Mountain Biking · Aspen, CO

Buttermilk Mountain Summer Work Road

moderateTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

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Live · nearest station Aspen, 0 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

63°

Smoky

Feels like 63°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

3.5 moderate

Sun window

6:15 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

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Elevation gain

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High point

7,890ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Buttermilk Mountain Summer Work Road is a dirt route in Aspen, Colorado, used for hiking, running, and mountain biking. The road connects the main ski area parking lot to the West Buttermilk ski lift. It is steep at times and classified as moderate or intermediate difficulty. The trail is approximately 3.4 miles long, with an elevation gain of about 1,507 feet, ranging from 8,361 to 9,868 feet. Riders can access the road from the base or connect via the Oregon Trail on the Tiehack side. The route passes the Cliffhouse Restaurant, which offers views of the Maroon Creek valley and Pyramid Peak. The road provides access to the Buttermilk Bowls singletrack trail. Parking is available at the base. The area is pet-friendly. The road is open from April through October.

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High point

7,890 ft

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Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,890 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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