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Review:
Grottos Trail is an excellent trail for the whole family – you can even bring your dog on a leash. There is almost no incline, making the trip very easy, and you can plan a great picnic and explore several exciting features. The trail starts about nine miles from Aspen along Highway 82. Pass Weller Campground until you see the sign for the trailhead on the right. After crossing the bridge, turn right on the Old Stage Road, and after about 30 yards, you will see the picnic site by the river.
If you turn left after the bridge, you will find yourself on the main trail, and you can follow the Roaring Fork River for about 200 yards upstream until you reach the picnic area. Let the kids explore the grottos formed throughout the millennia by the rushing waters of Roaring Fork River. There are also some interesting rock formations, a lovely waterfall, and many shorter trails perfect for exploring. Trail map pdf
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