Explore the Gardens at The Little Nell

The gardens at The Little Nell are spectacular every summer with more color and flowers each year. The Nell’s head gardener, Arabella of Busy Beavers Gardening, shares details on this year’s gardens, and what to expect during our weekly garden tours Fridays at 4 pm. Photos by Jamie Jaye Fletcher. The Front Garden The first… Read more

6 Summer Aspen Activities for Multi-Generational Families

Summer arrives with a sweet equilibrium here in the Roaring Fork Valley. Warm days on the trail are followed by cool evening strolls. Extended hours of sunshine are complimented with refreshing evening glows over the silhouettes of the peaks. The season’s energy is enriched by the people with which your experiences are shared. Students are… Read more

Colorado’s Top Cycling Events of 2018

Colorado maintains a long-established reputation for welcoming those who recreate or race on two wheels. Between the proud history of fabled Colorado-based bike races such as the Red Zinger Classic, the Coors Classic or the Pro Challenge, our state is proud of its cycling history. The Little Nell embraces Colorado’s cycling heritage, while also welcoming… Read more

Sip in the Sun: Incredible Patios in Aspen

The best patios in Aspen all share something in common: They perfectly blend food, drink, and atmosphere to create a memorable, panoramic experience. Whether your ideal patio setting is an intimate, low-lit affair or a rowdy afternoon in the sun, Aspen has a unique mix of restaurants with patios. Our favorites are outlined below. Ajax… Read more

Top Summer Activities in Aspen

A brightly speckled night sky. Crystalline rivers full of rainbow trout. The songs of the shimmering, lime-toned Aspen leaves. The variety of things to do this summer in Aspen create a storybook that is full of splendor, stoke, and endless adventure. Classic Summer Adventures Classic summer activities in Aspen include: Fly fishing Off-road tours Stargazing… Read more

A Downtown Aspen Walking Tour

Colorado’s mountain towns are celebrated for their panoramic snow-capped peaks, mixed evergreens and quaking Aspens, and clear Rocky Mountain streams. Far less storied is the healthy fact and impact of our walkability, including that reality here in Aspen, especially in summer. Leave Your Vehicle Behind As soon as you touch down in the Valley, you… Read more

Where to Celebrate Your Anniversary in Aspen

If you’ve escaped to the Roaring Fork Valley to reflect on the chapter of a lifetime, then you’ve come to the right place. Here are a handful of ways you and your love can celebrate your anniversary in Aspen. Stargazing There’s nothing like a blanket of mystery to make us feel humbled and amazed: stargazing… Read more

Your Guide to Cycling Independence Pass

Cycling in Aspen, Colorado Cycling Independence Pass is an iconic Colorado road ride in Aspen and not for the faint of heart. The steep grade, beginning at 8,000 feet, burns both your legs and lungs. The road is narrow, the elements potentially unforgiving. But the adventure-minded cyclist who conquers this pass will be rewarded with… Read more

5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do in Aspen

There’s the Aspen that people read about, and then there’s the Aspen that visitors actually experience. Between the star-studded slopes and exhilarating sports exist the cultural gems that elevate a visit to Aspen from super to superb. These unique things to do in Aspen often get overlooked so we’re bringing them to the forefront. When… Read more

Clip-In is Rolling Through Aspen {Meet the Pros}

The Little Nell’s third annual Clip-In With Christian cycling camp sets off this Sunday, Sept. 25. Designed for athletes with an appetite for the finer things in lift, this isn’t your average adventure, but a camp done Little Nell-style with all the Five-Star services and amenities of Aspen’s premier luxury hotel. The ensemble cast of… Read more