(970-963-3625; http://www.rvrgolf.com) 303 River Valley Ranch Drive, Carbondale, CO. This 18-hole championship course is designed by Jay Morrish and it features a variety of holes that play over and around the Crystal River and through sagebrush and pinion pines. It has breathtaking views of Mt. Sopris and the Crystal River Valley. This down valley course, which is 30 miles from Aspen, is public with a private club atmosphere. It's a full-service facility with driving range, instructions, rentals and restaurant.