This was one of two planned side trips from Granby, CO, where we were staying for a week. The trip to Maroon Bells, which is just outside of Aspen, CO, was scenic as well. We traveled down to Leadville, CO, and then over Independence Pass on our way to Aspen. Then, since our friends mother is 93 and has a handicapped placard, we were able to drive into Maroon Bells. Otherwise you have to take a shuttle bus from Aspen Highlands (ski area). Unfortunately, it was an overcast day, but it was still very pretty there.