Enjoy Aspen's recreational facilities which include over 30 world-class parks ranging from small neighborhood parks with playgrounds to over 1,300 acres of vast open spaceswith mountain vistas and streams. Serviced by 22 miles of pedestrian/bicycle trailsand over 90 kilometers of cross country/nordic trails, Aspen parks and athletic fields create spaces for picnics, quiet contemplation, weddings, soccer and rugby games. And our downtown pedestrian mall provides premier international people-watching where children can play in the DeWolf/Fulton fountain.
Development and management of the natural beauty of the City of Aspen's community forest assets are ensured by the efforts of our Natural Resources and Forestrystaff.