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Snowboarding · Aspen, CO

Buttermilk Mountain Snowboarding

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Live · nearest station Aspen, 2 mi
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Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

76°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 76°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6.2 high

Sun window

6:15 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

7,876ft

Season

Nov - Apr

About

Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, Colorado, is a moderate snowboarding destination distinguished by its terrain parks and history as the home of the X Games. The resort features 470 acres of skiable area with 44 trails, blending gentle groomers for beginners with challenging terrain suitable for experienced riders. The base elevation is 7,870 feet, rising to a summit of 9,900 feet. The typical season runs from November through April, supported by snowmaking on 108 acres and an annual average snowfall of 200 inches. The mountain is divided into three distinct areas: Tiehack, which is popular with uphill skiers and snowboarders; main Buttermilk; and West Buttermilk, described as a mellow beginner's paradise. Key features include the 22-foot superpipe in the terrain park, which has won recognition from Transworld Snowboarding Magazine. Amenities include a fully-electric skier services building for lessons, rentals, and tickets, on-mountain dining at the Cliffhouse and Buttermilk Mountain Lodge, and ample parking. The facility is accessible year-round for events but operates primarily in winter. A single lift ticket provides access to all four Aspen Snowmass mountains.

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Steepest

High point

7,876 ft

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Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Waypoints

1Base Area Parking7,874 ft

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Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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