Lost Lake Trail offers a scenic and moderately challenging hike suitable for trail runners and mountain bikers alike. The trail starts at the Lost Lake West Trailhead and spans 6.8 miles roundtrip, with an elevation gain of 637 feet, climbing to a high point of 10,294 feet before descending to Lost Lake. From the trailhead, … Continued
CLOSED April 15 – June 20 Son of Middle Creek trail ascends the hillside on the north side of I-70, offering views of Vail Mountain and the Town of Vail. After a mile, it crosses a bridge over Middle Creek in a cool spruce/fir forest. This is a great destination for families. The trail continues … Continued
The first 4 miles of the trail climbs alongside Gore Creek. There are some short steep sections along the way. The trail winds through meadows and aspen groves which change to conifer stands as the elevation increases. At mile 4, the trail forks; crossing Gore Creek leads you over Red Buffalo Pass to Summit County … Continued
CLOSED April 15 – June 20 The trail climbs gradually through pine and aspen. Along the way, there are good views of Vail Mountain. The trail ends on Davos Road. Turning right will take you to the remainder of the North Trail. Follow the road for about 0.4 miles and take a left at the … Continued
The 2022 VRD Bloch & Chapleau Town Mountain Bike Race Series returns for its 39th year to offer fun and exciting racing to mountain bikers of all ages and experience levels. This summer over 1,200 riders of all ages and ability levels will compete for over $30,000 in prizes and priceless bragging rights. Whether competing in … Continued
Colorado’s most iconic trail running series, The Dynafit Vail Trail Running Race Series has become a must do race series. Taking runners up trails, over mountains, through forests and over streams in and around Vail for the past 23 years this series is not to be missed. With over 40 years of combined experience, the … Continued
Join the fun at the third annual Cougar Ridge Classic 26K, a point-to-point sub-ultra trail race. Challenge your legs, lungs and mind as you climb up Vail Mountain and descend into the heart of Minturn in the middle of leaf peeping season! New for 2026 – Cougar Club 14k The Cougar Cub introduces a shorter … Continued
The Summer National Soccer Championships The highest 3v3 tournament in the nation! All games are played at an elevation of 8,000 feet or above. Nestled in Colorado’s Vail Valley, Ford Park and the Vail Athletic Fields host the Kick It 3v3 National Championships. From great dining and recreation to beautiful Rocky Mountain views, this event … Continued
Vail welcomes the top men’s teams from across the country and, new starting in 2022, women’s teams from across the country to one of the toughest tournaments in the Rocky Mountains. Games are played throughout Vail, EagleVail and Edwards. LEARN MORE
The Gore Range Gravity Alliance, a local non-profit providing outdoor education for women. The the women’s panel is a night to shine a light on the impact women have in the outdoors and in our communities. Hear from inspiring women who’ve influenced the change they’re seeing in the outdoors towards equity and inclusion. Mingle with women-owned … Continued
June 20 – 22, 2023 | Vail Valley Known as the highest altitude tournament in the country, the Vail Lacrosse Tournament is a family-friendly competition, drawing nearly 2,000 players and 3,000 spectators to the Vail Valley! The Vail Lacrosse Tournament laid down its roots in Vail in 1995. LEARN MORE