Things to do

Activities

• Take a stroll through historic downtown Basalt

• Catch some brownies or rainbow trout on a fly fishing wade or float trip: Frying Pan Anglers

• Zoom down the alpine coaster, rock climb, or try the ropes course in Snowmass: The Lost Forest

• Enjoy multiple hot springs in Glenwood Springs: Iron Mountain Hot Springs or Glenwood Hot Springs

• Hike Maroon Bells in Aspen: Book shuttle reservation

• Splash down the river by raft or ducky boats: Aspen White Water

• Lots of water sports like paddle boarding or jet skiing: Rudi Resorvoir

• Bike along the Roaring Fork river or other bike trails: Rio Grande Trail

• Plenty of hiking trails around the Roaring Fork Valley: All Trails list of hikes

• Community tennis court accessible to guests in the Swanson neighborhood: Directions from Element hotel

• Many golf courses in the Roaring Fork Valley: List of Basalt courses

• Take a walk through John Denver Sanctuary in Aspen

• Venture to North Star Nature Preserve for wildlife viewing in Aspen

• Challenge the Bartons and Swansons with cairn building

Food & Beverage

• Great distillery right in El Jebel: Woody Creek Distillers

• Kick back for some local brews: Capitol Creek Brewery

• Delicious Brunch at this small family owned restaurant: Cafe Bernard

• Take a 25 minute drive to Aspen for fine cuisine and shopping

• Little Italian spot in El Jebel: Bella Mia

• Enjoy downtown Basalt's Sunday Farmers Market