Four Bucket List Items For Your Next Trip to Aspen
Winter is here and Aspen Mountain opens Thursday, November 23rd.
Aspen is a destination of superlatives; these four bucket list experiences promise to take your next visit to new heights. Each activity offers a unique blend of excitement, breathtaking scenery, and the joy of exploring the snowy wonderland that makes Aspen truly magical.
Aspen Heli Skiing: Soar to New Heights
Imagine the thrill of heli-skiing in the San Juan Range, accessing over 26,000 acres of pristine terrain. Gather four friends, hop on an A-Star B3 helicopter from the Aspen Airport, and head to Silverton with Aspen Heliskiing. You leave at 7:00am and will be back by 4:30 pm. The cost, starting at $18,000, covers the exhilarating flight from the Aspen Airport to the terrain in the San Juan Mountains and an unlimited amount of drops. It’s an investment in an unforgettable journey.
Aspen Mountain Backcountry Cat Tours: Unleash the Powder
For an unparalleled backcountry skiing experience, consider the Aspen Mountain Backcountry Cat Tours. These cats, accommodating 10-12 people, promise around 10,000 vertical feet of skiing, with smaller groups doubling the excitement. Priced at $750 per day or $7,000 for a full cat, securing your spot early is wise as these tours fill up fast.
T Lazy Seven Snowmobile Tours: Discover Winter Wonders
Explore Aspen’s winter wonders with T Lazy 7 Snowmobile Tours. Journey to iconic locations like The Maroon Bells, Klondike Cabin for lunch, and Independence Pass. Tours start at $275, offering a thrilling, scenic snowmobile adventure through the heart of the Rockies.
Paragliding off Walshes and Ruthies: Soar with the Eagles
For a unique perspective of Aspen’s breathtaking landscapes, try paragliding off Walshes in the morning or Ruthies in the afternoon with Aspen Paragliding. Priced at $400, this adventure provides spectacular views, stretching from Independence Pass to Mt Sopris. It’s a thrilling and serene way to embrace the beauty of Aspen.
Market Update
As we conclude 2023, the real estate market in Aspen shows resilience, yet with some notable shifts. The median sale price has experienced a modest 3% decline, maintaining strength despite this adjustment. Closed sales have seen an 8.5% decrease, and the days on market have extended from 71 in 2022 to 102 in 2023. Despite these changes, the list to sold price ratio has narrowed by 3% to 94.2%. Notably, the price per square foot remains robust at $3,000. Listings have increased by 7.4% compared to the same period last year, reflecting a dynamic market with evolving trends. Please reach out if you have any specific goals or strategies in mind to navigate these shifts, I’m here to assist.
Mountain Openings
After a warm summer season, the highly anticipated ski season has nearly arrived! See below for the opening days for each of the four local mountains.
Aspen Mountain Open Day
November 23, 2023, 9 am – 4 pm
Aspen Highlands Opening Day
December 9, 2023, 9 am – 4 pm
Buttermilk Opening Day
December 9, 2023, 9 am – 4 pm
Snowmass Opening Day
November 23, 2023, 9 am – 4 pm
New Terrain Alert! An Updated Rundown on the Local Mountains
Whether you are a seasoned vet or a first-time warrior, the Roaring Fork Valley has a mountain (or several) suited for your skiing or snowboarding skills. Offering multiple locations on each mountain for dining and celebrating, a diverse range of ski runs from green to double black, and outfitters with all of the gear you need within close proximity, these mountains are the core of the Roaring Fork Valley’s winter culture.
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