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SUMMER Activities & Adventures

While Aspen is known as a winter playground, a different side emerges in summer. Aspen in the summer brings wildflowers across the hillsides, clear rivers through the valley, and miles of trail waiting to be explored. From high-alpine hikes and river adventures to biking and fly fishing, these are the kinds of things to do in Aspen that stay with you. Aspen summer activities unfold effortlessly when you begin at The Little Nell.

Adventure, Handled

To discover things to do in Aspen, contact our Adventure Center to learn about all your Five-Star options, like off-road excursions or fly-fishing trips. Whichever adventure you choose, our team will happily make it happen.

CONTACT

Adventure Center

adventure@thelittlenell.com

(970) 920-6315 (970) 920-6315

Located at Aspen Collection in the Lower Gondola Plaza

Off-Road Adventures
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Take a ride on the wild side and explore Aspen in the comfort of our custom off-road vehicle commandeered by an experienced adventure guide. Enjoy the rugged beauty of our mountains as you meander up to see summer wildflowers while keeping an eye out for Colorado wildlife.
Fly Fishing
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Whatever your skill level, our team of experts will customize a high-end
fishing trip on the Roaring Fork River or any number of private Gold Medal
Waters throughout the Valley. Choose from a walk + wade fly fishing trip on the river or pond fishing at T-Lazy 7 Ranch.
Private River Boating
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Experience the Roaring Fork River with a guided float through Aspen’s high-alpine landscape. It’s a different kind of access—where pristine water, open sky, and thoughtful service come together seamlessly.
Ride & Dine Dinner Series
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A summer favorite, we invite all cyclists to join us for our Ride & Dine
Dinner Series, embarking on a journey from The Little Nell by bike to arrive at the scenic destination for an al fresco dinner.
Clip-in Cycling Camp
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Cyclists of all abilities are invited to join our annual cycling camp, where
you'll ride scenic routes throughout Aspen led by former pros, wine and
dine each day, and create new connections.
Sport Clay Tours
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Experience an unparalleled adventure in the world of clay shooting on a private ranch near the historic townsite of Emma, 19 miles downvalley from Aspen. Surrounded by mountains and meadows, this ranch is exclusively available to The Little Nell, providing an unforgettable experience.

Aspen Collection Rentals

Whether you're a beginner or an expert, navigating roads, gravel or mountain bike trails, Aspen Collection provides Aspen's finest fleet of bikes tailored to match your adventure style and skill level.

Amenities, Experiences & More Amenities, Experiences & More Amenities, Experiences & More

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The region's sole ski-in, ski-out spa, deeply rooted in the ‘Aspen Idea’ - a holistic lifestyle philosophy that celebrates the life-affirming pleasure found in active pursuits, the feel-good effects of Mother Nature, and the integration of mind, body, and spirit.
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Events Calendar
Explore events happening at The Little Nell and around Aspen, from wine dinners and parties to on-mountain activities and community gatherings.
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Wine Cellar Experiences
A reputation as rich as its cellar - now is your chance to experience a unique part of The Little Nell wine program. Enjoy a private cellar tasting or dinner, catered to your every need and hosted by one of our sommeliers.