How long is Aspen Mountain gondola ride?
The Silver Queen Gondola, which opened in 1987, is the longest single-stage gondola in the world. It travels 2.5 miles to the top of Aspen Mountain and drops you off among hiking and biking trails, a full-service restaurant, and the live-music stage.
Is the Aspen Mountain gondola open?
You can catch the Silver Queen Gondola from downtown Aspen between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. every day from June through September in the summer, and during Aspen Mountain’s regular operating hours from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the winter.
Does Aspen have a gondola?
The peak of Aspen Mountain is 11,212 feet. Whether you are visiting in summer or winter a trip to the top of the mountain on the Silver Queen Gondola will include spectacular views and delicious food, and is a must while you are in town.
Is the Snowmass gondola free?
Snowmass Village gondola, free, automated & it runs all day, into the night – Picture of Aspen Snowmass, Snowmass Village.
Can you hike up Aspen Mountain?
Both Snowmass and Aspen Mountain are open to hiking in summer time, offering nature-lovers the chance to climb the mountains that they love to ski in the winter.
What time do the ski lifts close in Aspen?
Lift hours: All lifts open at 9 am. The Silver Queen Gondola and Ajax Express lift are now open until 4 pm. The FIS lift closes at 3:45 pm and all others close at 3:30 pm.
How much of Aspen Mountain is open?
Season dates for the 2021-2022 season
| Resort | Open | close |
|---|---|---|
| aspen Mountain | November 25 | April 24 |
| buttermilk | December 11 | April 3 |
| Cooper | December 11 | April 17 |
| copper mountain | November 22 | April 24 |
What lifts are open at Aspen?
Aspen Mountain Lift Status
| Lift | Type | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Gent’s Ridge | Quad Fixed | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Ruthies | Triple HS | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| F.I.S. | Double Fixed | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Silver Queen Gondola | Gondola 6 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Can dogs go on the Aspen gondola?
Both Aspen Mountain’s Silver Queen Gondola and Snowmass Ski Area’s Elk Camp Gondola permit pooches. Paw-print-marked cabins means Fido can ride inside. Once up top, dogs can join their owners on mountain-top hikes and also dine al fresco on the Sundeck* or Elk Camp patios.
How long does the Snowmass Gondola take?
about 14 minutes
The Elk Camp Gondola It takes about 14 minutes to get to Elk Camp Meadows from Base Village. From Elk Camp Meadows, you can take a chairlift to the summit or you can make your way over to the Lost Forest.
Is Snowmass Gondola open?
The Sky Cab opens at 8 am; the Cirque lift opens at 10 am; the Village Express and Sam’s Knob lifts open at 8:30 am; all other lifts open at 9 am and close at 3:30 pm.
How long does it take to walk down Aspen Mountain?
Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 7 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.