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The Lost Forest

The Lost Forest isn’t hard to find — it’s just hard to see

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Snowmass Lost Forest Ropes Course tucked into the forest

Coaster, Ropes Course, & So Much More

Tucked in among the trees and rocks at the top of the Elk Camp Gondola are the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster, Treeline Trial Challenge Course, and Rugged Ascent Climbing Wall. In addition, the Lost Forest operates as a home base for fishing, hiking, and disc golf.

Breathtaker Coaster - Wind down the track in a coaster car, going as fast as you like, dropping 400 vertical feet. Rdes last between 7 and 9 minutes

Treeline Trial Challenge Course - This high ropes course offers five different paths at five different difficulty levels, taking you 40 feet into the air

Rugged Ascent Climbing Wall - This climbing wall comes equipped with auto-belay as you challenge yourself safely on dozens routes of varying difficulty

Trout Hook Fishing - Kids can try their hand at casting a fly rod, and parents can even join for half-day private trips

Aerial Approach Disc Golf - The 18-hole course winds its way down the mountain, taking golfers from Elk Camp down to Base Village

Free Spirit Private Adventures - Get a personal guide to show you around the trails and views of Snowmass

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Lost Forest FAQs

Do I need tickets for The Lost Forest?

Yes, tickets are required for attractions including the alpine coaster, climbing wall, ropes course, and zipline (when open). Ticket types can differ according to which activities you want to do. Check operating schedules and pricing on Aspen Snowmass website.

When is the Lost Forest open?

The Breathtaker Alpine Coaster is open seasonally in the winter. The entire Lost Forest, including the Breathtaker Alpine Coaster, climbing wall, and ropes course, are all open in the summer. The zipline is open seasonally, summer only.

Can I drive to The Lost Forest?

No, you can’t drive directly to The Lost Forest. It’s a mountaintop adventure area tucked into the woods above Snowmass Village. Guests access The Lost Forest via the Elk Camp Gondola, rather than by driving to the adventure area.

Is there anything at the Lost Forest besides ropes courses, climbing wall, and coaster?

The area also serves as a jumping-off point for hiking, fishing, and disc golf. The 18-hole Aerial Approach Disc Golf course descends from the high mountain toward Base Village, while the hiking trails ascend into the high alpine. A fishing license is required to fish at the stocked pond.

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