What is there to do when you stay at the Cliffs?
In the summer, you can hike in the woods, bike, fly fish, play in the river, go horseback riding, explore caves, and take jeep tours to the high country. Whether blanketed by wild flowers in the summer or dusted with snow in the winter, Redstone is picture perfect.
In the winter our guests ski, snowboard, snowshoe, take sleigh rides, ice climb, and soak in the hot tub under the evening stars by the river.
Whatever season you decide to visit Redstone Cliffs Lodge,
you’ll find lots of things to do.
Summer Activities:
Hiking:
The Crystal River Valley offers hundreds of miles of wonderful trails for hikers and bikers ranging from short walks to multi-day excursions. The trail head for East Creek Trail starts in Redstone. A climb through Aspen, Spruce and high alpine meadows culminates at a pass with truly spectacular views of the Maroon Bells.
Mountain Biking:
There are many trails for mountain biking on back country mining roads and hiking trails. There are trips lasting from a few hours to an all-day mountain excursion to Crested Butte via Schofield Pass. Other popular mountain bike trails include the Lead King Basin Loop, The Crown Loop, and Pancakes and Syrup. The Crystal River Valley is considered a mountain biker’s paradise.
Horseback Riding:
Redstone Stables provides summertime horseback riding. Activities include one hour, half hour, or all day rides, as well as, dinner and overnight rides. A memorable adventure for the whole family whatever your riding ability.
Jeep Tours:
One activity you should not miss if you are in Redstone in the summer is a tour of the high country with Crystal River Jeep Tours or RPS Rentals. Expert drivers take you on a thrilling ride through challenging terrain to reach breathtaking high alpine meadows ablaze with wildflowers. Bring a picnic lunch to eat beside a beautiful waterfall and then continue on to Crystal City, site of the famous historic Crystal Mill.
River Rafting:
Indulge yourself with a whitewater river rafting experience. There are a variety of trips available from mild sun soaked floats to wild whitewater on the Colorado, Roaring Fork, North Fork of the Gunnison, or the lower Gunnison Rivers. Try Blue Sky Adventures; The Crystal, the Roaring Fork, and the Colorado Rivers are all within a 15-minute drive from their office in Glenwood Springs at the Hotel Colorado.
Fishing:
Fulfill your fishing dreams on the Crystal River just outside your door or in the nearby Roaring Fork or the Gold Medal Frying Pan River. Fly fishing guides and lessons are available at several area outfitters. Get fishing information here: http://wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing
Hunting:
Avalanche Outfitters can give you the hunting adventure of a lifetime! Fully-guided with the Best Guides in the West with 2:1 ratio. They have 10 camps and the most options of anyone around! One-on-one hunts are also available.
You can apply online at the Colorado Division of Wildlife website: www.wildlifelicense.com/co or call the Glenwood Springs Office office at (970)-947-2920 (for Elk & Deer).
Golf:
There are many public golf courses nearby for you to choose including:
River Valley Ranch Golf Course: 303 River Valley Ranch Dr., Carbondale. 18-hole Jay Morrish championship golf course. Driving range, full pro shop, golf bar & grill.
Aspen Golf Course: 18 hole championship public golf course.
Glenwood Springs Golf Club: 0193 Rd. 181, Glenwood Springs.
The Snowmass Lodge & Club: 18-hole championship golf course. Driving range, equipment rentals, full pro shop and snack bar.
Day Trips from Redstone Include:
Black Canyon of the Gunnison – www.nps.gov/blca
Aspen – www.aspenchamber.org
Basalt – www.basalt.net
Glenwood Hot Springs – www.hotspringspool.com
Hanging Lake – www.hikingincolorado.org/hang.html
Crystal City & Lead King Basin
Glenwood Caverns and Fairy Caves – www.glenwoodcaverns.com
Crested Butte via Kebler Pass (Road Conditions)
Winter Activities:
Alpine Skiing & Snowboarding:
The world class ski resorts of Aspen, Snowmass, Buttermilk and Aspen Highlands are less than an hours drive. Redstone Cliffs Lodge can provide a refreshing and affordable lodging alternative for your ski vacations. Check for special ski packages and winter promotions.
Cross Country Skiing:
The wilderness areas that rise from the Crystal River Valley provide spectacular powder terrain for cross-country skiing. Bring your own or rent cross-country equipment in town. McClure Pass, Avalanche Creek and Bogan Flats are local favorites. The Spring Gulch Trail System offers 15 kilometers of groomed trails for beginners to experts all free of charge thanks to the Mount Sopris Nordic Council volunteers. The Ashcroft Ski Touring Center in Aspen, about an hours drive away, offers miles of trails, instructions, and guided tours including an evening tour that ends with a marvelous dinner at the Pine Creek Cookhouse which is only accessible by skis or snow shoes.
Snowshoeing:
Did you know that Snowshoeing is one of the fastest growing winter sports? Probably because it’s a fun way to enjoy the snow and majestic mountain views regardless of age or ability. You can rent snowshoes at the General Store and the possibilities for where to go are endless (Redstone Area & Sopris Ranger District).
Sleigh Rides:
Join in an old-fashioned sleigh ride and experience Redstone’s winter magic. You can reserve rides during the day or after dark. The boulevard ride passes down the colorfully decorated Redstone Boulevard, or enjoy the splendor of the Redstone Castle ride. The meadow ride takes you through open meadows
surrounded by snow covered Spruce and Aspen.
Ice Climbing:
The Redstone area has several popular ice climbing destinations including Hays Creek Falls and The Drool. Bring all your gear or the closest outfitter is Summit Canyon Mountaineering in Glenwood Springs. They also have maps and guides available.