The Top 20 Attractions in Pitkin County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Pitkin County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Pitkin County is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 6, 2025
Maroon Lake, near Aspen, is undoubtedly one of the most photographed landscapes of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.
It occupies a basin dug by glaciers during a glaciation, and later …
It occupies a basin dug by glaciers during a glaciation, and later …
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There are a lot of Crater Lakes in the United States. The best known is found in the state of Oregon.
This one offers the particularity of drying up, if …
This one offers the particularity of drying up, if …
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This section of the Rio Grande Trail is on a beautiful mountainside trail. At this point the view opens up between the mountains to give you a great view of the wilderness surrounding Aspen.
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Climbing Independence Pass eastwards from Aspen is a bucket-list journey to the Continental Divide, reaching an extreme altitude of 12,095ft, making it one of North America's highest paved passes. Prepare …
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Maroon Lake is an alpine lake situated at the center of the Maroon Bells Scenic Area and sits at an elevation of 9,585 feet. The view across Maroon Lake, with …
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Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian …
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A stunning lake system in the White River National Forest, Thomas Lakes is an ideal spot to cool off during a hike and maybe enjoy a picnic.
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Moore Opens Space spans 65 acres and was acquired by Pitkin County in 1992. This scenic area boasts sage-dominated shrubland, providing interesting habitats and picturesque views.
Notable features include the …
Notable features include the …
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Tom Blake Trail is one a many located on Snowmass. It has an intermediate rating and is very flowy. You will wind through tons of aspen trees, have some man …
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Located between Basalt and Leadville, Colorado, the Fryingpan Lakes are nestled at the foothills of several two 13,000 foot peaks (Mount Oklahoma and Deer Mountain) and a 14er (Mount Massive). …
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