Experience the Castle Creek Valley on horseback. A genuine Colorado cowboy leads your group through the vast aspen meadows as you wind your way to the restaurant for lunch. A truly beautiful way to see the history of the valley, and turn your lunch into an unforgettable experience. Tours leave from the King Cabin at the Ashcroft Ghost town and last approximately 1 hour to the restaurant and 1 hour back to your starting point.
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River Run
Hike to Lunch
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River Run is one of Aspen’s most stunning hikes, with a 5 star lunch awaiting you at the end. River Run starts at the Ashcroft Ghost Town where you can explore Aspen’s early history ($5 entrance fee) or start across from our King Cabin welcome center for free access. Approximately 1.5 miles and a 40 minute hike to the restaurant. The hike offers beautiful fly fishing opportunities, wildflowers, and stunning views.
Curious about the local Flora and Fauna of the upper Castle Creek Valley? Book a guided tour with one of Aspen Center for Environmental Studies experienced naturalists. The hikes depart from the Catto Center at Toklat, and take visitors through the historic Ashcroft Ghost town, before following the stunning Castle Creek river through Aspen Groves, coniferous forests, and wild flower meadows, taking in the wildlife, the history, and the flora. Tours end with either an A La Carte Lunch at the Pine Creek Cookhouse, or choose to order a Picnic to bring and picnic in one of the stunning meadows at the base of the Elk Mountains. Reservations can be made by called A.C.E.S. at 970-925-5756.
2 Hour Horse Back ride, includes guide and equipment, 2 course lunch is additional, does not include beverages or 20% service charge. Minimum age is 8 years old.
Lunch Tour
Meet at 10:30 a.m. or 12:30pm at the King Cabin Adventure Lodge
One Hour to restaurant one hour back, or two hour tour without lunch.
Optional $45/person two course lunch at PCCH, not included in price.
$305 per person, + 20% gratuity
Dinner Tour
Meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Pine Creek Cookhouse, 1.5 hour sunset ride returns to restaurant for dinner.
Optional a la carte dinner at PCCH, not included in price.
$305 per person, + 20% gratuity
Full-Day Horseback Tour
Full day times are flexible based on 8 hours
Optional meal at the Pine Creek Cookhouse
Call for pricing and information and availability
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Pricing
Pricing includes guide and equipment, doesn’t include tax, 20% gratuity or lunch, beverages or up-charge items.
Reservations
Call Pine Creek Cookhouse (970) 925-1044
Guided Hike to Lunch
Guided Hike to the Pine Creek Cookhouse
Hike along the River Run Trail – a stunning hike through the Ashcroft Valley
Suitable for all ages
Al-la-carte dining at the Pine Creek Cookhouse
Call ACES (www.AspenNature.org) for reservations and rates at (970) 925-5756
All tours meet at Ashcroft Adventure Center: 11399 Castle Creek Road (Across from the Ashcroft Ghost Town)
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Ashcroft Adventures
Guided Hike to Lunch or Dinner
Experience Aspen : Ashcroft Ghost Town to the Pine Creek Cookhouse
