About the Roaring Fork Valley

The Roaring Fork Valley has enchanted settlers, adventurers, and visitors for quite some time now, and it’s not difficult to see why. With the world class resort town of Aspen on one end of the valley, and the acclaimed ski resort of Vail in the neighboring valley, this little spot on the globe possesses a diverse mix of people, activities, lifestyles, and recreation.

Recreation

Enjoy the champagne powder and world-class alpine skiing in Aspen, Snowmass Village and Glenwood Springs. 

Explore the pristine backcountry on over 80 km of cross country ski trails in Aspen, Snowmass and Carbondale. Discover some of the hundreds of hiking and mountain biking trails throughout the Roaring Fork Valley.

Catch trout in the Gold Medal fly-fishing waters of the Roaring Fork and Frying Pan Rivers.

Take an exhilarating whitewater rafting ride on the Roaring Fork or Colorado Rivers.

Explore the numerous scenic horseback riding trails throughout the valley.

There’s more—backpacking, camping, climbing, kayaking, hunting, snowmobiling, and paragliding. The outdoor recreational opportunities are virtually endless.

The Roaring Fork Valley has no shortage of activities to stimulate the mind and the senses. Music festivals, art festivals, theatre, lectures, and events galore inspire and entertain you throughout the year.

From Aspen to Glenwood, events span the artistic spectrum from quality art shows, dance performances, informal coffee houses and poetry readings to community and professional concerts. Annual festivals and summer jazz concerts in the park are also part of each community scene. Classical music is offered by Symphony in the Valley, a community orchestra that plays throughout the year in various valley-wide locales.

In Aspen, you’ll discover cultural events usually found in more metropolitan areas. The renowned Aspen Music Festival, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, Jazz Aspen Snowmass, and Theatre Aspen are just a few of the arts organizations that provide world-class arts performances. Aspen also attracts some of the world’s best thinkers. Great minds convene at The Aspen Institute and often offer public lectures.

There is always something to see or do in the Roaring Fork Valley.