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With its bright blue skies, crisp mountain air, blooming wildflowers, and splendid scenery, summer in Aspen is truly magical. One of the best ways to experience Aspen’s natural beauty is with an off-road tour through Adventures with The Little Nell. Trips often follow Aspen Mountain Summer Road, which crests Richmond Ridge and Aspen Mountain’s 11,212-foot summit. Here you’ll look down on the glittering city of Aspen, across the Maroon Bells wilderness, and out to the Continental Divide.
Depending on the tour, you may also traverse butterfly-dotted ridge lines, amble along the shores of crystal-clear lakes, or journey through the middle of a forgotten ghost town. And to top it all off, you’ll enjoy culinary offerings from our chefs, paired with curated selections from our award-winning wine list. Browse our assortment of off-road tours or contact our adventure concierge to create a customized experience.
Morning Mountain Outing
Take a ride on the wild side in the comfort of our custom off-road vehicle operated by an experienced adventure guide. Enjoy the rugged beauty of the Elk Mountains as you meander through the mountains and take in the scenery filled with wildflowers and wildlife, then enjoy a picnic packed with pastries, juice, and coffee.
Sunset Off-Road Adventure
Our most popular summer outing in Aspen, this spectacular off-road tour takes you from downtown to the top of Aspen Mountain to soak up stunning 360-degree views of the Elk Mountain range. This is the premier spot for sunsets, complemented by a bottle of Champagne and a charcuterie board. This experience can be customized with additional food and beverage enhancements, such as sashimi, caviar, and elevated wine selections.
Mountaintop Photoshoot
Capture a picture-perfect moment in the mountains with this unique off-road adventure. Our adventure guide will take you to the most picturesque areas of the mountain, where a professional photographer will capture your portraits and provide you with a photo gallery afterward so you can relive the experience. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
Mountain Vista Wine Tasting
The Little Nell has long been recognized for our award-winning wine program, exclusive access, and exhilarating off-road adventures. This experience combines all three, with a sommelier-led wine tasting and an off-road tour to a special Aspen destination. Prior to your outing, a sommelier from our team will consult with you to determine your preferred wine and food selections. Your adventure by off-road vehicle sets off from town, ascending halfway up Aspen Mountain to reach the hideaway of Buckhorn Cabin. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with a glass of Dom Pérignon P2 from the Second Plentitude series. The wine tasting continues with a selection of samplings pulled from our 20,000-bottle wine cellar, accompanied by gourmet bites.
To book an off-road tour, contact [email protected] or call 970.920.6315.