Welcome to the Roaring Fork Valley

The Roaring Fork Valley has become one of the premier destination areas in the United States. With world class amenities in the towns of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, Basalt, Snowmass and Aspen, people from all over the world are making this Valley a regular part of their vacation plans.

The Roaring Fork Valley is also becoming a popular place to set down roots and raise a family, retire or build that second home. With excellent schools, a college and ongoing events for kids and adults of all ages, the Valley offers that rare combination of a small town with access to big city amenities.

If you are only here for a visit, you will find no shortage of superb shopping, lodging, dining, activities and various services. If you are here to stay, then you will want to learn about some of the excellent neighborhoods, developments, resources and agents who can help you find the perfect place.

Whether you are vacationing or relocating, we are confident that the Family Playground website and magazine will answer most questions you have on visiting and living in Roaring Fork Valley. Enjoy!

Aspen: Long a world-class destination packed with great restaurants, shops and lodging, Aspen is a cultural and recreational mecca unlike any other.

Snowmass: With the expanding base village, Snowmass is set to become a resort that rivals the biggest in the country.  Mostly known for its skiing, Snowmass has become one of the best festival spots in the country.

Basalt: Basalt may be the best kept secret in the state. The gold medal fishing waters that run through town are just the beginning. The activities and events are equaled by the great shopping and dining.

Carbondale: Carbondale may be the most visually stunning spot in the Valley, with the pastoral lands sitting in the shadow of Mt. Sopris and two beautiful rivers running through town. An emerging cultural and recreational hot spot.

Glenwood Springs: Located at the north end of the Valley at the confluence of the Roaring Fork and Colorado Rivers. This quaint community has packed with great restaurants, activities and places to stay.

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Where to stay

St. Regis Resort
Located in the majestic and historic town of Aspen, the St. Regis Hotel is a perfect environment for superb winter skiing, summer sports and the arts.

Where to eat

Glenwood Brewing Company
Homemade “rootbeer”, meals on take-home frisbees and happy face french fries makes this popular Glenwood restaurant work.

What to do

Rock Gardens Rafting
Join us on the Colorado River for an exciting whitewater rafting adventure. We offer whitewater raft trips in Glenwood Springs for all ages and experience levels.

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Towncenter Booksellers
Town Center Booksellers is an independent bookstore located under the clock tower in Old Town Basalt, Colorado.

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