The scenic mountain village of Vail will make you think you are in southern Bavaria! Vail Ski Resort's terrain legendary, with no less than seven back bowls. Stroll the cobblestone streets in the two villages and enjoy endless apres-ski dining, shopping, and entertainment. Beaver Creek Resorts adds an additional level of recreation, exclusivity and sophistication to the area.
Fun Fact
The now-glitzy Vail area was mostly cabbage farms before the resort was developed. The area was "discovered" during WWII by the US Army's 10th Mountain division, training for alpine winter warfare.
Recommended Activities
Skiing
Buckle up for a wild ride on 7,149 skiable acres between both Vail (5,317 acres) and Beaver Creek (1,832 acres). Beaver Creek Mountain is renowned for its stunning beauty and welcoming atmosphere, providing access to every level of skier. Vail Resort is a popular ski destination worldwide and happens to be one of the largest ski resorts in the world.
Snowshoeing
Both Beaver Creek and Vail offer pristine snow-covered peaks and meadows for your snowshoeing adventures. Trek out on your own or book a private tour with a professional snowshoeing guide.
Hiking
The mountains in Vail Valley features miles and miles of hiking trails. A range of options takes hikers through wildflower fields, under canopies of shimmering aspen tree leaves, and to the top of mountain peaks during the peak months from June to September. Click here to view some of the top hikes in the Vail Valley.
Mountain Biking
Biking is one of the most popular summer and early fall activities in Vail. Enjoy the trill of flying down Vail's 343 miles of mountain biking terrain. If paved roads are more your style, there are plenty of mountainous paths to explore. Click here to view some of the top mountain bike trails in the valley.
Fly Fishing
Cast a line at some of the most serene spots on Vail’s many streams and rivers like the Gore Creek, the Colorado River or the Eagle River.
Recommended Lodging
Timeless European elegance and hospitality in chalet-style, with views of Gore creek and picturesque Vail Village.
Recommended Dining
Known for their fun-filled Friday Afternoon Club in the summer, their variety of margaritas to please, and mouth-watering tacos or a full course sit-down meal.
Vail's legendary breakfast spot specializing in traditional favorites and regional specialties using family recipes and the freshest locally sourced ingredients.
Signature Events
The Vail Farmers Market is currently in its 19th year on Meadow Drive. It started with a few vendors and now has grown to over 140. They have entertainment for everyone and brings people from all over to enjoy the Rocky Mountains.
Two week celebration in engaging outdoor venues with some of the world's finest dance professionals.
The world's best snowboarders compete and everyone enjoys the week-long party!
We know many Front Range residents enjoy recreating in the mountains of Colorado, but have you ever considered buying a home in your favorite vacation destination, like Vail or Beaver Creek? Our company, WK Real Estate, is a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, a powerful network of over 500 top real estate companies with 130,000 sales associates, in over 70 countries. Through our connections with this global network, we can introduce you to an excellent, experienced real estate professional in your areas of interest. Buying a second home is an exciting opportunity and our partners will able to help you research and determine if this kind of a purchase is right for you. To get this process started, please contact WK's Relocation Department or your favorite WK associate and tell us the areas you may be interested in purchasing. We would like to thank our LeadingRE affiliates, Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate, for providing these amazing recommendations!