Limelight Adventures in Snowmass
Being a guest at the Limelight Hotel Snowmass means so much more than just ski-in/ski-out access in winter, and close proximity to trails in summer and fall. Our roster of Limelight Adventures gives you exclusive access to a side of Snowmass few visitors get to see.
The Mountain
Inside Trails
This complimentary mountain biking experience is a highlight of summer. Enjoy the thrills of mountain biking on this guided ride along the beautiful Snowmass cross-country mountain bike trails. A bike Pro from Snowmass Bike Park will meet you in front of the Limelight Snowmass and take you to get outfitted for bikes at Four Mountain Sports nearby. We will provide the gondola pass, and cover for the bike rental insurance as well as 100% of the bike rental costs.
You’ll travel in and out of aspen groves and take in the best views of the area. This session is ideal for bikers who are just beginning in their journey with downhill mountain biking. Experienced locals certified in mountain bike coaching lead these small groups and give an insider’s perspective of the mountain’s most-prized trails.
Please contact the front desk for more info.
Limelight Climbing Wall
One of the coolest features of the Limelight Hotel Snowmass is a five-story climbing wall with three self-belay routes—a lower one for beginners, and two that will scale the entire wall. Staff will be on hand to give pointers, ensure safety, and help with harnesses and climbing shoes.Please contact the front desk for more info.
Guided Private Hike with ACES (the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies): "The Hidden Life Around Us"
Enjoy a private guided hike to learn about Aspen's ecology, history and wildlife! Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) currently offers custom private tours with naturalists which can be catered to your interests and skill level. Locations may include Hunter Creek, Ashcroft Valley, Cathedral Lake and more.Please contact the front desk for more info. Must be booked 3 days in advance.
Hidden Life Around Us Hike with ACES
Become a local and get to know the area inside and out. Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) currently offers private tours with Naturalists in locations throughout the valley who will teach you about the ecology and history of the area on a half day or whole day private tour.
Guests can choose from the following areas:
• Ashcroft (a ghost town in the Castle Creek near ACES’ Catto Center at Toklat gallery – also near Pinecreek Cookhouse. For an additional cost create a natural, cultural, shopping and dining gourmet lunch experience)
• Snowmass Nature Trail
• Hunter Creek
• Aspen Mountain (Richmond Ridge)
• Snowmass Village (Meet at Elk Camp)
Cost: $250/half day (8am–12pm or 12pm–4pm) or $500 for a whole day tour (8am–4pm) + $55 for the beautiful hardcover book, ACES Hidden Life Around Us, featuring over 150 beautiful photographs of local flora and fauna.
To book the tour contact the Limelight Adventure Concierge.
First Tracks
First Tracks is another adventure designed exclusively for guests of the Limelight. Get ready to enjoy access to Snowmass before the lifts opens to the not-quite-as-lucky general public. Just you, a few others, and miles of untouched powder and corduroy.Please contact the front desk for more info.
Inside Tracks
A Limelight exclusive, this complimentary, on-mountain adventure is offered in partnership with the Ski & Snowboard School of Aspen Snowmass. An exclusive opportunity to get the inside scoop of Snowmass while meeting other guests and skiing/riding with Pros. Although not a lesson, the Pros offer tips and assistance to ensure everyone has a great time. Please contact the front desk for more info.
Audi Snowshoe Experience
Together with Audi, we are offering our guests the opportunity to take an Audi Q7, or the fully-electric Audi e-tron SUV, for a test drive to the end of the road. Once there, embark on an off-road tranquil and self-guided snowshoe hike through the Rocky Mountains. During this mountain adventure, you’ll experience the power and precision of Audi and go beyond the limits in style. We’ll provide you with an Audi SUV for up to (4) four hours, snowshoes for up to (6) six guests* and guidance on local trails from the Limelight concierge. (Learn more about some of the snowshoe route options).
All guests who participate in the Audi Snowshoe Experience must sign a liability waiver. Contact us for details.
Avalanche Dog and Ski Patrol Sweep
Enjoy the magic and quiet of having Snowmass Mountain all to yourself. In conjunction with Snowmass Mountain Ski Patrol, we’re giving you an opportunity like no other. As part of Patrol’s safety measures, they must “sweep” the mountain every night to make sure everyone is safely down and everything is in order. You’ll join these pros to get a behind-the-scenes look at how they put the mountain to bed at the end of each day.Please contact the front desk for more info.
Ullr Nights, Tubing & the Breathtaker
Every winter season, Aspen Snowmass hosts a weekly nighttime celebration at Elk Camp called Ullr Nights. Ride the gondola that's out our front door to an evening of live music, dinner on the mountain, night tubing, ski bikes, and rides on the new Breathtaker Alpine Coaster. Tubing and the Breathtaker — as well as daily Snowbike tours — are also available daily during the ski season during the day.