Backcountry Retreats

Hiking from Aspen to Crested Butte is a bucket list item for people across the world. The iconic West Maroon Trail is an 11 mile hike and takes about 6 hours. The trail has extensive views of wildflowers and 14er peaks including, Maroon Peak (14,163’), North Maroon Peak (14,019’), Pyramid Peak (14,025’), Snowmass Mountain (14,105’), Castle Peak (14,247’), and Conundrum Peak (14,037’). The best time to hike is between late June and mid August.

We will pick you up at the trailhead free of charge! The cabin is about ½ a mile from the West Maroon trailhead.

Guided Hike:

Our professional guide team will hike to or from Aspen with your group to share unmatched insight on local flora and fauna, peak identification, and more!

• $1,000 for one guide (Maximum of 5 guests)

• $1,800 for two guides (Maximum of 10 guests)

Shuttle Service:

We offer a shuttle service to transport your personal vehicle and gear to and from the cabin depending on the direction you hike. This service is an additional charge.

• $700 per vehicle

Parking:

• Aspen:

  • The Maroon Bells Shuttle is a bus service from the Maroon Bells Welcome Center to the West Maroon Trailhead. No reservation is needed for the parking garage.

  • Book shuttle reservations HERE

  • One way shuttle tickets are available for those hiking to or from Aspen

Bedrooms and Beds:

The cabin comfortably sleeps 9 people in beds.

• Bed 1: Private room with a King bed 

• Bed 2 & 3: Shared room with 2 Queen beds

• Bed 4: Semi Private loft with a curtain California King bed

• Bed 5: Semi Private loft with a curtain Twin Bed

Indoor Spaces:

The open floor plan allows everyone to spread out while still enjoying eachothers company. Our space is designed to reconnect to what matters; the people you’re with and the natural world you experience together.

We have a comfortable seating area centered around a wood burning stove. The living room area is surrounded by large windows, so you can experience the mountain views and forest feel from inside the cozy cabin.

The dining room table is a place of connection; enjoying meals, creating art, and pouring over maps. The dining room table is the heart of our cabin.

The kitchen is open and welcoming. Although we will have a private chef, this space is yours too.

Outdoor spaces:

We have two picnic tables perfectly situated to catch both the morning light and the sunsets. We have one screened in sitting porch with a bench seat and a love seat. There is a fire pit with circular seating, perfect for sharing stories and s’mores around the cracking fire.

Power:

The private cabin is solar powered, we request to charge phones and other devices while the sun is up!

Wifi:

We have Starlink for wifi access during your stay. But, remember this is a place to disconnect! There is no cell service at the cabin.

ADA Accessability:

The cabin has gravel pathways and some stairs to maneuver. If you have concerns about visiting please reach out and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Seasonality:

The cabin is only accessable in the summer months between June and October. Schofield Pass is not plowed in the winter, therefore we only operate in the summer.

Inclusions:

• All meals: Breakfast, lunch, aprés, and dinner

• daily guided hikes with our professional guide team

• Pick up at the West Maroon Trailhead on the Crested Butte side

• Custom pre-arrival planning

Add on Options

These activities and wellness offerings must be planned at least 48 hours in advance of your arrival.

• Gunnison Regional Airport transfer

  • $450 for a group of 6

• Vehicle shuttle to and from Aspen

  • We offer a shuttle service to transport your personal vehicle and gear to and from the cabin depending on the direction you hike on the West Maroon Trail.

    • $700 per vehicle

• Guide for the full West Maroon hike to or from Aspen

  • Our professional guide team will hike to or from Aspen with your group to share unmatched insight on local flora and fauna, peak identification, and more!

    • $1,000 for one guide (Maximum of 5 guests)

    • $1,800 for two guides (Maximum of 10 guests)

• Wellness offerings

  • Massage

  • Yoga class

• Art classes

  • Plein Air (hike and draw!)

  • Block Print class

• Gratuity

Check in and Check Out times will be tailored to your groups needs. We will create a custom itinerary during the pre-trip arrival planning call.

To confirm your reservation, a deposit is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due 30 days prior to arrival.

• A 50% non-refundable deposit of the total booking is required at the time of booking and the balance is due 30 days prior to arrival date, including taxes.

• Cancellations made outside of 30 days of arrival date: 100% of amounts paid are non-refundable but the amount paid may be applied towards a new booking for a stay with an arrival date within 12 months of the arrival date stated in the cancelled booking.

• Cancellations made within 30 days of arrival date: 100% of amounts paid are non-refundable and cannot be applied  towards new bookings.

• All re-bookings are subject to availability and potential rate increases. The time periods set forth above for applying previously paid amounts and re-booking will not be extended and any unused amounts are non-refundable. If more than one cancellation option applies, the guest may choose one of the available options. All re-bookings are final.

All meals are prepared by a private chef. If you have allergies or food preference please fill out the guest forms included in the welcome email.

Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided

Mentality to Reality operates under a variety of permits and authorizations to provide guided outdoor experiences on both public and private lands. Our operations are conducted in compliance with all applicable regulations to ensure responsible and sustainable use of these lands.

We acknowledge the traditional stewards of the land, the Ute Tribes.