Vail Colorado
Located just 3 1/2 hours from Crested Butte are two of Colorado's most famous ski areas, Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts Nested in Vail Valley, Vail and Beaver Creek offer year round attractions, excellent accommodations, and great weather.
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Adaptive Sports Ctr
Adaptive sports, Where the possibilities are endless.
(970) 349-2296
Vail has a reputation as a luxurious playground for the fabulously wealthy. Although that much is true, and Vail is no stranger to movie stars and rockers, Vail offers something for everyone. With Vail you get all the big city amenities such as ritzy shops, restaurants, and galleries, within a small mountain town atmosphere.
During the winters skiing is the pastime of choice. Vail Mountain is America's largest single mountain with over 5,000 skiable acres served by 34 lifts. you'll find a variety of terrain from beginner slopes to expert chutes. Smaller than Vail, Beaver Creek offers 1,625 acres and 16 lifts. Other winter activities include dog sledding, snowshoeing, and nordic skiing.
Although many people know Vail Valley for it's winters, its summers are just as attractive. Vail holds several outdoor festivals each summer, along with outdoor concerts and movies. Outdoor adventurists choose to test their skills and stamina on Vail's hundreds of miles of trails, whether on foot or on bike. The ski resorts also offer limited summer chairlift access to easily gain views or begin hikes.
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