Aspen Mountain has long been known as the playpen of the rich & famous - and it is. But it is also a great place to take a family ski holiday. Christmas in Aspen is especially amazing! Aspen Mountain rises above the town of Aspen, with a top elevation of 11215 feet and a vertical drop of 3269 feet. There are 76 trails suitable for beginners, intermediates, and experts, accessible by eight lifts, including seven chair lifts and 1 cable car line.
While Aspen has much to offer skiers, as well as those who enjoy the night life in a ski town, you should expect lots of crowds and lift lines on the slopes. Again, this is the playpen of the rich and famous, and many people choose this ski vacation spot simply for that reason - as well as for the great runs and nightlife.
There are numerous places to stay in and approximately Aspen, with more than 100 restaurants to choose from as well. Ski instructions and equipment rental are abundant in the area, and snowboarders are welcome.