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All Winter Activities

Dobson Ice Arena

Lionshead
Dobson Ice Arena is a great indoor option for families looking for an alternative to skiing and riding. Enjoy ice hockey, figure skating and lessons for all!

Ski Cooper - the Affordable Family Area

Come, join us on one of the friendliest mountains around! Ski Cooper provides families with both skiers and snowboarders a quality experience. Just 35 miles from Vail. Unique, low-key and fun!
Vail Snowmobiling Tours

Nova Guides Snowmobiling

Avon, Beaver Creek, Vail, Vail Village
More than 100 miles of groomed trails in the White River National Forest; youth lap track for the kids. We're open now for snowmobile tours in the high country!!
Glenwood Caverns Fairy Caves | Family Winter Activites | Family in Cave

Glenwood Caverns & Historic Fairy Caves

Glenwood Caverns is the largest show cave open to the public in Colorado. Enjoy a 70 minute walking tour of Glenwood Caverns and Historic Fairy Caves. A great winter activity for the whole family.

Vail Nordic Center

Vail Golf Course
Looking for off-mountain fun? Then checkout the Vail Nordic Center, offering a variety of Nordic and snowshoe programs for all ages and abilities.

Vail Valley Tours

Backcountry
Play in powder meadows with breath-taking views of the Gore Range right in Vail's backyard. Take your family or group on an unforgettable experience. Incredible scenery, big adventure. Group rates.
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Nova Guides is FUN for Kids and Families!

Arrowhead, Beaver Creek, Vail, Vail Village
More than 100 miles of groomed trails in the White River National Forest; youth lap track for the kids. We're open now for snowmobile tours in the high country!!

Thursday night lights

970-845-9090
Beaver Creek
Hosted throughout the winter, Thursday Night Lights is a glow stick ski-down to music, enidng in a fireworks display.

Eagle Valley Library District

970-949-6797
Avon
Featuring story times, toys and puzzles for the young set in a spacious and bright area.

Nature Discovery Center

970-827-9725
Vail
Atop Vail Mountain at Eagles Nest, the center offers snowshoe hikes at 3 pm... snowshoes are provided. The center is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm. Check the website for news!

Eagle Ice Rink

970-328-5277
Eagle
Minimalist, yet regulation size, this indoor rink is a popular hang-out.

Nottingham Park

970-748-4086
Avon
Avon's 'pond' freezes over in winter, providing a great big playground for family fun.

Black Family Ice Rink

970-845-0438
Beaver Creek
This outdoor rink on the Village Plaza is outstanding for people watching.

Vail Library

970-479-2184
Vail
Cozy fireplace with reading couches, separate & enclosed childrens area with books, puzzles and games.