There is a change in the air and a sense that we are right on the verge of a seasonal change in the Aspen area. This is a time of absolute beauty as the Aspen trees turn to their autumn glory and the light from the sun changes making the skies seem bluer & the trees more golden.
Here are some Fall suggestions in the Aspen area to highlight the season.
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Avoid the crowds at the well-traveled Maroon Bells and take a hike up Buttermilk Mountain's Tiehack Trail and get a long-distance view of the "Bells" and be mesmerized by the great panoramic view of the mountains & valley below you.
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Order up a picnic lunch from Mawa's Kitchen online and head out for a day trip of exploration of Independence Pass and take in the twists and turns as you pass the spectacular aspen groves. At 12,095 this is the highest paved pass in North America. There are many hiking options click HERE for a complete list or check out the Grottos which is a great place for a picnic or for kids to explore.
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Year-round Pine Creek CookHouse is a fun destination as it is surrounded by a plethora of outdoor opportunities, but during the fall colors, it is an absolutely worthwhile trek. Check out the nearby Ashcroft Ghost Town, a great place for adults and kids of all ages to get a sense of years past. If you want a quiet day just to take in Mother Nature's Fall splendor, order lunch and a glass of wine and soak it all in.
