Aspen Snowmass Ski Trail Maps: All Four Mountains
Aspen Snowmass has four ski mountains on one lift ticket: Aspen Mountain (Ajax), Aspen Highlands, Snowmass and Buttermilk. Ajax rises straight out of downtown and has no beginner terrain. Buttermilk is the family and beginner mountain. Highlands is home to Highland Bowl. Snowmass is the biggest, with terrain for every level. Below are my notes on each, with links to the official trail maps. In summer the same mountains turn into hiking, biking, fishing and rafting country.
Aspen Mountain “AJAX”
Located within the downtown business core, unlike the other 3 mountains that are included on the same “Aspen/Snowmass Power of 4” ski pass. The skiing on Ajax ranges from intermediate to expert and the mountain is home to the luxurious Aspen Mountain Club, family-friendly Sundeck, and classic Bonnie Restaurant for any dining needs. ***PLEASE NOTE: there is no BEGINNER skiing on Aspen Mt. Head to any of the other 3 mountains for “never-ever” and beginner ski terrain.
Minutes outside of Aspen is Aspen Highlands. Located up Maroon Creek Road, this mountain is home to Highland Bowl, hike-to expert terrain topping out at 12,392 feet.
Snowmass Mountain
A cozy resort town tucked into the mountainside, Snowmass is an immersive experience with a wide array of terrain and activities for the entire family.
Buttermilk Mountain is the ultimate family mountain. Just off Highway 82, this mountain is home to Powder Panda's Ski School and Bumps Restaurant serving exciting kid's fare.
The New ‘Hero’s Terrain at Aspen Mountain
The new trail map showing the newly-named 'Hero's' lift and terrain. The formerly out-of-bounds area had traditionally been called *PANDORAS for decades. It is still PANDORAS to many locals and visitors alike.
Skiing Aspen Snowmass: Frequently Asked Questions
Updated October 21, 2026
How many ski mountains are in Aspen?
Four: Aspen Mountain (Ajax), Aspen Highlands, Snowmass and Buttermilk. One Aspen Snowmass lift ticket or pass works at all four.
Which Aspen mountain is best for beginners?
Buttermilk, the family mountain, with Snowmass close behind. Aspen Mountain has no beginner terrain, so first-timers should start at one of the other three.
Is there beginner skiing on Aspen Mountain?
No. Aspen Mountain runs from intermediate to expert. It rises straight out of downtown and is home to the Sundeck, Bonnie's and the Aspen Mountain Club.
What is Highland Bowl?
Hike-to expert terrain at Aspen Highlands, topping out at 12,392 feet. Highlands sits a few minutes from town up Maroon Creek Road.
Which Aspen mountain is the biggest?
Snowmass, the largest of the four, with terrain for every level and a slopeside village.
What is Hero's at Aspen Mountain?
The newly named Hero's lift and terrain on Aspen Mountain, in the formerly out-of-bounds area locals have called Pandora's for decades. Many still call it Pandora's.
Where can I get official Aspen Snowmass trail maps?
Aspen Snowmass publishes them at aspensnowmass.com. The links above go straight to the current map for each mountain. For local tips on the Aspen Mountain shrines, see my Aspen shrine guide; for the rest of the year, see things to do in Aspen by season.
