Mountain Biking · Aspen, CO
Butterline
Before you go
Live · nearest station Aspen, 0 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:08 pm.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 78°
Storm chance
20% afternoon
Wind
5 mph W
UV index
2.1 low
Sun window
6:17 am to 8:08 pm
Distance
1.2mi round trip
Elevation gain
117ft
High point
7,917ft
Season
Apr - Octpeak now
About
Butterline is a short, easy mountain biking connector trail in Aspen, Colorado, linking Buttermilk Ski Area to the Sky Mountain Park trail system. The route follows the alignment of a historic ditch parallel to Owl Creek Road and the airport runway. It is a bike-only singletrack with gentle grades, wide tread, and optional skill-building features like rocks for jumps or drops. The trail is suitable for riders of all levels and is pet-friendly. Parking is available at the Buttermilk main lot. The trail is accessible from April through October. Riders crossing Owl Creek Road at the northern end should watch for high-speed traffic. The area features oak brush and sage meadows with views, though the busy roadway is not always visible from the trail.
Trail profile
Gain
117 ft
Avg grade
2%
Steepest
2%
High point
7,917 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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