Snowmass Village Forum: drive from Denver to Snowmass Village

I would agree that the drive from Denver to Snowmass/Aspen can be a challenge. In my opinion, I would only do the drive with a 4WD vehicle and only during the day. If there has been snow, can be tricky. There are a number of steep inclines/declines. The positives are that it is a very scenic trip and you drive past a number of other ski resorts like Vail so interesting to see. Also, the last part of the trip up Glenwood Canyon and then up the Roaring Fork Valley to Aspen area is really pretty. You get a much better sense of the area. Reliable flights in/out of Aspen can be a challenge. There are often snow and weather delays so the drive from/to can often be the same amount of travel time as flying if not quicker. If flying, I would pick US Air as they have the largest number of flights and fleet so can can manage delays much better. For example, Delta often only has one flight, so if you miss it you are delayed a whole day (if not more if they can't get you seats). There are also a number of ground shuttle services from Denver and these are very good and then you don't have to drive.

When are you planning to come?

If you are coming to ski, have you looked into flying to Grand Junction? Or possibly Montrose? Weather delays are rare at those two airports and the drive from there is usually much easier due to lower elevations.