Aspen, Colorado

Bicycle Accidents in Aspen, Colorado

Collisions between motor vehicles and bicyclists. Learn about bicycle accidents in Aspen, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Aspen

Total Crashes

Fatalities

Injuries

Bicycle Crash

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

1
Dooring
Dooring is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Aspen.
2
Right hook turns
Right hook turns is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Aspen.
3
Failure to yield
Failure to yield is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Aspen.
4
Distracted driving
Distracted driving is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Aspen.

Common Injuries from Bicycle Accidents

Head injuries

Broken bones

Road rash

Spinal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

8 crashes

Jul

6 crashes

Aug

2 crashes

Sep

Average: 5 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Aug 18, 2025

Minor Injury

True & E HOPKINS AVE

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Aug 7, 2025

Possible Injury

GALENA ST & COOPER AVE

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Serious Injury collision.

1 injury

Jul 30, 2025

Minor Injury

Mill Street & Puppy Smith Street

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Jul 3, 2025

Minor Injury

Main Street & 1st Street

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Sep 27, 2024

Serious Injury

Mill Street 100 N & Main Street 300 E

1 injury reported. Serious Injury collision.

1 injury

Sep 18, 2024

Possible Injury

411 East Main Street & 100 South Mill Street

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Aug 23, 2024

Minor Injury

Spring Street & Hyman Avenue

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Aug 3, 2024

Minor Injury

Aspen Street & Hopkins Avenue

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of bicycle accidents in Aspen include: Dooring, Right hook turns, Failure to yield, Distracted driving. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.