Yet, there is so much more to explore in Colorado, than the glitz and glamour of Aspen and the history of the nearby ghost towns is one of the most interesting experiences you can have.

(Courtesy of Scott Peterson)| St. Elmo, located less than 83 miles southeast of Aspen, Colorado, is one of the state's best-preserved ghost towns. Formed in 1880 for miners in search of gold and ...

A version of this story appears in this year’s edition of the Winter in Aspen/Snowmass magazine. Imagine standing in a ...

Ashcroft Ghost Town is located about 11 miles from the southern edge of Aspen. It is most easily accessed ... It's also a popular spot on some of the best Colorado snowmobile tours.