Partner Trail Systems

Pitkin County Open Spaces and Trails’ trail system is part of a broader regional network that stretches across the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. Many of the trails you travel cross multiple jurisdictions, including lands managed by the City of Aspen, the Town of Snowmass Village, the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), and the U.S. Forest Service, among others.

We collaborate with these partners to support a connected trail experience across cities, counties, and open spaces. Because each jurisdiction has its own rules and regulations, we encourage you to know your route and check applicable guidelines before you go.

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Aspen Trails

Aspen's trail network meanders through and beyond city boundaries, extending from Independence Pass to Aspen Mountain, Hunter Creek, Smuggler Mountain, Red Mountain, Sunnyside, and Buttermilk.

Land managers: City of Aspen | US Forest Service | Bureau of Land Management | Pitkin County Open Space and Trails

Carbondale to Crested Butte Trail

The Carbondale to Crested Butte Trail is a long-term initiative to create a continuous, non-motorized route connecting communities from Carbondale through the Crystal Valley to Crested Butte. In Pitkin County, the focus is on extending trail access from Carbondale to the top of McClure Pass, building on the existing Crystal Trail and filling remaining gaps through the Crystal Valley. Construction of the McClure Pass Trail is underway in 2026.

Land managers and partners: Pitkin County Open Space and Trails | Town of Carbondale | Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)

Crown Mountain

Crown Mountain offers access to some of the valley's most rewarding riding. Rides beginning at Prince Creek Open Space or Glassier Open Space start on Pitkin County Open Space and Trails land before transitioning onto BLM territory as you climb.

Land managers: Pitkin County Open Space and Trails | Bureau of Land Management

Rio Grande Trail

The Rio Grande Trail runs approximately 42 miles from Aspen to Glenwood Springs, following the historic Rio Grande Rail Corridor. The trail is mostly paved and passes through lands managed by multiple jurisdictions, depending on the section you're traveling.

Land managers: City of Aspen | Pitkin County Open Space and Trails | Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA)

Snowmass Village Trails

Snowmass Village sits at the center of an expansive trail network with options ranging from lift-served gravity trails and expert backcountry routes to family-friendly rides. Brush Creek Trail, Owl Creek Trail, Sky Mountain Park, and Seven Star Trail weave between Pitkin County Open Space and Trails and the Town of Snowmass Village lands. The Rim Trail and Burnt Mountain Trails are managed by the Town of Snowmass Village, and the Snowmass Bike Park is managed by Aspen Skiing Company on US Forest Service land.

Land managers: Pitkin County Open Space and Trails | Town of Snowmass Village | Aspen Skiing Company | US Forest Service

More Resources

For a broader look at trails throughout the Roaring Fork Valley, visit the Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association (RFMBA).