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Helicopter operations to close Aspen’s Silver Queen Gondola Thursday
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· July 8, 2026
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Key points The Silver Queen Gondola and most hiking trails will be inaccessible due to construction work. Aspen Mountain will experience disruptions on Thursday.
Aspen Mountain will experience disruptions on Thursday. The Silver Queen Gondola and most hiking trails will be inaccessible due to construction work. A new chairlift is being built, and this project requires helicopter flights to operate from early morning to late evening.
The road to the top of Bell Mountain is currently closed, affecting access to certain areas. Hikers should note that only one trail will remain open. Further information about the construction and resulting closures can be found through official channels.
Details about the project's timeline and potential additional disruptions are available from the relevant sources.
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Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: Aspen Times ·
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