Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Aspen Snowmass Nordic Council
Our Nordic Trail System began in 1984 with a few volunteers setting tracks with a snowmobile on the Aspen Golf Course. Thanks to years of vision, effort, and collaboration, today, our system offers 60 miles of FREE cross country skiing for the enjoyment by our residents and visitors. Come explore the trails. Pack a lunch and ski from town to town. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery. The Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Council wishes you happy skiing!
Lessons are by appointment only. Reservations must be made 24 hours prior. Lesson prices do not include cost of rentals. Rentals during lessons are 20% off.
We offer a variety of rental equipment to get you out onto the trails. All rentals are on a first come first serve basis. Discounts are available for 3- and 5-day rentals.
Skis from Madshus, Fischer and Salomon
We carry the latest cross country ski equipment and apparel to keep you comfortable on the trails so you can focus on the skiing. Stop by the center to see our collection of the latest cross country ski equipment and clothing.
Our experienced staff is available for any cross country ski repair and service needs. Basic binding installation is free with purchase of any skis and bindings. Purchase of skis only, installation is $20 for screw in type. Purchase of any ski includes a wax.
Support the Trails Funds to groom, maintain, and build the winter Nordic Trail System come from taxpayer dollars. In 2007, the citizens of Pitkin County generously approved a referendum to fund the Nordic Trail System through Pitkin County's Open Space and Trails program. Previously, the trials had been funded through an annually reviewed Inter-Governmental Agreement between Pitkin County, the City of Aspen, and the Town of Snowmass Village.
Today, our Nordic Trail System is publicly owned and FREE for everyone to use. There is no other comparable free trail system in North America. Enjoy!
As a non-profit advisory and oversight organization for our Nordic trails, the Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Council solicits donations to support special Nordic trail projects and Nordic events that are NOT covered by annual public funding.
If you wish to contribute to the cause, you can donate here. Thank You!
When
Jul 26, 2025 Jul 26, 2025
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where
Aspen Snowmass Snowmass, CO
Grab your bike and pedal to the medal around a 25 mile loop ascending 5000 Feet. Solo competitors will have the option of 1 or 2 laps, or teams of 2 can race 1 lap each of the Audi Snowmass 50.
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Aspen Snowmass Herron Park Aspen, CO
Cost
Free
Every Saturday beginning June 14, join us for a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Aug 02, 2025 Aug 02, 2025
Aug 09, 2025 Aug 09, 2025
A fun, learn-to-ski cross country program. The emphasis is on fostering a love for the sport and enjoying winter in the Roaring Fork Valley.
Aspen Golf Course and Moore Trails Loop
Owl Creek Trail
Aspen Golf Club’s Red Mountain Grill
Aspen Brewing Company
Aspen, CO
970-453-6855 breckenridgenordic.com Breckenridge, CO // 81 MI from Denver 30 KM of trails
970-754-4390 vail.com/nordic Vail, CO // 97 MI from Denver 50 KM of trails
888-573-9622 ymcarockies.org Granby, CO // 80 MI from Denver 120 KM of trails
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