The Roaring Fork Valley is recognized for more than 300 miles of single-track trails and miles of additional routes between Aspen and Glenwood Springs. It was the first Gold-Level designation in Colorado and just the seventh worldwide. You will find a wide range of trails in and around Aspen from smooth, fun rollers to dedicated, double-black downhills. The spectacular natural beauty surrounding our trails is just a bonus. So bring your bikes or rent them while your here, and surround yourself with heart-pounding enjoyment. You can find over 120 Aspen trails and all the relative information you’ll need at the MTB Project
Sky Mountain Park
This recently acquired open space property lies on the ridge between Brush Creek and Owl Creek, above the airport. Many different routes sprawl on perfectly-graded modern trails. Views of Aspen, Independence Pass, Snowmass and the rugged Elk Mountains abound. Really awesome and totally worthwhile.
Buttermilk Bowls Loop
This loop is a steady grind with amazing single-track on the descent. It is difficult because it's steep but not overly technical with about 60% single-track. 8.8 miles
Government Trail
Typically ridden from Snowmass to Buttermilk but it can be ridden the opposite direction for more climbing. It has several technical, rocky areas that require stream crossings. 6.6 miles
Lincoln Creek Road to Ruby Ghost Town
The riding is primarily moderate and beautiful in the high alpine. There's no single track on this ride but the road offers some nice climbs. The beauty is you can turn around anywhere, anytime if time, energy or weather demand. 21.7 miles
Hunter Creek Hummingbird
This short ride is a connector for longer rides but can be enjoyed on its own. It is Hunter Creek's first machine-built trail. 1.8 miles
Hunter Creek Trail
This trail starts on the Rio Grande Trail and eventually becomes a steep hiking trail. The eastern end of the trail is close to the Hunter-Frying Pan Wilderness boundary, which makes for a beautiful out-and-back ride. Look for the Verena Mallory single-track for a half mile detour. 4 miles
Smuggler-Hunter Creek Loop
Smuggler and Hunter Creek Loops are mostly intermediate rides but there are expert technical challenges along the way. It starts with a rigorous ride up Smuggler Mountain Road. 9.6 miles
Smuggler-Hobbit-Sunnyside Loop
A difficult ride gaining 3200 feet in elevation, offers lots of opportunity for climbing and plenty of descending through diverse terrain and landscapes. Most descents are single track. 17.7 miles
Snowmass to Aspen
This is a one-way trip from Snowmass ski area to the base of Buttermilk and rated as a difficult ride. Technical rocky areas and roots offer a challenge for even the experienced. 17.6 miles
Snowmass Rim Trail Loop
Intermediate ride up Brush Creek Bike Path to just below the ski area. single-track with lots of climbing up a 7 mile single-track path. Gaining 1800 feet in elevation, its a challenge but the views are 360 degrees of wonderful. 10.5 miles
Snowmass Loop
Snowmass has one of the best single-track riding systems in Colorado and it continues to expand. Epic mountain views, grassy meadows, rocks, jump lines, forests, and flowers. The Snowmass Loop has it all. 24.1 miles
