Ski or Snowboard Vail, Colorado

Add to My List Check Off

Vail Ski Resort in Colorado is the largest single mountain ski resort in the United States and the 2nd largest in North America. The summit at Vail towers 3,530 metres above sea level and presents an over 1,000 metre vertical rise from the base of the mountain. More than 190 runs and marked trails as long as 6.4 km provides a broad selection of skiable terrain, appealing to every skill level. In excess of 30 lifts, including a 12 person Gondola, whisk skiers to their chosen spots on the mountain. Multiple terrain parks provide snowboarders with the challenges they desire such as a superpipe, jumps, hits, rails, fun boxes, half pipes and bump terrain. Vail hosted the 1989 Alpine Skiing World Championships to great fanfare. Nordic activities, including back country cross country skiing and snowshoeing are also popular activities pursued by visitors to Vail. A prolific offering of ski schools, including those adapted to skiers with special needs, contributes to the world-renowned reputation of the resort. The town of Vail offers Dining, Shopping, Entertainment and Nightlife experiences to satisfy any desire. Accommodations ranging from basic motel rooms to full-service condominiums and five-star hotels provide lodging options for every budget. Spas associated with the resort properties and for day use proliferate for those seeking that type of relaxation after their time on the mountain. Ski and Snowboard rentals are readily available on-mountain and at a number of equipment shops in town. The cobblestone streets of the center of this incredible mountain town are pedestrian only providing for a relaxed environment for sightseeing and moving about this incredibly striking region. Vail also hosts a number of annual festivals including those geared toward winter activities, an annual film festival and a summer-time food and wine festival. Vail, Colorado is home to its own nearby regional airport (Vail/Eagle County Airport) with direct service from 11 cities in North America and connecting service from virtually everywhere. Shuttle service from the airport to the various facilities providing accommodations is very convenient. Vail is also easily accessible by car from Denver, Colorado, approximately a 2 hour drive on US Interstate 70, a scenic, modern highway. Your dream of a ski trip to the famous Rocky Mountains in Colorado may be realized by adding a trip to Vail, Colorado to your list. A trip to this exquisite mountain resort with an emphasis on providing a first-class experience to its visitors will leave you wanting to return again and again.

Write a Review

No Ratings Yet

Flag as inappropriate ›