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Deane Family Praised for Maintaining Maroon Creek Valley Trails
Residents thank the Deane family for voluntarily grooming cross-country ski trails after road closures
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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Ann Stephenson and Tricia Louthis have expressed their sincere gratitude to the Deane Family for their historic preservation of their ranch in the Maroon Creek Valley and their continued maintenance of the cross-country ski trails in the area, even after the U.S. Forest Service and Pitkin County have closed the road above their ranch for the winter. The Deane family's staff run a safe snowmobile operation, and their efforts keep the trails accessible and safe for walkers, skaters, and skiers, including those with dogs.
Why it matters
The Deane family's voluntary trail maintenance efforts provide an important community amenity in the Maroon Creek Valley, allowing residents to continue enjoying outdoor recreation activities even after the road has been closed for the winter. Their commitment to historic preservation and supporting local recreation is seen as a valuable contribution to the Aspen-area community.
The details
The Deane family has maintained their ranch in the Maroon Creek Valley for 86 years. After the U.S. Forest Service and Pitkin County close the road above the ranch for the winter, the Deane family's staff continue to groom the cross-country ski trails, ensuring they remain accessible and safe for walkers, skaters, skiers, and dog owners. The Deane family also operates a snowmobile service that helps guide riders through the area.
- The Deane family has maintained their ranch in the Maroon Creek Valley for 86 years.
- The U.S. Forest Service and Pitkin County close the road above the Deane family's ranch for the winter.
The players
Deane Family
The owners of a historic ranch in the Maroon Creek Valley that has been in their family for 86 years.
Ann Stephenson
A resident of Basalt and Aspen who expressed gratitude for the Deane family's trail maintenance efforts.
Tricia Louthis
A resident of Basalt and Aspen who expressed gratitude for the Deane family's trail maintenance efforts.
What they’re saying
“We wish to sincerely thank the Deane Family for their historic preservation of their ranch in the Maroon Creek Valley. Eighty-six years and counting!”
— Ann Stephenson and Tricia Louthis (aspentimes.com)
“Their staff run a superb and safe snowmobile operation, and for those of us who walk, skate, or ski that valley, they keep it safe and accessible.”
— Ann Stephenson and Tricia Louthis (aspentimes.com)
The takeaway
The Deane family's commitment to maintaining the cross-country ski trails in the Maroon Creek Valley, even after the road has been closed for the winter, is a valuable contribution to the local community, allowing residents to continue enjoying outdoor recreation activities throughout the season.
