Beaver Creek offers the family more than a Colorado summer vacation. It's a Colorado experience, filled with activity and adventure. Explore Beaver Creek's summertime offerings!
SUMMER VACATION ACTIVITIES
Vail's Adventure Ridge
Enjoy a breathtaking gondola ride to Vail Mountain’s Adventure Ridge. Experience unbelievable views of the Sawatch, New York and Gore Range in addition to the famous Mount of the Holy Cross. At Adventure Ridge enjoy orienteering, disc golf, rebound trampoline, BMX course, Dinosaur Dig, guided or self-guided hiking, bike tours, volleyball, bocce ball, and horse shoes.
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Bike in Beaver Creek
From paved paths to challenging ascents, Beaver Creek has mountain biking for every level! Road biking is also available in scenic Glenwood Canyon. Front-suspension and full-suspension bike rentals are available at the base of the Centennial Express Chairlift as well as Full Wheel Cyclery. The last rental is at 3:30 p.m. For More Information Please Call 970-845-5400
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Fly Fish on the Eagle River
Colorado has some of the best trout fishing in the nation! Learn to fish, or just fish with a guide, who is fully licensed and insured. Fish all day or a half day in the gold medal waters in the Vail Valley.
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Golf
With the Valley offering almost a dozen courses to choose from, you can enjoy the stunning views of the Rockies from a different course each day of your vacation!
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Hike in Beaver Creek
Hiking is one of the Valley's most popular summer activities! Enjoy a gentle stroll on Beaver Creek Mountain or summit a 14,000 foot peak. Beaver Creek's Hiking Center offers nature hikes for all ages and ability levels with expert local guides. Open daily from June-September and weekends in September. Guided hikes are available by reservation through October. For More Information, including upcoming specialty hikes, historic excursions, and lunch hikes, call 970-845-5373
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Horseback Rides
Experience Colorado and Beaver Creek on horseback. Ride a horse through deer and elk country while enjoying the panoramic views of Colorado's Rocky Mountains. One and two hour trail rides are available, as well as a longer 3 hour horseback ride that includes a picnic lunch. There is a scenic half day ride to Beaver Lake with lunch and an opportunity to fish and hike. Please call Beaver Creek Stables and Piney Stables at 970-845-7770.
During the summer evenings, ride to Beano's Cabin on horseback or in wagons that leave from Beaver Creek Stables. At Beano's Cabin, you'll dine on a five course dinner and enjoy in great views.
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Hot Air Balloon
Experience the thrills and views while flying over the Vail Valley in a hot air balloon. Tours include transportation, champagne, certificate, and ceremony. There is a 'Taste of Ballooning' with a flight time of 30-40 minutes. Standard balloon flights are about 75 minutes of flight time. Flights begin just following sunrise.
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Jeep Tours
Ride in the world's ultimate backcountry vehicle through vast meadows with wildflowers and stunning alpine vistas.
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Kayak
Try maneuvering your own sit-on-top kayak through the Upper Colorado River Class I, and Class II whitewaters. Jump right in on this 1/2 day trip or take a two day lesson starting on Nottingham Lake and progressing to the Upper Colorado.
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Raft
Beginning in late April, local outfitters run the Eagle, Colorado, and Arkansas rivers, offering thrill seekers a chance to splash through the rippling rivers and big rapids.
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Rock Climb
Surrounded by jagged peaks and mountains, the Valley offers some of the greatest rock climbing. Beginners can brush up on their skills on Vail and Beaver Creek's climbing walls in a controlled environment while experienced climbers can try the easily accessible top-rope and multi-pitch routes located throughout the Valley. For Information Call 970-471-1173
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Tennis
The Beaver Creek Tennis Center is open June 7 through September 12th and offers five clay and 2 hard courts as well as spectacular views of the mountain.
Open Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 970-845-5781
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Allegria Spa
Located in the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek---designed to soothe your body, stimulate your mind, and strengthen your spirit. Whether you are seeking a calming and pampering experience or a challenging fitness adventure, Allegria's caring staff is there to help you on your journey.
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Piney River Ranch
This ranch has so much to offer everyone. Bikers climb to Piney Lake, fishermen enjoy both the river and the lake, hikers have endless trails to explore, horse lovers go for their favorite ride, photographers capture spectacular views, canoers paddle on serene waters, and families just go to relax for the day!
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4-Eagle Ranch
From cattle round ups to Western Family nights, 4-Eagle Ranch is a true Colorado experience. 4-Eagle features guided horseback rides, cattle round ups, horse drawn wagon rides, western family nights, sunset dinner specials, a trading post and their very own "cowboy gourmet" eatery.
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Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
Located 45 minutes West of Beaver Creek, this family adventure park offers cave tours, horseback rides, thrill rides, and mountain top dining. Open year round! Please call 1-800-945-4228 for hours and information.
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Paintball in the Rockies
Play paintball in a natural aspen and pine tree setting in the Rocky Mountains at Camp Hale. Let their experienced staff show you fun and adventure! Located 45 minutes from Beaver Creek. Call 1-888-949-6682 for more information.
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Beaver Creek Rodeo
Saddle up for genuine western excitement including bull riding and a full line-up of rodeo events, a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting and mutton bustin’. Sample food ranging from Western barbecue to sushi, prepared by top chefs from Beaver Creek and the Vail Valley.
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Zip Line Adventure
There’s only one place where you can enjoy the pristine mountains, beautiful trees, and raging rivers while zipping 30 miles per hour over a rugged canyon. Soar like an eagle 100-200 ft above the floor of the Alkali Canyon on our 6 zip lines that extend from 150 to1000 feet. The ultimate adrenaline rush will definitely get your heart pumping!
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Beaver Creek Kids Day Camps
Camps are offered weekdays from 9am-4:30 pm; children age 5-13 will enjoy a variety of activities such as pony rides, rock climbing, face painting, go-carting, and much more. For children under the age of 5 yrs, Small World Playschool is offered weekdays from 8:30-4pm.
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Vail Valley Farmers' Markets
MINTURN MARKET Saturdays, 9am -2pm The original Vail Valley market! Sorry, no pets.
VAIL MARKET Sundays 6/15-9/7/08 10am - 3pm The largest market in the Vail Area
EDWARDS MARKET Saturdays, 9:30 - 2pm
Beaver Creek Hiking Trips
In addition to daily hiking activities, Beaver Creek's Hiking Center offers hiking trips in the fall. 8-day hiking trips are usually to the Alps. For more information , contact Nate Goldberg at Beaver Creek Hiking Center, 970-845-5313.