Pitkin Travel Guide
Aspen
Popular places to visit
Aspen Mountain
At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.
Maroon Bells
Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Bells and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.
Buttermilk Mountain
Novices and superstar skiers alike are drawn to the awesome scenery and varied runs of Aspen’s prime winter sports location.
Aspen Highlands
Famous powder bowls, slopes with views of spectacular wilderness and steep runs that challenge even veteran skiers make this spot a local favorite.
The John Denver Sanctuary
Find out about the history of Aspen when you take a trip to The John Denver Sanctuary. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its ski slopes.
Maroon Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.
Things to do
Monster Truck Sleigh Ride and Gold Panning
Aspen: Dark History Ghost-Themed Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Pitkin
The Gant
Clean room, staff are very friendly and helpful, loved the shuttle accommodation
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums
Great spot in aspen. Tom is the best
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
W Aspen
Don’t get a room on the first floor behind the club
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Inn at Aspen
Amazing stay!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The St. Regis Aspen Resort
Limelight Hotel Aspen
Great staff, location and amenities.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pitkin
Red Mountain
Though Red Mountain may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aspen Art Museum and Roaring Fork River.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Roaring Fork River and Castle Creek Road are top sights worth seeing.
Oklahoma Flats
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Oklahoma Flats and surrounding area, you can visit Roaring Fork River and Aspen Art Museum.
West Aspen
If you're spending some time in West Aspen, Roaring Fork River and Aspen Golf and Tennis Club are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Aspen
While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wagner Park and Silver Queen Gondola.
Smuggler
When in Smuggler, you can plan a visit to Roaring Fork River and Rio Grande Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
