Free & Cheap Things to Do in Aspen, CO

  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Aspen, Colorado, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountains, Ghost Towns and Movie Theaters.
  • From Maroon Bells to Maroon Lake Scenic Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aspen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Crested Butte, Snowmass Village, Gunnison and Vail.
  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Aspen, Colorado, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountains, Ghost Towns and Movie Theaters.
  • From Maroon Bells to Maroon Lake Scenic Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aspen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Crested Butte, Snowmass Village, Gunnison and Vail.
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42.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Farms & Ranches County Rd 274, Buena Vista, CO 81211 MoreLess Info
Antero Mountain Ranch offers horseback riding experiences against the backdrop of the Buena Vista mountains. The company also offers hay rides and wagon rides. Visitors can eat lunch or dinner at the ranch.
42.8 Miles
82% 145 votes
Farms & Ranches 700 Red Sandstone Rd, Vail, CO 81657 MoreLess Info
Take yourself off the grid and book your visit to Piney River Ranch and enjoy pristine mountain landscapes, clear waters and fresh air. The ranch features horseback tours, fishing, canoe and boat rentals and amenities for private parties and weddings.
42.9 Miles
97% 180 votes
Hiking Trails Vail, CO MoreLess Info
Featuring almost 5 miles of trail over varied mountain surfaces, Booth Falls Trail is a moderate level hike offering stunning views of the Aspen groves, a lake and waterfalls. Seasonally, the meadows are filled with wildflowers and many visitors enjoy fishing the lake.
43.4 Miles
20% 5 votes
Rafting 111 Mill Street, Buena Vista, CO 80211 MoreLess Info
Visitors can experience white water rafting at BAT Rafting - Breckenridge Adventure Tours. The guide is knowledgeable about rafting and provides opportunities for visitors to take photos while on the raft.
43.5 Miles
90% 10 votes
Dog Sleds 900 County Road 13, Gunnison, CO 81230 MoreLess Info
The Lucky Cat Dog Farm offers two hour and lunch tour dog sledding rides. Riders, who are allowed to stand on the back of the sled, can also adopt a retired animal.
43.7 Miles
100% 18 votes
Rafting 115 Gregg Drive, Buena Vista, CO 81211 MoreLess Info
Performance Tours Inc offers rafting through Brown's Canyon and Wild Horse Canyon on the Arkansas River. The company provides photos of the excursions and has full day or half day trips.
43.7 Miles
100% 9 votes
Rafting 44650 US Hwy 50 W, Canon City, CO 81212 MoreLess Info
Clear Creek Rafting Company offers over a dozen different whitewater rafting packages including half, full and multi-day trips where patrons are fully outfitted and guided. They offer trips for all skill levels on two different rivers.
43.9 Miles
92% 37 votes
Horseback Riding 20360 C.R. 306, Buena Vista, CO 81211 MoreLess Info
Trail rides in the San Isabel National Forest and the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness area are offered by the Harvard City Riding Stables. They also offer fishing trips that are accessible by horseback and pack trips.
44.0 Miles
93% 133 votes
Rafting 113 North Railroad Street, Buena Vista, CO 81211 MoreLess Info
Buffalo Joe's Whitewater Rafting organizes a variety of rafting trips making use of inflatable kayaks, paddle and oar boats on the Arkansas River. The trips weave through the surrounding vistas such as Browns Canyon and Wild Horse Canyon offering scenic views.
44.1 Miles
100% 34 votes
Bars 321 East Main Street, Buena Vista, CO 81211 MoreLess Info
The Deerhammer Distilling Company handcrafts its own single malt whiskeys and other fine spirits. The company's products include Downtime Single Malt Whiskey, Whitewater Whiskey, Bullwheel Gin, and Buena Vista Brandy.
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