The all inclusive custom retreats are designed for private groups up to 9 people. The cabin is only available as a full buyout for custom retreats. A private hiking guide will lead adventures tailored to the group. A private chef will provide all meals and can accomodate any dietary restrictions.

Art at Altitude is a mix group retreat for artists looking to explore the joy of creating outside! This all inclusive retreat is August 6-9th, 2026 with guided hiking, art supplies, workshops, and a private chef for all meals.

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

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.

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:

• Airport transfers

• Vehicle shuttle to and from Aspen

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

• Wellness offerings

  • Massage

  • Yoga class

• Art classes

  • Plein Air (hike and draw!)

  • Block Print class

• Gratuity

Custom Retreat:

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.

Art at Altitude:

Check in for artists begins at 3pm at the cabin. A shuttle will be provided from the Gunnison airport at 1:40pm and picking up in Crested Butte at 2:30pm. A shuttle will pick artists up hiking from Aspen at 2:30pm. More details to come in the confirmation email! Check out will depend on your departure day travel needs.

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.

Alcohol Policy

Mentality to Reality does not have a liquor license to provide or serve alcohol. We encourage you to bring your favorite beverages with you. If you’d like the convenience of having the cabin stocked with your preferred liquor, wine, and beer, we’re here to assist. During the pre-arrival planning share your beverage preferences, and provide your credit card details. We’ll take care of the rest, ensuring your choices are waiting for you upon your arrival.

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.