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Parking & Getting Around

Getting around the Aspen Snowmass area is simple and convenient. On this page, we offer comprehensive guidance on everything from our efficient bus system to renting a bike to how much a parking meter costs on a Tuesday afternoon.

Bus in Aspen in winter

Bus in Aspen in winter

New Parking at Highlands and Two Creeks

New this season at Aspen Highlands and Two Creeks, we've simplified our parking process to enhance your experience and get you on the mountain faster. Guests will no longer need to obtain parking hang tags or tickets when entering either parking lot. Instead, you can conveniently pay for parking through your phone or at the payment kiosks located throughout the parking lots.

Pay by Phone: Simply scan the QR codes located in the Aspen Highlands and Two Creeks lot to pay with your credit card. This contactless payment option allows for a quick and hassle-free experience.

Payment Kiosks: For those who prefer a traditional method, payment kiosks are available on-site.

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Getting Around with a Car

Highway 82 serves as the main thoroughfare connecting the Roaring Fork Valley. In downtown Aspen, it is also labeled as Main Street. Our airport is conveniently located right off the highway a mere 3 miles outside of town. Snowmass Village connects to Highway 82 via both Brush Creek Road and Owl Creek Road. Below is all you need to know about parking your car during your stay.

All Parking Options and Information

There are several parking lots around the Aspen Snowmass area, but they fill up quickly during peak travel times and especially on powder days. When you’re headed out for a day on the slopes, you’ll want to avoid circling the parking lot, so below we've compiled a local's perspective on the various parking lots, in order of preference.

Brush Creek Lot

Buttermilk Lot

Aspen Highlands Garage

Aspen Metered Parking

Rio Grande Parking Plaza

Snowmass Base Garage

Town Park Station

Two Creeks Lot

West Buttermilk

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Aspen Highlands & Two Creeks Parking FAQ

How do I redeem my parking permit this season

Are the first 30 minutes still free at Aspen Highlands

How do I pay for parking?

Can I have two cars in the lot at once if I have a season pass that allows for two vehicles

How do I switch between two vehicles registered on my season pass

Can I register all three vehicles I use during winter on my season pass

Why is the parking process changing

Can I still get free parking for four or more occupants

Pitkin County Alerts

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Get updates on road closures, traffic, and travel alerts first with Pitkin County Alerts SMS messages. The Pitkin Alert notification system enables local officials to quickly provide you with information about emergencies and community news, such as severe weather, road closures, missing persons, and evacuations. You may select exactly which alerts you would like to receive by text message, phone call, email, and/or hearing-impaired receiving devices.

Getting Around Without a Car

Pedestrians walking around Aspen Snowmass in winter

Pedestrians walking around Aspen Snowmass in winter

Not only is it possible to enjoy your vacation at Aspen Snowmass without a car, it is totally doable. The beauty of Aspen Snowmass is that you have access to 4 unique, world-class mountains without ever having to get behind the wheel. A seamless bus system, pedestrian-friendly streets, free shuttles, and numerous limo and taxi companies make it possible to focus on enjoying your experience (and your après cocktail) rather than focusing on the road.

Pedestrian-friendly streets, free shuttles, reliable public transportation and numerous limo and taxi companies make sure that you can ditch the car for your visit.

RFTA Bus System

Roaring Fork Transit Authority

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RFTA Aspen Snowmass

The RFTA or Roaring Fork Transit Authority (which locals simply call “Rafta”) has routes to all four mountains, around town, downvalley, and most places in between. Convenient schedules and (more importantly ski and snowboard racks) make them a popular choice for visiting the four mountains of Aspen Snowmass. Enjoy your après cocktail worry-free knowing your Designated Driver is arriving every 15 minutes to shuttle you home!

Visit RFTA’s website to learn more about schedules and fares.

You can receive estimated arrival times by text message with RFTA SMS Text Schedules. You can get information online in advance of your trip or find information on how to text at any posted bus stop!

Quick Guide to RFTA

Traveling from mountain to mountain? Use the 4-Mountain Connector route
Traveling around Aspen? Use the City of Aspen route
Traveling around Snowmass Village? Use the Snowmass Village route
Traveling to Aspen from Down Valley? Use the VelociRFTA: Bus Rapid Transit route

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Hotel Shuttles

Hotel shuttle in winter
Numerous hotels and resorts in Aspen and Snowmass Village offer resort shuttles to the slopes, and — in some cases — luxury transfers to wherever you want to go. Learn more about the hotels and resorts (and the transportation services they offer) in our Lodging section.

On Bike

Bike rider in winter in Aspen
Bike culture in Aspen and Snowmass Village is alive and thriving. Regardless of season, most locals get from point A to point B on a bike because of how easy it is.

In summer, Four Mountain Sports rents cruiser, road and mountain bikes for getting around. Even the Limelight Hotel Aspen offers complimentary cruiser bikes to guests.

On Foot

Pedestrians in Aspen in winter
Both downtown Aspen and Snowmass Village are pedestrian friendly. In fact, you could cross both of them on foot in 20 minutes time. In Aspen, Cooper and Hyman Avenues (between Mill and Galena Streets) and Mill St. (between Hyman and Durant Avenues) are closed to vehicles, creating a wonderful pedestrian mall.

In Snowmass Village, the Mall and Base Village areas are also perfect for strolling.

Taxi / Limo Service

From a simple cross-valley ride to the five-star treatment, several taxis and limousine services can be found in and around Aspen and Snowmass Village. Local taxi and limousine companies include:

Aspen Limo Services
High Mountain Taxi
Corporate Transportation Specialists - CTS Aspen
Nomi Limo

Rental Car Agencies

Most destinations around the Aspen Snowmass area are accessible by public transportation, bike, or foot. However, if you’re craving the freedom of the open road or are planning to travel outside the bounds of public transportation, Aspen/Pitkin County Airport has numerous rental car agencies that you can rent from.

Avis

www.avis.com
800-331-1212

Budget

www.budget.com
800-527-0700

Hertz

www.hertz.com
800-654-3131

Enterprise

www.enterprise.com
800-325-8007