The Top 20 Attractions in the Elk Mountains
There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Elk Mountains. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Elk Mountains 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 31, 2025
Maroon Lake
Highlight • Lake
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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Crater Lake (Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness)
Highlight • Lake
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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Crested Butte Downtown
Highlight • Settlement
Crested Butte is so pretty! It's easy to fall in love with that small mountain town. A cute and relaxed dowtown, various hiking and mountain biking opportunities and lots of …
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Carbondale
Highlight • Settlement
Carbondale is a picturesque town located at the base of Mt. Sopris and confluence of the Crystal and Roaring Fork Rivers. National Geographic Adventure Magazine has ranked it as one …
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Thomas Lakes
Highlight • Lake
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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Independence Pass West Climb
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
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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Brush Creek Trailhead
Highlight • Trail
During wildflower season this is a great spot for a hike or a mountain bike ride in between the colourful wildflowers. In addition, you will be rewarded with expansive and stunning views.
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401 Trail
Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park
When you think of mountain biking in Crested Butte, 401 most likely crosses your mind, right? This legendary trail is a must for every mountain biker in the area. 401 …
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Satank Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
Satank Bridge spans the Roaring Fork River and was constructed in a style to resemble the period of wagon bridges. On the bridge, you have a view up the Elk …
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Mushroom Rock
Highlight • Natural Monument
Along this scenic loop trail close to the town of Carbondale, you hike through beautiful red rocks, juniper pines and shrubs. If the weather is clear, you can see the towering mountains of the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness in the distance.
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