Beaver Creek Colorado

One of the most popular ski resorts and vacation getaway locales, Beaver Creek Colorado is an exciting place to explore no matter what time of year you go. When travelers arrive at their mountain lodging at the Beaver Creek Resort, they will find fun during all four seasons, European influences, exceptional culinary experiences, and more, all in view of the majestic Colorado Rocky Mountains.

Beaver Creek vacations offer a way to step away from the ordinary. In the Vail Valley, three different villages circle the base of Beaver Creek Mountain, each offering a variety of visitor services. With free shuttles and ski trails leading right into town, visitors can enjoy a full vacation without driving a mile. Beaver Creek Village is the heart of the resort, with heated walkways linking the restaurants, art galleries, restaurants, and hotels. The Vilar Performing Arts Center hosts a full calendar of cultural performances. Arrowhead, on the west side of the mountain, and Bachelor Gulch Village offer places to relax, spend the night in luxury, and easy access to the slopes.

In all four seasons, the nearby towns of Avon and Edwards offer a long list of things to do and places to stay. Edwards, just three miles away off Interstate 70, is known for shopping, while charming hamlet of Avon is the closest town to Beaver Creek.

At this sister to Vail's ski resorts, Beaver Creek ski vacations provide access to some of the best skiing in the entire West. With a season that begins at the end of November and continues into April, travelers don't have to squeeze their vacation plans into a short and crowded window of time. Boasting an annual snowfall exceeding 300 inches, hundreds of trails, and 25 lifts, this popular ski area has earned its reputation as a top-notch wintertime vacation haven.

Skiers and snowboarders who have sailed past the beginning level can join in the Mountain Welcome Tours on their Beaver Creek ski vacations. The majority of the skiable area is geared towards intermediate and advance skiers, and a full slate of extreme sports will thrill brave souls.

Newbies are certainty welcome on Beaver Creek ski vacations as well. U.S. Forest Service rangers lead ski tours suited to all ages and abilities. Kicking off at the Environmental Learning Center, these journeys introduce skiers to the ecology, wildlife, and other natural features of the mountains. Children's ski activities, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, safety classes, and tubing are other things to do in Beaver Creek for new skiers and or anyone seeking less adrenaline-charged recreation.

At the end of the day, guests are treated to warm chocolate chip cookies when they step off the slopes, a hallmark of Beaver Creek ski resort hospitality. Travelers can come in from the cold and enjoy the atmosphere of the shops, restaurants, lodges, and hotels of Beaver Creek Colorado.

When the weather is warm, visitors will find an array of things to do in the mountain resort. Even though the area is known for skiing, the long days and pleasant temperatures don't mean the end of the fun. Summertime Beaver Creek vacations can include viewing the wildflowers on guided hikes, miniature golfing. fly fishing, rafting, mountain biking, swimming, children's theater performances, or simply dipping your toes in the creek that meanders through town.

In the summer, Beaver Creek vacations can also include time at the rodeo. Held weekly in June, July, and August, the Beaver Creek Rodeo includes many traditional events, such as bareback bronc riding, team roping, bull rides, and barrel racings. Kids can sign up for the calf scramble, with prizes for the top buckaroos. Resort guests can take a free shuttle to this special event in Beaver Creek Colorado.