Activities in Basalt, Colorado

Midland Ave in downtown Basalt, CO

Basalt, Colorado is located half way between Aspen and Glenwood Springs in the Roaring Fork Valley. Located at the confluence of the Frying Pan and Roaring Fork Rivers, Basalt is well known for its outstanding fly fishing opportunities.

Surrounded by snow capped mountains, with world class skiing, hiking, biking, and some of the best fly fishing in the country, Basalt is a great central location to explore the Roaring Fork River Valley.

Premiere Fly Fishing

Basalt Colorado is well know as a premiere Colorado fly fishing destination.

Centrally located, Basalt offers access to the Frying Pan, Roaring Fork, Crystal, and Colorado Rivers all within a short drive.

Book a full day guide trip with Frying Pan Anglers and receive a discount at any of our lodging locations.

Area Information

Basalt Chamber of Commerce
Basalt Annual Events
Colorado.com - About Basalt
Trip Advisor - Things to do in Basalt

Outdoor Recreation

Ruedi Reservoir near Basalt, CO
Basalt and the surrounding Roaring Fork Valley are ground zero for outdoor recreation. Basalt has something for every adventure including hiking, biking, boating, skiing, and premiere fly fishing.
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Dining

Midland Ave in downtown Basalt, CO
Basalt and the surrounding Roaring Fork Valley are ground zero for outdoor recreation. Basalt has something for every adventure including hiking, biking, boating, skiing, and premiere fly fishing.
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Shopping

Buildings in downtown Basalt, CO
Basalt and the surrounding Roaring Fork Valley are ground zero for outdoor recreation. Basalt has something for every adventure including hiking, biking, boating, skiing, and premiere fly fishing.
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