Winter Activities
Aspen’s seemingly endless outdoor adventures and activities—ranging from skiing and snowshoeing to sleigh rides and ice skating—offer something for guests of all ages. For information or reservations for any of the activities listed below, please contact the concierge.
Outdoor Adventures
Ski and Snowboard Schools
Aspen/Snowmass’ excellent ski and snowboard school programs offer superb instruction in alpine skiing, snowboarding, children's lessons and adaptive techniques. With more than 1,200 professional instructors from all over the world, Aspen/Snowmass has a program and an instructor to suit every age, ability and interest.
Snowshoeing
Discover Aspen’s scenic backcountry on a guided snowshoe tour, led by naturalists from the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies. On the tour, you’ll weave in and out of spruce-fir forests and along a babbling creek while your guide teaches you about the animals that inhabit the Rocky Mountains in winter. Guided tours include lift tickets, snacks, warm drinks, snowshoe rentals, guides and basic instruction. For more information, call 970-925-5756.
If you’d rather explore Aspen Mountain on your own, strap on a pair of snowshoes, grab a trail map and set off into the woods, up the mountain or along a mountaintop ridge. Or enjoy the more than 80 kilometers of groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails that make up the Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Trail System, which links the towns of Aspen and Snowmass via the Owl Creek Trail.
Cross-country Skiing
Aspen and Snowmass—with over 80 kilometers of groomed trails—have one of the largest free groomed Nordic trail systems in North America. The one-of-a-kind Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Trail System, which links two Aspen and Snowmass Village via the Owl Creek Trail, meanders across quiet meadows and through secluded wooden areas while crossing three distinct valleys. Instruction, guides and rentals are located at the Aspen Cross Country Center, the Snowmass Club and the Ashcroft Ski Touring Area. For more information, call 970-925-2145 or 970-923-3148.
Powder Tours
Love powder? Join Aspen Skiing Company on a Powder Tour to the hidden bowls and quiet glades on the backside of Aspen Mountain. On this thrilling full-day adventure, luxury Snowcats take you to prime untracked stashes where fresh tracks, exhilarating terrain and breathtaking Rocky Mountain views are guaranteed. Lunch and snacks provided. Advanced skiers and snowboarders welcome.
Dog Sledding
Hop on a sled and let trained huskies whisk you through Aspen’s beautiful backcountry. One sled carries two adults and is driven by thirteen Alaskan sled dogs and an experienced musher. The half-day trip includes a four-course lunch. Twilight rides begin at 3:30 p.m. and include a four-course dinner.
Snowmobiling
Ride up to the famous Maroon Bells (which is accessible only by snowmobile in winter), the Continental Divide or the ghost town of Independence. Travel on groomed trails and enjoy panoramic views of Pyramid and Capital peaks. A snack or lunch break is included. Single or double snowmobiles are available. All levels are welcome.
Snowcat Rides and Dinners
Take a Snowcat ride up to Burlingame Cabin, an authentic Old West cabin located on the slopes of Snowmass Mountain, and enjoy an evening filled with a family-style barbeque dinner, fireside sing-a-longs and live entertainment. Reservations required.
Hot-air Ballooning
Early morning sunrise balloon rides offer breathtaking views of Aspen, Snowmass and the surrounding peaks. Soar above the treetops for about one hour then complete your adventure with a champagne toast and pastries.
Indoor Indulgences
Cooking School of Aspen
Join local and international chefs as they demonstrate and teach participants how to make some of their favorite recipes. Day and evening classes are approximately three hours long, and are available for adults and children. No experience necessary.
Aspen Club & Spa
After a day on the slopes, rejuvenate sore muscles at the exclusive Aspen Club & Spa, a world-class 77,000-square-foot club offers a state-of-the-art fitness center, lap pool and spa treatments ranging from body wraps and massages to facials and salon services. Hotel Jerome guests enjoy club privileges for a nominal daily fee. Complimentary transportation to/from the club is provided by the hotel.
Shopping
There are more than 100 world-class art galleries, boutiques and luxury stores within a few blocks of the hotel. So you can shop for the best of everything—from paintings and clothing to jewelry and sports equipment.
