Snowmass Village announces seasonal trail closures
Kaya Williams/The Snowmass Sun
Snowmass Village will be temporarily closing Anaerobic Nightmare, Sequel and Tom Blake trails during the last week of April as part of the town’s annual seasonal wildlife protection program.
Additional trails will close and reopen throughout May, according to a press release. These closures happen each year and are what the release calls “strictly enforced” in order to safeguard sensitive habitats and local wildlife populations.
“Snowmass Village is recognized for its strong connection to the natural environment, offering abundant opportunities for recreation and wildlife viewing,” the release reads. “To preserve this balance, the Town’s Animal Services Division implements seasonal trail closures designed to minimize human impact during critical wildlife periods.”
In accordance with Section 10-29 of the Snowmass Village Municipal Code, it is unlawful for anyone to access designated trails during those wildlife-sensitive periods. The closures are enforced in partnership with Colorado Parks & Wildlife, with monitoring cameras actively deployed in restricted areas and “a zero-tolerance policy” for violations, according to the release. Fines for noncompliance can reach up to $5,000.
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“The Town urges all trail users to respect posted closures and help protect Snowmass Village’s natural resources,” the release states.
The 2025–2026 seasonal wildlife area closures are as follows:
- Anaerobic Nightmare Trail: April 25 – June 27 (reopens June 28)
- Sequel Trail: April 25 – June 20 (reopens June 21)
- Tom Blake Trail: April 25 – June 20 (reopens June 21)
- Government Trail (east of Elk Camp Work Road): May 15 – June 27 (reopens June 28)
- Rim Trail North: Dec. 1 – May 15 (reopens May 16)
- Seven Star Trail: Dec. 1 – May 15 (reopens May 16)
- Upper North Mesa Equestrian Trail: Dec. 1 – May 15 (reopens May 16)
- Viewline/Deadline Trail: Dec. 1 – May 15 (reopens May 16)
- Vista Trail from Powerline Trail to Government Trail: April 25 – June 20 (opens June 21)
- Vista Trail from Government Trail to Elk Camp Restaurant: May 15 – June 27 (opens June 28)
For more information, contact Snowmass Village Animal Services at animal@tosv.com or 970-923-5330, or visit tosv.com/115/Animal-Services.
