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
Nov 22, 2025
10:00 AM –
Where
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!
Nov 27, 2025
Aspen Snowmass
Grooming will begin as soon as there is enough snow.
Nov 29, 2025
Dec 14, 2025 Dec 14, 2025
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Aspen Snowmass Aspen High School Tracks
The first of seven in the Ute Cup Nordic Series. This event is held on the high school tracks adjacent to the AVSC Clubhouse. This is a freestyle race of 5K or 10k for all ages and 1K and 3K for juniors. Mass start beginning at 1pm at Aspen Valley Ski Club on the Aspen High School tracks.
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
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