West Aspen is home to the municipal Aspen golf course as well as the private Maroon Creek Club. It is also the location of the Aspen public school campuses. The Aspen Recreation Center is a fantastic area amenity with indoor pools, a skating rink, fitness offerings and even an indoor climbing wall.

Ski-in/ski-out properties can be found at Aspen Highlands, on the Tiehack side of Buttermilk and at West Buttermilk. Residents of Aspen Highlands Village and Five Trees enjoy on call taxi service to and from downtown Aspen.