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Open Space

Over 1.100 acres of open space can be found within and around the City of Aspen.  The City is proud to offer these vital resources to the public, providing a natural experience for you to explore and enjoy.  The City of Aspen is committed to preserving, protecting, and enhancing its natural surroundings with the 2001 voter-approved funding for the purchase of open space.  These parcels encompass wetlands, shrub lands, and forested areas. 

 

For additional information, contact Brian Flynn, Open Space and Special Projects Manager, or call 970.429.2035.

 

The City of Aspen is a participating member of COSA, Colorado Open Space Alliance: www.coloradoopenspace.org.

 

 

Maroon Creek Wetlands 
 
 
 
Sky Mountain Park access opened May 16, 2011:
Parking is available at Buttermilk or the Snowmass Rodeo Lot. From Buttermilk follow the Owl Creek Trail past the Airport Operation Center Building. Turn onto the access road (Radar Road) that will be signed 'Public Access Welcome' follow this road to informational kiosk. From the Rodeo Lot heads toward the round-a-bout and access the Ridge Connector Trail. See map for more details. Map Link. 
Soak in the view. Remember no dogs or motorized vehicles. For more information review the 
Sky Mountain Park Interim Management Plan
Adopted by OSTB 5/5/2011
For further information regarding Sky Mountain Parkplease visit the link below:
http://www.aspenpitkin.com/Departments/Open-Space-Trails/