Small Fire Closes Aspen Mountain Thursday Morning

The lifts and operations at Aspen Mountain, one of four Aspen Snowmass ski areas, were temporarily put on hold Thursday morning after a small fire at the Sundeck Restaurant. According to posts on the Aspen Snowmass Instagram story, the small fire was quickly contained and there were no injuries to employees, guests, or first responders.

Out of an abundance of caution, the area was temporarily evacuated and the Sundeck and Aspen Mountain Club were closed until further notice. Lifts and operations were suspended until safety sweeps had been completed, with plans to reopen lifts as possible.

Bonnie’s Restaurant remained open for food service and the Gondola Plaza Base Area for facilities while the Sundeck was closed. Ajax Tavern was also open on Thursday at the base of Aspen Mountain. Operations at Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk were unaffected by the fire.

“We would like to express our gratitude for the swift and professional response of Aspen Mountain Ski Patrol and the Aspen Fire Department. The safety of our employees and guests is our highest priority.” – Aspen Snowmass

All Aspen Mountain lifts were open by the end of Thursday’s ski day, though the Sundeck remained closed.

The week hasn’t been all bad for Aspen Snowmass. 36 inches of snow has fallen in the last 7 days, the highest 7-day total of the season. Both Snowmass and Aspen Highlands recorded 18 inches in the last 48 hours, and there’s more snow possible over the next few days.

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