Welcome to your new home!


Moving is an exciting, and often stressful, time. There is no better stress reliever than getting outdoors. Whether it be a walk around the block with the pup, a backcountry hike, or some mindfulness at your neighborhood park, we hope you are able to appreciate all the beauty and specialness around you.

If you need some ideas for where to go, check out these nearby special places forever protected through Aspen Valley Land Trust and our partners in conservation. Our mission is to protect the open land and special places of the Roaring Fork and middle Colorado River valleys for wildlife, agriculture, and community, forever. This community makes our work possible, and we hope you will consider joining this conservation family. Already a member? Consider telling your new neighbors about this cause you support! Thank you for being a part of this community and caring for the places you love!
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​Aspen


​HENRY STEIN PARK
Take a break at this AVLT-owned park while walking or biking along the Rio Grande Trail in Aspen. Visitors can access Slaughter House Falls downriver or relax and enjoy the view of Red Butte. 

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HUNTER CREEK TRAILS
 Accessed from the Hunter Creek Trail, Emilie Benedict Park and Verena Mallory Park were mining claims donated to AVLT 30 years ago by Aspen legends Fritz and Fabi Benedict. They provide in-town hiking, a place to rest, and breathtaking views (literally, it’s a steep hike!). Bring your hiking poles and good footwear. ​

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NORTH STAR PRESERVE
 Located between Highway 82 and the eastern flank of Aspen Mountain, this Pitkin County property encompasses a stretch of the Roaring Fork River, wetlands, recreation access, and wildlife habitat.

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Snowmass Village


​SKY MOUNTAIN PARK

RIM TRAIL NORTH

COZY POINT RANCH
Sky Mountain Park and its adjacent neighbor, Seven Star, feature a vast network of trails and scenic vistas across more than 1,000 acres along Brush Creek. Owned and managed by Pitkin County Open Space & Trails and conserved through AVLT, this is critical habitat so please respect the seasonal wildlife closure from Dec. 1 – May 15 and remember dogs are not allowed.

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This world-class hiking and mountain biking trail snakes along Wildcat Ridge through 148 acres of protected open space, all with uninterrupted views of Mt. Daley. Owned by the Town of Snowmass Village, the Aspen Skiing Company protected this land through AVLT in 2003 for generations of outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife to forever enjoy. Support that wildlife by respecting the Dec. 1 - May 15 closure.

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From outdoor education to sustainable farming, this City of Aspen open space located at the mouth of Brush Creek offers recreation access, an equestrian center, archery range, and a connection to the valley’s farming and ranching heritage. Access the historic property conserved through AVLT by visiting the Farm Collaborative or Cozy Point Equestrian Center.

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Basalt


ROCK BOTTOM RANCH
This jewel at the base of the Crown is Aspen Center for Environmental Studies’ hub for education and sustainable agriculture and is forever protected through AVLT. Tour the farm, check out seasonal programs, or watch the wildlife that also call this ranch home.

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NANCY'S PATH
Access the expansive trail network of the Crown by Nancy’s Path, a trail that crosses the bucolic Happy Day Ranch, a property forever protected by AVLT. What begins as a pastoral stroll ends with a steep hike and rewarding views. Dogs are not allowed as it is an active ranch.

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COFFMAN RANCH
Connect to nature and your community at Coffman Ranch, AVLT’s conservation homestead. You can access the ranch by private tour or during a Coffman Coffee Walk. This is your opportunity to experience a working ranch and conservation firsthand.

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Carbondale


RED HILL
Carbondale’s iconic entrance was forever protected in 2017 thanks to generous community support that protected the 25 acres at the base of Red Hill. You can access this network of trails and their beautiful views all year long.

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RIVERFRONT PARK
Accessed from Crystal Bridge Drive in River Valley Ranch, Riverfront Park provides a half-mile stretch of riverfront, walking trails, quiet space, and impressive views of Mt. Sopris. The park is closed seasonally for bald eagle habitat, but a peaceful  escape for during Carbondale’s bustling summer.

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COFFMAN RANCH
Connect to nature and your community at Coffman Ranch, AVLT’s conservation homestead. You can access the ranch by private tour or during a Coffman Coffee Walk. This is your opportunity to experience a working ranch and conservation firsthand.

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