The most up-to-date information for the Roaring Fork Valley

Ashcroft is the premiere cross-country area in the nation with miles of groomed trails. The towering 14,000-foot peaks of the Elk Mountains surround this pristine valley. Spectacular ski terrain offers something for everybody with dedicated trails for snowshoers. Phone the King Cabin for information, rentals, and lessons, (970) 925-1971. The legendary Pine Creek Cookhouse has been recreated in a spectacular new log cabin. This renowned restaurant serves gourmet lunches and dinners. Enjoy an Aspen winter tradition with a guided cross-country ski, snowshoe tour by miner's lamp or a romantic sleigh ride to the Cookhouse. Lunches begin at noon. Dinner tours begin at 6:30pm. Luxury backcountry cabin rental also available. Reservations (970) 925-1044.

On the tracks of the free Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Trail system, the Aspen Cross Country Center offers a full range of ski school programs, guided cross-country ski and snowshoe tours, retail shop, rentals and a comfortable indoor meeting place. Located in the Pro Shop at the Aspen Golf Course. The ski school offers beginner to expert instruction in both classic and skate skiing. For group reservations, please contact Paul at Ute Mountaineer, (970) 925-2849.

The 70 kilometers of groomed trails of the Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Trail System is unique to North America because it links Aspen and Snowmass Village and is the largest free winter trail system. The combination of entertaining trails, wonderful vistas, trail-side cross-country centers, and restaurants provides for a rewarding experience for skiers and snowshoers. 429-2039 / www.aspennordic.com.

Taking advantage of its location at the Snowmass ski area and its partnership with Aspen Skiing Company, Challenge Aspen offers a variety of winter activities, including adaptive alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Skiing and snowboarding lessons are provided by adaptive-trained, PSIA/AASI-certified instructors. Lessons are available at all levels for individuals ages 4 and up who have a physical and/or cognitive disability.

The Snowmass Cross Country Ski Center offers access to a wide variety of snowshoe trails. Snowshoe tours range from easy downhill to aerobic hill climbs. A snowshoe tour can be tailored to your time constraints and your level of comfort. The Snowmass XC Center also offers a full range of ski school programs, guided X-C tours; X-C, snowshoe & cross country ski rentals, a retail shop and repair services. Beginner to expert instruction in both classic and skate skiing. Located on the no fee 40-mile Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Trail System.