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Aspen is one of the best known spots in Colorado. People flock to the beautiful, historic town both winter and summer for the breathtaking views, recreation, restaurants, nightlife and culture. Although Aspen is a little harder to get to than some Colorado towns, it’s worth all the trouble. You’ll find endless opportunities for fun in this famous town.
Many visitors come for the whitewater rafting near Aspen. Some of the most scenic whitewater trips lie just over Independence Pass from Aspen on the Arkansas River. AVA’s Arkansas River rafting trips are for all ages and abilities, from family whitewater trips to the most advanced rafting in the state. Favorites include the Browns Canyon Sizzler for a families with lunch on the river. For the more adventurous at heart, check out The Gauntlet – Pine Creek & the Numbers, the most advanced section on the entire Arkansas River.
Many visitors come for the whitewater rafting near Aspen. Some of the most scenic whitewater trips lie just over Independence Pass from Aspen on the Arkansas River. AVA’s Arkansas River rafting trips are for all ages and abilities, from family whitewater trips to the most advanced rafting in the state. Favorites include the Browns Canyon Sizzler for a families with lunch on the river. For the more adventurous at heart, check out The Gauntlet – Pine Creek & the Numbers, the most advanced section on the entire Arkansas River.
There are so many rafting options in Buena Vista you could do a different trip every day of the week. Buena Vista rafting trips are located about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Aspen over Independence Pass. You can find class III through class V trips in Buena Vista. Learn more about rafting.
Ziplining in Granite, Colorado is an excellent activity to take in the unbelievable views of the mountains and river valley. The granite zipline course is incorporated into the mountain, so no platforms but instead hikes to each line. From Aspen you can get to Granite in just over an hour. Learn more about ziplining.
Via ferrata is an adventure that includes assisted climbing and traversing across a cliff face over the beautiful Arkansas River Valley. Our granite course is just over 1 hour from Aspen and offers an exciting and safe adventure unlike anything else you can try.Learn more about via ferrata.
Other activities near Aspen include rock climbing, horseback riding, camping, cabins, and multi-day activities. If you are willing to venture a little farther then you can try SUP, kayak, fly fishing, guided hiking, hot air balloon rides, off-roading and more! Learn more about all of our activites.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES NEAR ASPEN
Buena Vista, Colorado about 1 hour southeast from Aspen
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Breckenridge, Colorado is about 2 hours northeast of Aspen
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Idaho Springs, Colorado is located 2 hours and 40 minutes northeast of Aspen
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Kremmling, Colorado is located 2 hours and 40 minutes north of Aspen
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