Carbondale

Anchored by the awe-inspiring Mount Sopris (12,966'), Carbondale is a charming, artistic community with a rich western heritage, located 30 miles down the valley from Aspen and 13 miles from Glenwood Springs at the confluence of the Roaring Fork and Crystal Rivers. Main Street is lined with vibrant restaurants and locally-owned boutiques and serves as the venue for a weekly farmer’s market and annual festivals, including Dandelion Day and Mountain Fair. The surrounding area offers ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, with activities like fly fishing, rafting, hiking, and biking.

The Aspen Glen Club, a private country club and residential community, boasts an 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, a family-friendly clubhouse with restaurants, tennis courts, a fitness center, and a swimming pool, along with various perks as part of the ClubCorp family. River Valley Ranch, another golf and tennis community in Garfield County, is situated on the Crystal River and features a Jay Morrish-designed golf course at the base of Mount Sopris, with easy access to downtown Carbondale. As a more traditional, full-time community than its ski resort neighbors up the valley, Carbondale offers a diverse range of real estate options.