Welcome to Aspen, where the mountains aren’t just big – they’re legendary.

From Airport to Adventure: Fast, Affordable, Unforgettable!

Welcome to Aspen, where the mountains aren’t just big – they’re legendary.

From Airport to Adventure: Fast, Affordable, Unforgettable!

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Transfers to Aspen Highlands Resort

Welcome to Aspen, where the mountains aren’t just big – they’re legendary. Aspen Highlands Resort, located just a few miles from the town of Aspen, Colorado, is the local’s favorite and a paradise for expert skiers and snowboarders. Known for its challenging steeps, breathtaking views, and the iconic, hike-to terrain of Highland Bowl, this mountain offers an authentic, no-frills Colorado ski experience. It’s where serious riders come to test their limits on some of the most thrilling in-bounds terrain in North America.

Planning your trip to this skier’s mountain requires equally serious transportation. Forget the stress of winter driving, rental car lines, or navigating mountain passes. Rocks2Rocks offers reliable and professional transfers to Aspen Highlands directly from Denver, Eagle, and Aspen airports. Our fleet of modern, clean vehicles and experienced local drivers ensures your journey is as smooth and impressive as your first run down the mountain. Start your adventure the right way with a hassle-free, comfortable ride directly to the base of the Highlands.

Transportation Options for Transfers to Aspen Highlands Resort

At Rocks2Rocks, we tailor your transportation to Aspen Highlands to fit your group’s size and style. Our goal is a seamless, hassle-free experience from baggage claim to your hotel lobby.

Private SUVs (1-5 Guests): Perfect for small groups or families, our private SUVs offer a direct, comfortable ride with ample space for luggage and ski gear. Enjoy the privacy and flexibility of leaving on your own schedule.

Private Vans (Up to 14 Guests): Traveling with the whole crew? Our spacious vans ensure everyone and their equipment travels together. This is the most efficient and affordable option for larger groups seeking private transport.

Shared Shuttle (1-10+ Guests): An economical choice for solo travelers or small groups on a budget. Our shared shuttle to Aspen Highlands makes a few scheduled stops to accommodate other passengers heading in the same direction.

All of our services feature professional drivers with extensive mountain driving experience and modern and clean vehicles to guarantee a safe and reliable journey.

Sedan transfer

Sedan

Up to 3 Passengers

SUV transfer

SUV

Up to 7 Passengers (can transport skis)

Van transfer

Van

Up to 8 Passengers (can transport skis)

XL Van transfer

XL Van

Up to 12 Passengers (can transport skis)

Mini-Coach transfer

Mini-Coach

Up to 16 Passengers (can transport skis)

Coach transfer

Coach

Up to 49 Passengers (can transport skis)

Sedan

Up to 3 Passengers

SUV

Up to 7 Passengers (can transport skis)

Van

Up to 8 Passengers (can transport skis)

XL Van

Up to 12 Passengers (can transport skis)

Mini-Coach

Up to 16 Passengers (can transport skis)

Coach

Up to 49 Passengers (can transport skis)

Ski Airport Transfers Redefined

At Rock2Rocks, we redefine your journey with specialized services.
From reliable transfers to luxury experiences, we offer options for private, corporate, and family adventures.

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Budget-friendly

Save up to 50% by traveling midweek or booking a shared transfer. Enjoy affordable slopes access!

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Luxury Transfers

Travel in style from the airport to your resort for a luxurious ski experience.

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Private Transfers

Enjoy privacy and flexibility with transfers tailored to your schedule.

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Corporate Transfers

Reliable ski transfers for businesses to impress clients or reward employees.

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Group Transfers

Affordable transfers for groups of up to 49. Keep the crew together!

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Family-Friendly

Safe drivers, child seats, and extra luggage space make family travel easy!

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History

Opened in 1958 by ski pioneer Whip Jones, Aspen Highlands was conceived as a family-friendly, independent alternative to the glitz of Aspen Mountain. For decades, it remained a beloved local mountain, known for its challenging terrain and counter-culture vibe. It officially joined the Aspen Skiing Company in 1993, but it has fiercely maintained its unique, rugged character. Its most famous development was the opening of the Highland Bowl to guided tours in the late 1990s and later to full public access, cementing its status as a bucket-list destination for expert skiers.

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Overview

Aspen Highlands is a mountain of impressive scale. It boasts a vertical drop of 3,635 feet and 1,040 skiable acres. The summit of the Highland Bowl reaches a lung-busting 12,392 feet. What truly sets it apart is its terrain profile: a staggering 65% is rated for experts, with the remaining terrain split between intermediate (23%) and advanced (12%). There is no beginner-rated terrain on this mountain, making it a pure playground for confident skiers and riders.

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Skiing Activities
The experience here is all about gravity. With 122 trails and five lifts, the infrastructure is designed to get you to the goods. The lower and mid-mountain areas feature long, steep, sustained groomers and gladed runs. But the main event is the Highland Bowl. After a ride up the Loge Peak lift, a 45-to-75-minute hike along a scenic ridge gets you to the summit, where you can drop into pitches as steep as 45 degrees. It’s a rite of passage, offering some of the most exhilarating in-bounds big-mountain skiing in the country.
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Non-Skiing Activities
While skiing is the main draw, the mountain offers unforgettable experiences off the skis. Uphill skiing is a popular morning activity for conditioned athletes. For a more relaxed pace, you can simply ride the Exhibition lift to enjoy the stunning mid-mountain views of the Maroon Bells. The real non-skiing action, however, is found in the vibrant town of Aspen just a few miles away.
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Après-Ski & Restaurants
The après-ski scene at Highlands is legendary. The base area is home to the Highlands Alehouse, a perennial favorite for celebratory beers and food after a day of conquering the Bowl. The on-mountain standout is Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro, a tiny, European-style cabin famous for its gourmet lunches and notoriously wild, champagne-spraying après-ski parties. Reservations are essential and often book out months in advance. For a more casual bite on the mountain, the Merry-Go-Round offers classic ski lodge fare with incredible views.
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Transfer Price Ranges
Exact information is not available – please contact us for a custom quote.

Aspen Highlands Resort Guide & FAQ

The Aspen Highlands ski season generally runs from early December through mid-to-late April. For exact opening and closing dates for the current season, it’s best to check the official Aspen Snowmass website.

No. Access to the Highland Bowl is included with a valid Aspen Snowmass lift ticket. The only requirement is your own two feet for the hike up! Note that the Bowl has its own opening and closing times managed by ski patrol based on conditions.

Aspen Highlands has no green-rated (beginner) terrain. It is best suited for strong intermediate and advanced/expert skiers. If you are a beginner, the nearby Buttermilk mountain is an excellent, world-class learning area. Your Aspen Snowmass lift ticket is valid there, too.

Four Mountain Sports is the official rental operator for Aspen Snowmass, with locations at the base of Aspen Highlands and throughout the valley. Renting through them offers perks like free overnight storage and equipment transfers between the four mountains.

We recommend booking your transportation to Aspen Highlands as soon as you confirm your flights and accommodation, especially if traveling during peak periods like Christmas, New Year’s, Presidents’ Day weekend, or spring break. This ensures vehicle availability and the best possible rate.

Once you arrive via your Rocks2Rocks transfer, Aspen is incredibly easy to navigate without a car. The Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) runs a free and efficient bus to Aspen Highlands and between all four Aspen Snowmass mountains and the town of Aspen, so you can easily ski a different mountain each day.

We often have special pricing available for larger groups or for travel during off-peak, midweek days. Please contact us directly with your travel details, and our booking team will be happy to create a custom, affordable quote for your group.