Wildlife

In Snowmass Village, you're likely to experience wildlife that rivals national parks. Snowmass VIllage and the surrounding wilderness areas are home to abundant populations of elk, black bear, mule deer, red fox, porcupine, raccoon, coyote, beaver, skunk, badger, bobcat, mountain lion, and most recently moose. Wildlife encounters on area trails are common.

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Respect Wildlife

The Town of Snowmass Villages Animal Services Division is responsible for encouraging the peaceful co-existence of people and wildlife. They enforce the Town's domestic animal and wildlife ordinances, and enforce seasonal trail closures and leash laws.