Title: Things to Do in Basalt in 2026 | Expedia.com [Basalt Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Basalt.dx10748)[Hotels in Basalt](https://expedia.com/Basalt-Hotels.d10748.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Basalt](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Basalt.d10748.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Basalt](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Basalt.d10748.Car-Rental-Guide)[Basalt Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Basalt.d10748.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Basalt ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Basalt Types of activities [Basalt Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Basalt.dx10748) ![Aerial View of the Colorado Town of Basalt in Winter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10748/cc158648-46a1-4bac-b8b2-4915593b2598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Lake Christine fire in Basalt ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10748/6c60a504-4044-4a42-a759-0fd5e77de309.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Frying Pan River - Basalt Co. "Be patient" translates to you're not that good at fly fishing - these are smart fish.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10748/0d3d551b-9fc8-418e-9136-962f492a54fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nice spot to try fly fishing for trout. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10748/7dc562c6-cfcb-4e8b-a76d-db01b7e04daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful ride along the famed river outside of Basalt. If you are in Aspen/Snowmass during the summer take the drive but be sure to have your fly rod.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10748/b75139fc-fddd-4e2d-a611-049b346c4c07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_10748) ## Recommended things to do in Basalt | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Monster Truck Sleigh Ride and Gold Panning](/things-to-do/monster-truck-wagon-ride-and-gold-panning.a50836255.activity-details): $43 | | Top 5 things to do | [Monster Truck Sleigh Ride and Gold Panning](/things-to-do/monster-truck-wagon-ride-and-gold-panning.a50836255.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Monster Truck Sleigh Ride and Gold Panning](/things-to-do/monster-truck-wagon-ride-and-gold-panning.a50836255.activity-details) | ## What to do in Basalt --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Basalt? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Basalt #### Willits Town Center You can search for that perfect souvenir at Willits Town Center during your stay in El Jebel. Discover the mountain views in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Willits-Town-Center-Basalt.d553248621593240895.Vacation-Attraction) #### Willits Care Center Though Willits Care Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of El Jebel while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Willits-Care-Center-Basalt.d624551709431894016.Vacation-Attraction) #### Linear Park Explore the great outdoors at Linear Park, a lovely green space in El Jebel. [](https://expedia.com/Linear-Park-Basalt.d879645841997316096.Vacation-Attraction) #### Midvalley Medical Center Though Midvalley Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of El Jebel while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Midvalley-Medical-Center-Basalt.d624549585320357888.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Basalt ![Panoramic of autumn color with storm coming from McClure Pass south of Carbondale Colorado off Route 133](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6964/3163b242-bbe2-4482-8e74-2eef7052efdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carbondale ![Vintage toned beautiful autumn landscape with Eagle River, Colorado, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7367/d38fe079-d58d-4467-8f23-16c3ac2bb6bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gypsum ![Bald eagle flying and gliding slowly and majestic on the sky over high mountains. Concept of wildlife and pure nature.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/98828/2d1bfd0d-e6a7-478a-b0ec-dbe3272c8222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Eagle ![Snowmass showing a gondola, snow and snow skiing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179934/2bd8a798-9e02-449a-bcf6-ee2450770549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Snowmass ![Redcliff bridge to Leadville, Colorado from the town of Minturn, Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179953/e9b3d62a-e1a7-471c-aee9-ab8dcb6babdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Minturn ![Following the tracks into the autumn distance #Autumn #Trovember #Railroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179954/94e429cf-9d23-4329-bc6f-4fb569b3e863.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Edwards ![#off-roading in our #jeep #hagermanpass #turquoiselake #leadville #colorado #rockymountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183045/b43c0c45-cf7b-464d-ae5b-d9b7e97c1ea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Meredith ![Mountain scene with dramatic cloudy sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000429272/21b2cf95-76ee-4ee9-8585-afcf22e4a0e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### El Jebel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Basalt worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Basalt? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Basalt? ### Is three days enough to stay in Basalt? ### What are some activities to do in Basalt with kids? > - [Monster Truck Sleigh Ride and Gold Panning](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monster-truck-wagon-ride-and-gold-panning.a50836255.activity-details) ### What to do in Basalt for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Basalt?