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Outdoor & Adventure

Nestled in the heart of the Rockies, Vail, Colorado, offers outdoor and adventure enthusiasts a year-round playground. Summers mean hiking, biking, and river rafting, while winters bring world-class skiing and snowboarding. With charming village accommodations and dining just steps away, Vail is your gateway to unforgettable outdoor experiences amidst stunning mountain vistas. Come discover the magic of Vail, where every season delivers exhilarating adventures in this breathtaking alpine paradise.

A group of smiling people hiking in a grassy field with lavender wildflowers in the mountains at sunset in Vail.

A group of people walkthrough a grassy meadow with mountains in the background. The setting sun creates a golden glow on the grass.

Hiking in Vail

Scenic Gondola

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Ranch Experiences

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A red-brown horse and a black horse nuzzle each other inside a pen at a ranch near Vail, Colorado.

Horseback Riding

Ski & Ride Vail Mountain

Fishing

A group of huskies prance and smile and they pull a dogsled through the snow near Vail, Colorado.

Dog Sledding

Group of friends snowshoes across form Vail Mountain

Snowshoeing

Nature Discovery Center

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backcountry skier skis across mountain side

Backcountry Skiing

Family Friendly Hikes

Lakes and Waterfalls

Whitewater Rafting

Snowcat Skiing

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couple on paddle boards on a high alpine lake

Stand-Up Paddle (SUP)

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Group of mountain bikers speed through aspen grove

Mountain Biking

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Fat Biking

Family cross country skiing through aspens

Nordic Skiing

A woman at Vail Golf Club takes a swing and watches her golf ball go into the hole as a male golfer looks on. Evergreen trees rise up on a ridge behind them.

Golfing in Vail

River Kayak

A person in a silver helmet, goggles and a black winter jacket rides a snowmobile through a snowy field near Vail, Colorado.

Snowmobiling

Two horses running and pulling a carriage through the snow.

Sleigh Rides

Two little girls stare in wonder at the holiday lights around the Vail village.

Ice Skating

Jeep driving on mountain dirt road in fall

Off-Road Jeep & ATV Adventures

A group of people are riding in a yellow and blue car on an ice rink while fishing in Vail.

Ice Bumper Cars

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Rock Climbing in Vail

Explore

With multiple gondolas providing instant access to hiking and biking trails, Vail offers low entry barriers for mountain lovers to experience moments of adventure. The Gore Creek, flowing through the center, provides opportunities for leisurely strolls, fishing, and enjoying the fresh air and energizing surroundings.