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Aspen Sotheby's International Realty
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Basalt Real Estate |
| BASALT AT A GLANCE: |
| POPULATION: 3,000 year-round residents |
| ELEVATION: 6,610 feet |
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| A BIT ABOUT BASALT: |
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Located about 20 miles downvalley from Aspen, Basalt sits at the confluence of the Fryingpan and Roaring Fork rivers. With beautiful 100-year-old buildings, and new ones developing at a rapid pace, it's amazing that Basalt still hints of its old railroad town roots.
From 1883 to 1918, the Midland Railroad brought passengers and freight to the Roaring Fork Valley through Basalt via Hagerman Pass. It's a rocky and rugged pass, and the train ride was filled with rockslides, snowdrifts, derailments and coal shortages.
Today the dangers of yesteryear have been put to rest, replaced by a modern-day town filled with fine amenities and plenty of locals who call Basalt home. But this former mining town is far more than a bedroom community for Aspen.
In the historic downtown district, fine restaurants and locally owned shops await - perfect for a day trip from Aspen or evening outing. In the growing El Jebel area, Willits Town Center is bringing an urban feel to the midvalley, with upscale shops, excellent restaurants and more. (Don't worry, though, mainstays like El Jebowl, Stubbie's and City Market are still around!) Basalt also serves as a gateway to some of the most spectacular outdoor pursuits in the valley: gold medal trout fishing along the world-renowned Fryingpan River; hiking and cross-country skiing in the serene Fryingpan Valley. Plus, Basalt is a perfect midpoint for accessing the unparalleled recreational opportunities in both Aspen and Glenwood Springs.
LEARN MORE ABOUT BASALT COLORADO ONLINE AT THE ASPEN TIMES |
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| ADDITIONAL BASALT TID-BITS: |
| PHONE NUMBERS: |
Aspen Sotheby’s International Realty: 970.925.1730
Town of Basalt: 970.927.4701
Basalt Chamber of Commerce: 970.927.4031
Basalt Police Department: 911 for emergencies; or 970.927.4316 for non-emergencies.
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| Local Television Stations: |
Plum TV - Channel 16,
Grassroots Community Television - Channel 12
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| RAFTA: |
Bus service is available to Aspen from outlying communities such as Glenwood Springs, Carbondale and Basalt for a low fare. Several Park & Ride locations offer FREE parking and convenient locations from which to catch your bus. Please note that you must have correct change for fare buses. Pick up a winter RFTA schedule or call 970.925.8484 for route/schedule information.
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DOWNTOWN BASALT |
Nestled between the majestic Sopris and Basalt mountains, cross-country skiing,
hiking and mountain biking trails abound through thousands of acres of pristine mountain
wilderness. Anglers will dance with the trout along the banks of two gold medal trout streams,
the Roaring Fork and Frying Pan Rivers. And Ruedi Reservoir offers the most beautiful setting for
windsurfing, sailing and skiing.
The Colorado Midland Railroad, built to carry coal and silver ore between Leadville and Aspen,
established the town of Frying Pan Junction in 1887. Incorporated as Basalt in 1901, the
mountain town filled with immigrants from Switzerland and Northern Italy to work for the
railroad mines and coal smelters. With the closing of the mines the railroad rolled up its tracks
and the few remaining folks began ranching.
Signs of the great railroad era still remain today in a town now reborn as a vibrant
community catering to both tourists and residents in what is fast becoming the heart of the
Roaring Fork Valley.
Basalt of today is known as a vacation mecca for families and sports enthusiasts. Located between
Glenwood Springs and Aspen, world class skiing and cultural opportunities are only minutes away.
Amidst the myriad of activities, Basalt still preserves it original, quaint charm. Whether strolling
through its historic downtown or exploring the newly built centers, you'll find small fashion boutiques,
galleries and some of the best restaurants in the Roaring Fork Valley. |
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THINGS TO DO IN BASALT: |
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| FISHING |
| Basalt is located at the junction of the Frying Pan and Roaring Fork Rivers. Both have world famous fishing. Local guides are available for fly fishing and float trip experiences. |
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| GOLF |
| River Valley Ranch Golf Club, Aspen Golf Course, and the Snowmass Golf Course are all within
easy driving distance. |
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| Hiking/Biking |
| Hiking, biking, riding and camping are available in the White River National Forest, the Snowmass
Wilderness Area, the Frying Pan Wilderness Area and in the Elk Mountain range.
Aspen and Glenwood Springs are only 20-30 minutes away and public
transportation is available. |
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