Pine Creek Cookhouse · Est. 1971
Celebrating 40 Years of Family Ownership
Scratch-made alpine cuisine, served at 9,750 feet above Aspen
1986 – 2026
Four Decades, One Family
In 1986, our family took over Pine Creek from Ted Ryan, the founder of Ashcroft Ski Touring. For 40 years we have worked to carry on his legacy, protect the Ashcroft Valley and share it with guests from around the world.
Owned by John and Juliet Wilcox, and run for the last eight years by Johnny Wilcox, Pine Creek remains a family place. We’re excited to keep bringing memorable experiences to the Ashcroft Valley for years to come.
Thank you for 40 years. Here’s to the next 40. — The Wilcox Family
The Valley
Experience the Ashcroft Valley
Tucked in the Castle Creek Valley beneath the Elk Mountains, Pine Creek Cookhouse has welcomed guests to historic Ashcroft for generations. Come for the food, stay for the views, and get here by horseback, ski, snowshoe, or sleigh.
The Kitchen
Mountain Cuisine, Made From Scratch
Wild game, fresh fish, and organic, locally sourced ingredients, prepared in our kitchen high in the Castle Creek Valley.
Two Seasons
Endless Adventures
Winter
Cross-country ski, snowshoe, or ride a horse-drawn sleigh to lunch or dinner.
Weddings & Private Events
Say “I do” in a mountain meadow and celebrate in our restaurant, with seated receptions for about 140 to 160 guests.
The Cabins
Stay the Night
Extend your visit with an overnight cabin package in the Ashcroft valley.
Visit Us
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Lunch and dinner, Wednesday through Sunday
Reservations
Call 970-925-1044 or book on OpenTable