At Vail, the experience extends far beyond the mountain. Vail is linked by 3 lively base areas filled with shops, world class restaurants, bars and apres hot spots. Linked by pedestrian friendly heated streets, the village is a perfect place for a family stroll after skiing or a bar-hopping night out on the town. The countries largest free transportation system runs frequently, making it easy to access almost anywhere in the Vail area without touching your car. It’s almost like the whole town is “ski in, ski out”.

Located in San Miguel County, Mountain Village is nestled in the heart of the Uncompahgre National Forest, encompasses 3.27 square miles, and has become a vision of alpine elegance. Highway 145 is the major roadway leading to the town’s entrance with Telluride Regional Airport less than five miles away. The towns of Mountain Village and Telluride are two separate, distinct towns with their own government. Mountain Village sits at 9,545 feet and Telluride sits at 8,750. They are joined by a gondola system, which is owned and operated by the Town of Mountain Village. Mountain Village became a home rule municipality on March 10, 1995. Before 1995, it was an unincorporated county area.

Snowmass Village, Colorado is a former ranching community turned destination resort. This quaint village nestled in the Brush Creek valley features an astounding array of recreation opportunities for a town of such modest size. Snowmass ski area is the largest of the four Aspen / Snowmass mountains, bigger than the other three mountains combined! Snowmass is characterized by abundant ski-in/ski-out accommodations, extensive and well-maintained hiking, biking and walking trails, and a dedication to the leisure lifestyle realized in the service provided to the guest and the style of life maintained by the locals. The event and activity schedule in Snowmass is packed year round and sure to provide something of interest to every traveler. Locals and visitors mingle comfortably on the slopes, trails, and bars and restaurants of this unique Colorado mountain town.

Summit County, is located right in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains about 75 miles west of Denver. With four distinct, world-renown ski resorts within a 20-minute drive of each other, Summit County offers some of the most diverse terrain and best winter amenities available in the world. From the untracked steeps of the legendary Arapahoe Basin, to night skiing at Keystone, to Copper’s naturally divided terrain and Breckenridge’s four unique peaks the region has something to offer every winter sports enthusiast.  However, one of Summit County’s best kept secrets is that there’s even more to do in the summer with hiking, biking, sailing, fishing, paddle boarding on beautiful Lake Dillon, art and music festivals and much more.

Designated by TripAdvisor as a “Top World Destination,” The town of Jackson is located at the southern end of the valley. Jackson offers countless opportunities for shopping, dining, and experiencing the local attractions and entertainment, along with countless Jackson Hole hotels and lodging options for visitors to choose from. At the heart of downtown Jackson lies town square with its notable antler arch entrance and boardwalk-lined shops. The stores scattered along the Western boardwalk range from commercial chains and souvenir shops to fashion boutiques and fine art galleries. In fact, Jackson is the fifth nationally recognized arts center in the nation.

The Beaver Creek Resort Company of Colorado combines a homeowners’ association and a resort association with some municipal services added.  The Resort Company, a Colorado non-profit corporation, incorporated on April 30, 1979, was designed to help Beaver Creek become and remain a unique resort community.  By virtue of its Articles of Incorporation, the Resort Company is vested with a wide range of responsibilities and authority.  It was created to perform certain functions and to manage certain property for the common benefit of property owners and businesses within Beaver Creek.

oab, Utah lies on the southern banks of the Colorado River at the foot of the La Sal Mountains and the doorstep of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Once known for our uranium boom, today we are even more famous for the redrock walls of our public lands. Whether your passion is mountain biking, jeeping, climbing, hiking, whitewater rafting, backcountry skiing, music, art, or simply spending time with friends and family in beautiful surroundings, we have something to offer you.

The Town of Breckenridge is located 9,603 feet above sea level in a U-shaped valley on the western slope of the Continental Divide. In 2009, the Town celebrated its 150th anniversary. The Town boasts world-class amenities for residents and visitors alike. Your day can be filled with everything from a class in the Arts District, to a yoga class at our Recreation Center, to a ski at the Gold Run Nordic Center, to a concert at the Riverwalk Center, to a game of hockey at the Stephen C. West Ice Arena, to a play performed by the Backstage Theatre- the possibilities are endless. Of course, the Breckenridge Ski Resort continues to be one of the most visited amenities in Breckenridge. But summer is not to be forgotten. Locals always say, “I came for the winters and stayed for the summers.”

Welcome to the Keystone Neighborhood Company (KNC), an umbrella master association oveseeing The River Run mountain village is rich with shopping, dining, family entertainment and is steps from the slopes of Keystone Resort where you can spend the winter months clocking the vertical on your skis or board and the summer months exploring the trails of the Rockies whether it be on foot or on a bike. It is the KNC’s responsibility to maintain the world class River Run Village as well as provide cultural enhancements, recreation, security, special events and oversee Warren Station Center for the Arts for the enjoyment of our owners and guests.

Think skiers in cowboy hats and you’ll have a pretty good mental picture of Steamboat Springs in northwestern Colorado. Yes, there’s world-renowned skiing here, but with an undercurrent of cowboy culture. The wide-open Yampa Valley brought cattle ranchers here in the 1800s, and the town’s signature store still sells Western wear. Steamboat is known, also, for its long-standing Western heritage — with a more than 100-year-old summer rodeo — and deep-seated ski heritage. The town has two ski areas: Steamboat Ski Resort and Howelsen Hill, the oldest, continuously used ski area in Colorado and home to nearly 90 Winter Olympians.

Celebrated for its culture, heritage and spectacular scenic beauty, Telluride, Colorado, is recognized for its unrivaled recreational opportunities. In the winter, world-class Telluride Ski Resort boasts powder-filled bowls in which to ski, snowboard and enjoy awe-inspiring mountain views. Come summer, the resort transforms into a North American icon of music and events. In addition to the summer festival calendar, camping, hiking, biking, flyfishing, rafting, Jeeping and other outdoor activities are popular.

The Town of Pagosa Springs is a scenic community known for “healing waters”, our natural hot springs (“Pagosah” is a Southern Ute word for “healing waters”). They are located thirty minutes west of the Continental Divide and Wolf Creek Ski Area. Pagosa Springs is surrounded by the San Juan National Forest and Southern Ute Indian lands. Many recreational activities are made possible by the San Juan River that flows through the heart of town.

They have myriad opportunities for hiking, fishing, all forms of skiing, hunting, four wheel drives, snowmobiling, and numerous scenic drives. With an average of 300 days of sunshine and four definitive seasons, Pagosa Springs is an extraordinary place to live! For more infomation on activites, events, restaurants and shopping visit the Pagosa Springs Town Tourism website.

Glenwood Springs sits at the confluence of the Roaring Fork and Colorado Rivers, 180 miles west of Denver. Throughout our history and continuing today, Glenwood Springs is known for its medicinal hot sulfur springs, rich natural history and scenic beauty that draw tourists from around the world.

This town is at an elevation of 8550 feet (2601 m) and was established in 1904 in anticipation of the arrival of the Moffat Railroad. It was laid out on the western high bank of the Fraser River by George Eastom and originally named for him, but this name did not stick, for the town soon resorted to the name given the original rural post office: Fraser. The origin of the name Fraser cannot be confirmed. Rueben Frazier, an early settler in the area, was well known by most of the locals and it wasn’t long before people started calling the town Frazier. When the US Postal Authority granted a post office they wanted an easier spelling so took the name of the nearby Fraser River. It was the center of the timber industry until the Forest Service headquarters was moved to Hot Sulphur Springs in 1915, and the Ranger Station to Idlewild. The town was incorporated in 1953.

On April 13, 1992, the general electorate of the Big Sky area created the Big Sky Resort Area and adopted a 3% Resort Tax to be charged on “luxury” goods and services not deemed necessities of life. The tax is collected by local businesses within the boundaries of the Resort Area. In 1998, the general electorate of the Big Sky Resort Area then voted to create a District which brought the administration of the resort tax from the county to the local Big Sky area. The District is managed by a five-member elected Board of Directors. Resort taxes are collected and remitted monthly and the Board of Directors appropriates the funds to critical local community services on an annual basis.

Surrounded by wilderness, Basalt sits at the gate of the Frying Pan Valley along the Gold Medal waters of the Roaring Fork and Frying Pan Rivers in the White River National Forest at an elevation of 6,610 feet. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy camping, boating, fishing, hiking, golfing, biking, snow shoeing and cross-country and downhill skiing, all within a 15 mile radius. Restaurants and eateries serve everything from picnic lunches to gourmet dinners, galleries showcase local and international artists, and shopping abounds with boutique shops offering great keepsakes and specialty items.

Salida has long been a gateway to outdoor adventures and also a getaway for artists inspired by the scenic mountains, the flowing river and the friendly, laid-back atmosphere. Opportunities for recreation, relaxation and inspiration continually draw visitors from around the state and the world, but it was the 2012 designation of Salida’s Creative District that really put this historic mountain town on the map. Today, dozens of artist-owned studios and galleries fill Salida’s downtown, along with incredible restaurants, specialty shops, breweries, distilleries, healing arts, non-profits as well as a popular farmers market, walking tours and many other successful enterprises. You’ll find it’s easy and fun getting around this bike-friendly town to enjoy all the offerings in Salida’s Creative District and the Highway 50 corridor. For decades, Salida has encouraged travelers to “Follow the Hearts to Salida,” and we believe you, too, will fall in love with this charming mountain town and Follow Your Heart to Salida.

Durango is the kind of town you daydream about. It’s an authentic Colorado town, with endless opportunities for recreation, a rich history, an exciting future, and countless true stories to tell. Durango is a 21st century Old West town, where people are friendly and real, where they work hard and play hard. With more than 16,000 residents, Durango is the largest town in southwest Colorado. It’s also certainly one of the happiest. Locals are fond of saying that those who choose to live in Durango do so not for fame and fortune, but for the superb quality of life. Durango is known for endless outdoor recreation, as well as world-class attractions like the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Mesa Verde National Park, and historic Downtown Durango Downtown Durango.

Visitors describe us as authentic … unspoiled … unpretentious … terms not typically associated with today’s glitzy mountain destinations. But Gunnison County is a place where those terms still apply. Western heritage; dramatic, unspoiled natural beauty; genuinely friendly, unpretentious people; and “Colorado’s Last Great Ski Town” await.

Crested Butte has a lot to offer in the summer, winter and in-between. Our mountain scenery is spectacular and recreational opportunities are endless. Crested Butte is known as “Colorado’s Last Great Ski Town” and “The Wildflower Capital of Colorado.” We’re a town with spunk, energy and friendly, fun-loving locals. The Crested Butte area offers just about everything an outdoor enthusiast desires:skiing, mountain biking, hiking, wildflower viewing, kayaking, fly-fishing, climbing and more.

Frisco, Colorado sits right in the heart of Summit County, and, while it may look and feel charming, inside this town beats the heart of adventure! That heart keeps a wholesome rhythm, and pushes pure Colorado Rocky Mountain lifestyle that includes the whole family through our streets and sidewalks. A weekend in Frisco holds many choices: from fishing or white water rafting, to hiking, biking, or camping! In the winter, Frisco is the place to launch family adventures in all sorts of winter activities. Our Main Street is within just a few miles of some of Colorado’s best winter resorts!

Estes Park, Colorado is the base camp for amazing adventures in Rocky Mountain National Park and your favorite mountain getaway destination. Whether you are planning a romantic weekend getaway or the family vacation of a lifetime, Estes Park has the events, lodging and activities to create the perfect escape from the everyday. So, go ahead. Start planning today to experience Estes Park tomorrow.

Known as the “Heart of the Valley” for its geographic location as well as its strong sense of community and family-friendly atmosphere, Avon is a great place for both residents and visitors. Whether skiing, hiking, paddling the Eagle River or enjoying a leisurely day in town, you’ll find that launching your mountain adventures from Avon is easy and convenient.

With 6,500 year-round residents, plus another 3,500 part-time residents, Avon offers a small mountain town atmosphere with many amenities. The town serves as a gateway to the world-class Beaver Creek Resort and is eight miles west of world-famous Vail. Avon also offers a multitude of recreational opportunities, special events, parks, open space and trails, and a mix of local and national shops and restaurants.

Ouray is a very special community snuggled among some of the most stunning scenery on the planet. Many people in Ouray are first attracted by the picturesque setting of the historic Victorian buildings and the steep mountain background. The Ute Indians, who came here for the spiritual qualities attributed to the hot springs waters, surely appreciated the mountain vistas, too. In the 1800s, people were attracted by the rich ore buried in the hardrock of the San Juan Mountains. Today, many of us enjoy hiking or riding in a comfortable four-wheel drive vehicle to explore these 100-year-old mining structures as we imagine what it was like in the miners’ quarters in the days of mules and long, cold winters at 12,000 feet above sea level.

The bustling resort village of MT. CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO home to world-renowned Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR), is the launching point for incredible outdoor adventure, recreation and entertainment. The base area features premier lodging, meeting and event venues, dining, shopping and activities. Over the past decade, Mt. Crested Butte has been transformed with more than $300 million invested in ski area improvements, new lodging properties and state-of-the-art conference center, hotel and ski lodge renovations and the introduction of zip lining, an Adventure Park, and the Evolution Bike Park. Plans for a new 500-seat performing arts center are currently underway.

Get away from the crowds and the traffic and explore the gem that is Winter Park – no matter what the season.

Our small town atmosphere combined with world class skiing make us a great place to kick back, relax, and enjoy our year-round recreation, shopping, lodging and dining opportunities. We hope visitors use our site as a starting point for their visit, and residents as a contact point for keeping in touch with the community.

Silverthorne, “the gateway to Summit County”, is only about a one hour’s drive from Denver. Incorporated in the 1960’s, Silverthorne has grown up with the Summit County tourist industry. Silverthorne’s proximity to both Summer and Winter activities make Silverthorne an ideal place to visit. Summit County’s four world-class ski resorts, all within 20 minutes of Silverthorne. Silverthorne’s 62,000 sq. ft. Recreation Center offers plenty of indoor recreation for both residents and visitors alike. Silverthorne is best known for its shopping, which should not be missed! The Silverthorne Factory Stores, with over 70 brand name shops are widely known for exceptional value, quality, and variety.