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Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter -- It's hard to choose the best time of year to visit Aspen! We have detailed some of the pluses and minuses of each season, so you can choose your ideal timing for an Aspen vacation.

Despite the pandemic, Aspen’s second-favorite activity, après ski, is still alive and well with some modifications to ensure safety. Read on to learn more about how you can enjoy après ski during spring 2021, whether you’re looking for a cold drink on a sunny patio or fun for the whole family.

Feeling cooped up? Our winter guests tell us how much they enjoy Aspen's great outdoors, and they're not just sticking to Aspen's ski slopes. Aspen Snowmass is home to hundreds of miles of trails, and there are many ways to enjoy our roads and paths when they’re covered with snow.

Aspen is known for its world-class dining scene. With capacity limits in place, local restaurants have become takeout heroes, packaging favorite dishes for the perfect night in.

In early 2020, the Roaring Fork Valley was designated an IMBA Gold-Level Ride Center, the only Gold-Level Ride Center in Colorado! As longtime Aspen locals, we've known for decades that our mountain biking is world-class, and this designation validates our hometown pride.

Independence Pass not only saves time on the drive from Aspen to the Front Range. It's also a destination unto itself.

Fall is typically a quieter time of year, when our seasonal spectacle of golden foliage becomes the main event. If you can travel, it’s the perfect time to join us in Aspen for a restorative vacation. See our recommendations for COVID-19-friendly activities.

With social distancing a high priority this summer, we advise our guests to seek out the trails less traveled. Here are a few recommended routes that share similarities with Aspen classic hikes.

This summer, to thank our intrepid Aspen visitors, we are excited to provide $50 in Aspen Defy Ordinary Gift Cards to any guest who books four nights or more in one of our vacation rentals.

Even during normal times, Aspen is a rare destination that offers plenty of space to enjoy nature at a distance from other people. With social distancing at the top of most visitors' minds, we have compiled a list of the top 5 activities to avoid crowds and still experience the best of Aspen.