Summer in Vail
In Vail, the experience extends far beyond the mountain. Vail Village and Lionshead Village are filled with boutique shops along with world-class restaurants and bars. When you visit in the summer Vail becomes a true mountain playground. Take a family stroll through the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, get into nature with a hike on Vail Mountain. Experience summer tubing or zip-lining at Adventure Ridge. Or just enjoy the peaceful rivers while fly fishing. More attractions including horseback riding, rafting and golf allow you to enjoy Vail in the summer.
Adventure Ridge: Located at the top of Vail Mountain and Lionshead Gondola...at Eagle’s Nest, Adventure Ridge is the ultimate high-elevation playground. Offering fun-filled activities for all ages, including dino digs, half-day bike tours, guided hiking tours, orienteering, Frisbee golf, volleyball, bocci, croquet, horseshoes, a BMX course, rebound trampoline, and more.
The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens: Explore the beautifully manicured alpine gardens located in Ford Park, just a short walk east of the lodge.
Winter in Vail
Vail is known around the world for our skiing and boarding but the fun extends far beyond the mountain. Vail Village and Lionshead Village are filled with boutique shops along with world-class restaurants and bars. Take the family up to Adventure Ridge for snow biking and snowmobiling.Go beyond Vail Mountain and enjoy the Rocky Mountains in all of their splendor either by cross country skiing or snowshoeing. No matter what your winter passions are you can find them all in Vail.
Adventure Ridge: By taking the Lionshead Gondola (rides are free after 2 p.m.), you can access a winter playground for all ages. There are a number of exciting activities that will delight adults and children alike, including kid's snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow biking, tubing, and more. Learn more about Adventure Ridge.
Snowshoeing: The Vail Nordic Center offers snowshoe rentals and guided tours. The Christiania Lodge can also arrange independent guides that operate in the White River National Forest and provide transportation to and from the lodge.
Backcountry Skiing: There are numerous independent guides that offer telemark and cross-country trips into the national forest. Start your adventure with Vail's Nordic School. Transportation to and from the lodge can be provided by various outfitters.
Cross-country Skiing: The Vail Nordic Center and McCoy Park in Beaver Creek maintain a groomed track and offers classic and skate ski equipment rentals. For a different experience, try venturing out into the wilderness with Vail's Nordic School.
The True West 4 Eagle Ranch, a local working ranch, offers horseback riding, nightly Western-style sleigh rides, and dinners.
Sleigh Rides: Enjoy an evening sleigh ride with the entire family and have a wonderful dinner provided at 4 Eagle Ranch.
Snow Cat Tours: Sign up for a Snow Cat tour and experience great nature and wildlife viewing. Tours are offered by local companies and transportation, to and from the lodge, is included with most companies.
Sledding Meadow Mountain, a fifteen-minute drive west of Vail, is the local sledding hot spot!
