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MOUNTAIN has kept the town of Aspen on the map since 1947,
serving up black-diamond glades, bumps and steeps for anyone who dares
step off the lift. Now 60 years later, guests are happy that –
aside from a new gondola - things haven’t changed a bit.
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Aspen
Mountain
View from Aspen Elementary School |
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GREAT
DEAL
Choose your dates and purchase multi-day tickets at least seven days
in advance for the greatest savings – deals start on two-dy lift
tickets! The more days you buy, the more you SAVE! And, don’t
miss our Last-Minute Lodging
Specials – visit www.aspensnowmass.com/lmls
to sign up for weekly updates and to receive the best deals around!
ON-MOUNTAIN DINING
Ride the gondola and dine at 11,212 feet at the Sundeck, one of the
most environmentally responsible on-mountain restaurants in the world.
Join the
festivities on Friday nights, and enjoy live music and a great selection
of food. Call 970.429.6974 for more information..
LESSONS
Ski & Snowboard Schools of Aspen/Snowmass: Private lessons, group
lessons and specialized programs. (Sorry, no beginner programs on Aspen
Mountain.) Visit www.aspensnowmass.com
or call 877.282.7736 for more info.
FYI
For 2008-2009, Aspen’s 62nd year as one of the world’s premier
alpine destinations, guests will be greeted by a redesigned single-level
gondola plaza. Combine this with the overhaul of The Tavern and the
new restaurant/bar in the
Residences at The Little Nell, and the après scene is sure to
be happening!
BIGGEST EVENT
Aspen Winternational FIS Alpine World Cup - November 28-29,
2008
World Cup racing is once again at home in Aspen with the return of the
Aspen Winternational FIS Alpine ski races. This year’s event will
highlight women’s giant slalom and slalom races. The festive weekend,
free and open to the public, features race-stadium access, fireworks,
awards ceremonies, and an outdoor nighttime concert in downtown Aspen.
Watch the best athletes vie for the podium. For details call 800.525.6200
x4595.
APRES SPOTS
The Tavern, The Bar at The Little Nell, 39 Degrees at the Sky Hotel,
Mezzaluna and the J-Bar at The Hotel Jerome.
ALTERNATE
DAY
Try a naturalist-guided snowshoe tour on top of Aspen Mountain, 970.925.5756.
Cross-country ski on the largest groomed trail system in North America
970.925.2849. Relax with the Alpine Rejuvenator at the Aspen
Club & Spa, 970.925.8900
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Season
- Nov. 27, 2008 to April 12, 2009
Hours - 9am-4pm
ELEVATION
Peak - 11,212 ft.
Base - 7,945 ft.
Vertical Rise - 3,267 ft.
TERRAIN & SERVICES
Beginner - 0%
Intermediate - 48%
Advanced/Expert - 52%
Skiable Acres - 673
Number of Trails - 76
Longest Trail - 3 miles
Terrain Parks - 0
Total Lifts - 8
Avg Annual Snowfall - 300 inches
Avg Days of Sun Year - 300 days
Phone:
800.525.6200 / 970.925.1220
Snow Report: 888.277.3676
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www.aspensnowmass.com
LODGING
| CENTRAL RESV
800.494.6395
www.aspensnowmass.com
ADDRESS
Aspen/Snowmass
Aspen Skiing Company
P.O. Box 1248
Aspen, CO 81612
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DIRECTIONS
BY CAR
220 miles from Denver via I-70 and Highway 82; 130 miles from Grand
Junction via I-70 and Highway 82.
DIRECTIONS BY BUS
Free skier shuttles serve all four Aspen/Snowmass areas from 8 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m. All buses within the towns of Aspen and Snowmass Village
are free. Bus service runs between Snowmass Village and Aspen until
2 a.m. [$3], 970.925.8484.
DIRECTIONS BY AIR
Several airlines offer direct flights to Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
(ASE) [3 miles from downtown]. In addition, Eagle County Airport (EGE)
[70 miles], Denver
International Airport (DEN) [220 miles] and Grand Junction Regional
Airport (GJT) [125 miles] offer flights to and from
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