoring Big F---g Ice Cubes”). This is the place cowboy rib eye with chimichurri or sole and rack of Colorado lamb with a glass of wine on the patio is a to be during happy hour. blue cheese bone marrow butter. sweet potato gratin. popular local pastime. 307 S Mill St 316 Hopkins Ave. 105 S Mill St 624 E Cooper Ave Jimmysbodega.com Steakhouse316.com Pinons.com Mezzalunaaspen.com 970-710-2182 970-920-1893 970-920-2021 970-925-5882 L,D,$$-$$$,FB,BM,LN,,O D,$$-$$$$,FB,BM,LN,,O D,$$$-$$$$,FB,BM,,O L,D,$$-$$$,FB,BM,,O THE RED ONION GREY LADY PINE CREEK CACHE CACHE AMERICAN SEAFOOD COOK HOUSE FRENCH/ITALIAN Built in 1892, this restaurant/bar Co-owner Ryan Chadwick’s uncle is a AMERICAN Executive Chef/owner, Chris Lanter’s was originally called the New York Maine lobsterman who provides beautifully appointed, utterly Located by the ghost town of Brick Saloon, but locals nick named it fresh crustaceans that are flown in unpretentious fine-dining restaurant Ashcroft just outside of Aspen, this the Red Onion, meaning “one of a regularly along with a neighboring doesn’t disappoint, even after 30 romantic cabin restaurant features kind.” The historic space is now mariculture farm’s oysters. In the years. While Lanter still works the “American Alpine” cuisine and local famed for its rowdy happy hour hands of executive chef Kyle line every night, his chef de cuisine, ingredients when possible, as well as scene, live music and varied menu Raymond, the food is sexy, rustic Nathan King, runs the show, turning classic mountain panoramas that put that includes items like mac and New England seafood “shack” is lush out earthy yet refined dishes that this spot on many visitors’ must-do cheese four ways, roasted beet flavored packed and sophisticated meld classical French and Italian lists. Dine on the much loved wild carpaccio salad, elk Bolognese and even when it’s something as simple technique with local produce, meat game momos, ruby red rainbow both regular and black bean burgers. as a lobster roll with old Bay fries or and other ingredients. House made trout, elk chops plus veggie and The daily lunch special is one of clam chowder augmented with pastas are a stand out as is the wine vegan options. Winter access is by Aspen’s rare bargains. bacon and house made oyster list, and the bar is buzzing. horse-drawn sleigh or cross country 420 E Cooper Ave crackers. 205 S Mill St skiing for the last mile. Redonionaspen.com 305 S Mill St Cachecache.com 12500 Castle Creek Rd 90-925-9955 Greyladyaspen.com 970-925-3835 Pinecreekcookhouse.com , , - , , , , 970-925-1797 , , - , ,, L D $$ $$$ FB LN E O 970-925-1044 L D $$ $$$ FB O L,D,$$$,FB,BM,,O L,D,$$-$$$$,FB,,O ASPEN PUBLIC HOUSE FRENCH ALPINE BISTRO AMERICAN CREPERIE DU VILLAGE In the corner of the Wheeler Opera FRENCH House building, offering modern This rustic, cozy spot –reminiscent of pub-friendly fare set against a an old alpine ski chalet, is the ideal vintage vibe that draws on Aspen’s place to pass away an evening (the past history. Gourmet burgers, big kitchen stays open late in high salads, fried chicken and plates to season) over a pot of beef or cheese share. Lunch offers great sandwich fondue, the best soupe a l’oignon in selections while breakfast features town, or Gallic classics like escargots traditional fare with some grab and in brioche or raclette. If you manage go items if you’re hitting the trail to snag one of the seven bar seats, early. A well rounded beverage you’ll get an up-close view – and selection includes wines on tap, as inhale the seductive aromas – of an well as cider and beer selections open kitchen. from the house brewery. 400 E Hopkins Ave 328 E Hyman Ave. Lacreperieduvilage.com Publichouseaspen.com 970-925-1566 970-710-7026 L,D,$$-$$$,FB,,O - B,Br,L,D,$$ $$$,FB,LN, ,O
J-BAR BOSQ NEW WORLD QUISINE AMERICAN MEAT AND CHEESE PROSPECT “New World” is how Chef Barclay An Aspen staple since 1889, this NEW AMERICAN RESTAURANT Dodge describes his eclectic, globally massively popular late night spot Executive Chef Rob Zack and his influenced food, which includes boasts the original Chinoiserie back AND FARM SHOP team turn out hearty but hints of Mediterranean, Asian and bar and Victorian-meets-Old West AMERICAN/MARKET sophisticated fare, from breakfast Colorado-inspired flavors. The trappings, and one of the most This hotspot showcases local time blueberry pancakes with citrus seasonally changing menu includes loaded burgers in town. There are charcuterie, cheeses, seasonal butter and avocado toast with shareable small plates; wild salmon excellent salads (BBQ chicken, produce, gourmet dry goods and poached egg and shiitake crudo, sweet and sour crispy lobster) and sandwiches (smokled vintage kitchenware all tucked into a mushrooms to lunch and dinner eggplant, while the entrees may turkey, crispy day boat fish) served charming, rustic space. It’s items like olive oil poached salmon feature dishes like Peking duck, rib all day, plus, at dinner, fish, steak impossible to go wrong when roulade with salmon confit and eye steak and roasted chicken with and chicken. The “don’t miss” ordering the self-described global caviar, and wild boar and lobster pecan sauce. dessert? Beinets stuffed with burnt farmhouse cuisine, but the rotisserie Bolognese. In the Hotel Jerome. 312 S Mill St. honey cream with a side of coffee chicken and pate boards are 330 Main St Bosqaspen.com gelato. In the Hotel Jerome. excellent, as is anything with Korean Hoteljerome.aubergerresorts.com 970-710-7299 330 E Main St flavors. Come early for lunch, both 970-920-1000 L,D,$$$-$$$$,FB,BM,,O Hoteljerome.aubergeresorts.com to snag a seat, as they fill up quickly, B,L,D,$$$-$$$$,FB,
970-429-7674 and to order up the daily taco L,D,$$-$$$$,FB,BM,O special before it sells out. HOPS CULTURE L’HOSTARIA 317 E Hopkins Ave. ITALIAN GASTROPUB Meatandcheeseaspen.com This long running local’s favorite WOODY CREEK TAVERN With more than 30 beers on tap and 970-710-7120 serves up one of the most popular MEXICAN/AMERICAN 200 in the bottle, many of them L,D,$$-$$$,FB,O (and affordable) bar menus in town The former hangout of late resident esoteric, there’s definitely (Black Angus steaks for $16? Yes Hunter S Thompson is an eclectic something for everyone (including really). Don’t miss the seven kinds of spot festooned with Gonzo RUSTIQUE signature mules and wine). In the meat and fish carpaccio, all memorabilia and historical and FRENCH warm weather, grab a seat at the marinated, cured or smoked in Western bric-a-brac; it’s ideal spot As the name implies, this warm, communal tables at Aspen’s only house. Whether you belly up to the for a mid bike ride margarita or Provincal-style bistro specializes in beer garden or sit inside and nosh bar or opt for a table at this informal apres bite. The pub style menu homey classics like soufflé au on pretzel bites with beer cheese dip but pleasant eatery, you’ll find includes shrimp ceviche, enchiladas, fromage, chicken liver pate, crispy or spicy , bacon wrapped jalapeno antipasti, pasta and hearty entrees burgers, pork green chili and steak. frog legs, coq au vin, and steak au poppers stuffed with crab – or go big that satisfy. Not, it’s cash only, though there is poivre. Chef/owner, Rob Ittner, also with burgers, mac and cheese or 620 E Hyman Ave an ATM on-site. owns the Cooking School of Aspen chicken and waffles. Hostaria.com 2858 Upper River Rd located downstairs. 414 E Hyman Ave 970-925-9022 Woodycreektavern.com 216 S Monarch St Hopculture.com D,$$-$$$,FB,BM,,O 970-923-4585 Rustiquebistro.com 970-925-4677
L,D,$$-$$$,LN,O 970-920-2555 L,D,$$,FB,LN,,O D,$$$-$$$$,FB,BM,,O AJAX TAVERN MARU JING HOME TEAM BBQ NEW AMERICAN ASIAN ASIAN AMERICAN The cheeseburger and truffle fries This sushi bar had big shoes to fill Formerly Asie, this longstanding spot All hail Chris Lanter, head chef and get all the glory, but there’s lots to after taking over the space of a long recently underwent a thorough co-owner of Cache Cache, for love at his see and be seen eatery time local’s favorite. Happily, it’s renovation adding a beautiful sushi bringing an outpost of Charleston- with primo patio adjacent to the lived up to expectations, thanks to bar and raw bar. The menu includes based BBQ chain to the base of Silver Queen Gondola. Don’t miss top-notch ingredients and savory small plates and dim sum, signature Buttermilk at The Inn at Aspen. On- specialties like chicken liver pate, bites like Hamachi grapefruit with dishes like ginger miso-glazed whole site pits smoke everything from pork beef carpaccio, roasted bone serrano pepper and ponzu sauce, fish, Kobe beef on the rocks, and butts & racks of ribs to half chickens marrow, steak frites or salmon and Peking duck moo shu. The best delectably crispy Peking duck and wings for a menu of modern yet nicoise. The wine list is curated from place to be on a summer evening? (roasted daily for several hours, so classic Southern comfort food. the Little Nell’s 20,000 bottle cellar. Sipping sake on the upstairs patio on you’ll need to reserve in advance). 38750 Highway 82 685 E Durant Ave the pedestrian mall. 413 E Main St Hometeambbq.com Thelittlenell.com 320 S Mill St Jingaspen.com 970-236-2040 970-920-6334 Maruaspen.com 970-920-9988 B,L,D,$$, FB,O L,D,$$-$$$,FB,E,,O 970-429-8640 L,D,$$-$$$,FB,BM,,O L,D,$$-$$$$,FB,BM,,E,O ACQUOLINA TRATTORIA SU CASA & PIZZERIA MEXICAN ITALIAN Yucatecan inspired food and lively Affordable service, a lovely, upscale bar vibe make this sub-ground yet informal atmosphere (blonde eatery a party, especially during wood chairs, zinc topped tables, happy hour. Fuel up with house vintage black and white photos of specialties like shrimp diablo, Italian movie stars), and a vast menu carnitas, pibli tacos or Yucate combo of Roman inspired dishes (a homage plate. What are you drinking? to co-owner, Luigi Giordani’s native Mexican beer and margs, of course. city) like bucatini with guanciale, 315 E Hyman Ave pecorino and spicy tomato sauce; Sucasaaspen.com antipasti and delicate pizzas are 970-920-1488 complimented by a stellar wine list , , , , L D $$ FB O and cocktail menu.
415 E Main St THE WILD FIG Acquolinaaspen.com MEDITERRANEAN 970-925-8222 A beguiling atmosphere is just one of D,$$-$$$$,FB,,O the draws at this charmingly small, popular spot. The fig salad with THE LIVING ROOM pancetta, blue cheese and crispy NEW AMERICAN bacon shallots and the cavatelli with Aspen’s coziest spot for a toddy or spicy sausage, basil, and pink tomato KENICHI MATSUHISA quiet repast boasts Old West relics, sauce beg for a glass of rose. There ASIAN ASIAN spacious couches and a fireplace. Sip are also delights like whole grilled A happening sushi bar and swank This sushi maestro Nobu Matsuhisa’s on libations like Adam and Eve’s fish marinated in citrus, garlic and atmospheric basement restaurant restaurant empire, the Aspen Dilemma (Bulleit, rye, Grand herbs and seasonal cocktails. attract high rollers and regular locals outpost is an unexpected setting… Marnier, cider, orange, cinnamon) or 315 E Hyman Ave. alike. Dig into specialty items like an old Victorian. It will cost you, but try flights of whiskey, rum, mescal Thewildfig.com dynamite shrimp, stone seared bites like broiled black cod with miso and more while snacking on 970-925-5160 ishiyaki appetizers or a wagyu New and sea bass with truffle draw raves. shareable dishes like house smoked - D,$$$ $$$$,FB, ,O York strip, supplemented with sake. Choose between the casual upstairs salmon cheese and charcuterie
533 E Hopkins Ave seating or downstairs sushi bar. platters, and shrimp and scallop mini JIMMY’S Kenichiaspen.com 330 E Main St corn dogs. In the Hotel Jerome 970-920-2212 Matsuhisaaspen.com AMERICAN 330 E Main St D,$$$-$$$$, FB,BM, 970-544-6628 In addition to steak and seafood, it’s Hoteljerome.aubergeresorts.com D,$$$-$$$$,FB,BM,,O all about the specialty cocktails at 970-920-1000 this longtime Aspen institution PYRAMID BISTRO L,D,$$-$$$,FB owned by Jimmy Yeager. In between GLOBAL/VEGITARIAN CAMPO DE FIORI sampling the extensive offerings of Chef Martin Oswald, who cooked at ITALIAN boutique spirits (the Mezcal a series of prestigious Austrian This Aspen staple has one of the selection is particularly impressive), health resorts, specializes in a style most happening happy hours in dig into hearty fare like steaks, mac of flavorful, nutrient-dense cuisine town, but there’s also that and cheese, jumbo lump crab cake, made with fresh ingredients. The marinated grilled seafood salad, and rack of lamb. Late night, be pretty, hardwood dining room is antipasta, pasta, risotto and entrees prepared for the bar to be standing located upstairs in Aspen’s only like chicken under a brick grilled, room only – this is the place to see bookstore, with woodsy views. spiced rubbed filet mignon. The and be seen. Inside Explore Booksellers. tavern vibe is casual but upscale. L,D,$$-$$$,FB,BM,,O 221 E Main St 205 S Mill St Pyramidbistro.com Campodefiori.net 970-925-5338 970-920-7717 L,D,$$-$$$,FB,,O D,$$-$$$$,FB,BM,,O
WHAT OUR STAFF HAS TO SAY: “Even the ritziest restaurants typically have a reasonable bar menu. It’s how the locals do it.” Jeff “Visit Bosq for next-level cuisine. Chef Barclay Dodge is passion-driven and inspired. You will not be disappointed.” – Jeff “Home Team BBQ is always on my nephews list of favorites. It’s casual, spacious and serves up awesome plates.” – Jim NIGHT LIFE & TASTINGS THE UNDERGROUND BELLY UP ASPEN The gals behind Messenger Aspen Yes, we’re lucky to have skidon’s have been infusing local nightlife best live music venue right in our with fun, creative, offbeat events backyard. Catch acts that range from and, new tis summer, they take over up-and-comers to legends making managing this subterranean level rare club appearances (Snoop Dogg, club. Expect DJs, bottle service, Boz Scaggs, Moby). This is the town’s theme nights and high energy. liveliest music scene and happening 515 E Hopkins Ave place for live music atmosphere. Undergroundaspen.com 450 S Galena St 970-236-2401 Bellyupaspen.com 970-544-9800 HOOCH This exposed brick, barn wood, and BATCH chandelier outfitted speak easy from This tasting room from the Roaring the Meat & Cheese restaurant team Fork Beer Company, in a century- upstairs features rotating house plus old building offers 12 taps of infused spirits and draft shots of the brewery’s ales, along with guest Fernet Branca. Nibbles are flavorful taps, Colorado wine and hard cider and booze friendly… think spiced selections, local craft sodas and BAD HARRIET ESCOBAR nuts, dan dan noodles and sake. What better way to honor the legacy Locals know this glam club as the charcuterie platters, plus desserts. 358 Main St., Carbondale of the journalists who once place to go when you want to have 301 E Hopkins Ave Roaringforkbeerco.com practiced their craft within the walls morning-after regrets. The interior is Hoochaspen.com 970-510-5934 of this once historic newspaper styled after an airplane fuselage, 970-429-8540 office for the Aspen. Owned by the there’s an epic sound system, and ASPEN TAP adjacent Hotel Jerome, this new lethal cocktails, including those SILVER CITY MOUNTAIN This friendly no frills watering hole is watering hole opens after an made with the signature Escobar SALOON the place to try barrel aged, seasonal extensive renovation and Vodka. and year round brews like Bourbon Aiming to fill a void as a real local’s accommodates intimate private 426 E Hyman Ave (downstairs) Barrel Imperial Red and Silver City hangout, this bar opened last winter events upstairs and offers signature Escobaraspen.com kettle-soured ale, along with a with a stage for live music, a drink cocktails and small bites in the new 970-414-0524 simple but hearty menu of menu highlighted by whiskey and underground bar. As for Harriet, she accompaniments and weekly live tequila cocktails, and a late-night was the wife of the original hotelier, CARIBOU CLUB music. Jerome B Wheeler. Was she bad? menu of lite bites. Aspen’s legendary private nightclub 121 S Galena St That’s for you to decide. 220 S Galena Ave caters to the glitterati, and Aspenbrewingcompany.com 330 E Main St 970-233-0030 wannabes, with décor that’s a 970-920-2739 Hoteljerome.aubergeresorts.com mashup of English hunt club with 970-920-1000 WOODY CREEK antler chandeliers and southwestern ASPEN BILLIARDS accents. Score an invite from a DISTILLERS ERIC’S BAR MARBLE DISTILLING CO member and glimpse the high life. This family owned distillery makes Small batch spirits made right, using 411 E Hopkins Ave its award winning vodka from THE CIGAR BAR Colorado grains and Crystal River Caribouclub.com organic potatoes grown in near-by This three in one nightlife emporium water, filtered through marble from 970-925-2929 Woody Creek and also turns out adjacent to Su Casa is a long running a nearby quarry. Both the original Colorado grain-sourced whiskey and and reliable option for pool sharks, Carbondale and newer Aspen tasting BOOTSY BELLOWS gin. Try them all in excellent dancing divas and cigar aficionados rooms are anchored by massive Located in the former Crystal Palace seasonal cocktails. alike. Good times guaranteed! marble bars and serve up specialty building, the Aspen outpost of the Woodycreekdistillers.com 315 E Hyman Ave cocktails. LA original features a 1960’s inspired 60 Sunset Dr (Basalt) 970-920-6707 Marbledistilling.com club with DJs spinning the latest 970-279-5110 Aspen: 415 E Dean St (in the Hyatt beats and bottle service in one half Grand Aspen) the VIP room in the other. Take your 970-710-2485 pick – it’ll be a party. Carbondale: 150 Main St 300 E Hyman Ave 970-963-7008 Hwoodgroup.com
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WHAT OUR STAFF HAS TO SAY: “The Belly Up is Aspen’s premier music scene and you may just run into the band members here at the Tyrolean Lodge.“ Jim “Beer-lovers flock to Aspen Tap for a great selection of locally-made craft brews. ‘Downstream from nobody.’ ”- Jeff
POWDER TOUR
ESSENTIALS
CITY MARKET A full grocery store on the east end of town with the lowest prices.
CARL’S PHARMACY: LIQUOR, ICE, SUNDRIES: 306 E. Main St., just three blocks east of the Lodge on Main St. • 970-925-3273 • Be sure to look upstairs.
LAUNDRY MAT: 465 N. Mill St (across from Clark’s Market) • 970-925-5378
THE THRIFT SHOP OF ASPEN: 422 E. Hopkins Ave. • Find some real gems at this billionaire’s second hand store! • 970-925-3121
UTE MOUNTAINEER: 210 S. Galena St. • 970-925-2849 • Ski touring, back packing & quality outdoor gear and clothing.
WE-CYCLE BIKE SHARE: 16 stations around town. Perfect for one way trips, a little exercise and exploring. A fun way to get around town.
ASPEN VELO BIKE SHOP: BIKE RENTALS: 465 N. Mill St. (across from Clark’s Market) • 970-925-1495. • Many other excellent bike shops in town.
SILVER QUEEN GONDALA: E. Durante & Hunter St. • 970-925-1220 • Whisks you 3,200 vertical feet to the top of Aspen Mountain and the Sundeck restaurant! Beautiful views of the Elk Mts. and Highland Ridge. IMPORTANT NUMBERS
SNOW REPORT: 970-925-1221
ASPEN SKI COMPANY: 970-925-1220
ASPEN AIRPORT INFO: 970-920-5380
AIRPORT FLIGHT INFO: 970-544-3187 or T.V. channel 8.
LOCAL BUS (RFTA): 970-925-8484
TAXI: 970-925-8294
COLORADO MT. EXPRESS (van to Denver): 800-525-6363
STATE HWY REPORT: 303-639-1111
EMERGENCY: 911
ASPEN POLICE: 970-925-2025
ASPEN MEDICAL CARE (WALK-INS): 970-920-0104
FOREST SERVICE: 970-945-2521
ASPEN CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES: 970-925-5756
ASPEN RECREATION CENTER: 970-544-4100 • For kids and adults ice skating, climbing wall, and pools.
ASPEN SPORTS (FLY FISHING): 970-925-6331
ASPEN EXPEDITIONS: 970-925-7625 • Guided rock climbing and ski touring. Great backcountry gear shop at Highlands Base area.
ASPEN OUTFITTING CO (FLY FISHING): 970-925-3406
ELK MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS: 970-456-6287 • Fly fishing, rafting
BLAZING ADVENTURES: 970-923-4544 • Biking, rafting, horses
T-LAZY-7 RANCH: 970-925-4614 • Snowmobile tours, summer horseback rides.
ASPEN FOUR MOUNTAIN SPORTS: 970-920-2337 • Bike and ski rentals, storage & free transfers between mountains.
INCLINE SKI SHOP: 970-925-7748 near Gondola, good ski rental shop.
WHEELER OPERA HOUSE: 970-920-5770 • 320 E. Hyman Ave.
BELLY UP MUSIC VENUE: 970-544-9800 • 450 S. Galena St.
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL: Aspenmusicfestival.com: Summer programs can be found in the office.
CASTLE PEAK
Pierre Wille, Proprietor
Thank you for staying at the Tyrolean Lodge
Spring Backcountry Skiing
Uphill skiing the new rage, and in the spring, the alpine ski touring in the Elk Mountains around Aspen and Marble Colorado is unsurpassed. The avalanche danger usually stabilizes somewhat in mid-April just about the time the lifts close. The freeze / thaw cycle begins and the snowpack in the surrounding mountains are a paradise where almost everything becomes skiable if you are willing to get up very early and hike.
There are 7 fourteeners and countless 12 and 13 thousand foot peaks to skin up and ski down. Classic nearby ski tours include: Mt. Hayden, Mt. Sopris and Castle Peak. The photos through out the lodge hallways are all in the Elk Mountains. Around Memorial Day, Independence Pass opens and the skiing on the top is awesome. Blue Mountain, Mountain Boy and Fourth of July Bowl are incredible shots with short hikes and long descents to lower switchbacks on the road. Also, check out the classic couloir on 13,989’ Grizzly Peak. Also around Memorial Day the road to the Maroon Bells opens providing access to Pyramid Peak, North and South Maroon and countless other real ski mountaineering objectives. Castle Creek Road is open year round for access to a plethora of peaks and backcountry huts. Aspen Expeditions is a great guide service and touring gear shop as well as the Ute Mountaineer.
If you like to skin, come stay with us for the corn harvest. Skiing usually last through mid June in the high mountains.
-Pierre Wille CALENDAR OF EVENTS
APRIL BUTTERMILK CLOSING ASPENFILM: SHORTFEST ASPEN HIGHLANDS & SNOWMASS CLOSING ASPEN MOUNTAIN CLOSING
MAY SPRING SKI TOURING GETS GOOD IN THE HIGH COUNRY INDEPENDENCE PASS OPEN JANUARY WINTERSKOL WINTER X GAMES GAY SKI WEEK
JUNE FOOD & WINE CLASSIC JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS MUSIC FESTIVAL BIG MOUNTAIN ENDRO MT. BIKING RACE FEBRUARY OPEN IDEAS FESTIVAL ASPEN SNOWMASS FREESKIING OPEN ASPEN IDEAS FESTIVAL AUDI POWER OF FOUR SKI MOUNTAINEERING RACE ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET ASPEN SNOWMASS SKI MO RACE SERIES OWL CREEK CHASE NORDIC RACE
MARCH APRES SKI COCKTAIL CLASSIC ANNUAL BUD LIGHT SPRING JAM MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION AMERICAS UPHILL ELK MOUNTAIN GRAND TRAVERSE
JULY OCTOBER OLD FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY JOHN DENVER CELEBRATION ASPEN ARTS FESTIVAL NATIVE AMERICAN SUMMER POWER OF FOUR TRAIL RUN FALL COLORS POWER OF FOUR MOUNTAIN BIKE ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL NOVEMBER ASPEN & SNOWMASS OPEN FIS WORLD CUP SKI RACING
AUGUST ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL PRO CYCLING
SEPTEMBER MOTHERLODE VOLLEYBALL TOURN. DECEMBER RUGGERFEST HIGHLANDS AND BUTTERMILK OPEN JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS BUD LIGHT HI-FI CONCERT SERIES TOUGH MUDDLER RUN TWELVE DAYS OF ASPEN SNOWMASS BALLOON FEST SARDY HOUSE TREE LIGHTING GOLDEN LEAF HALF MARATHON TRAIL NEW YEARS EVE FIREWORKS RUN RUGGERFEST