Basalt’s early roots as a Colorado railroad town have had a lot of impact on the community today. First known as Fryingpan Town and located on the south side of the river, the community moved across to the north side (where the railroad established a new town site in 1887) and became known as Aspen [...]

Basalt, Colorado is an excellent place to call “home” – especially if you’re an avid biker. With miles of superior trails and bike-friendly roads, you’ll never have a dull moment as you pedal through Basalt’s breathtaking terrain. Basalt Bike Routes: Something for Everyone What was once a sleepy railroad town in the Roaring Fork Valley [...]