Winter Activities
There is something here for the whole family!
Bearcat Stables
Cordillera, Edwards
Horse drawn sleigh rides, dinner sleigh rides and winter horseback rides. Rocky Mountain scenery from a horse's view with Bearcat Stables, just 15 minutes from Beaver Creek resort. Kids love it!
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
Glenwood Springs
For a full day of winter fun, head to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Glenwood Springs, Colorado: Cave Tours, Alpine Coaster, 4D Theater, Laser Tag, scenic Tram Ride and mountain-top dining.
Snowcat Skiing - Chicago Ridge
Backcountry
GET HIGH, GET DEEP, GET AFTER IT. Experience the thrill of backcountry powder skiing and snowboarding on Ski Cooper's Chicago Ridge. We have over 2400 acres of treed slopes and open bowls.
Babysitting Services
Care 4 Kids Babysitting Service
Arrowhead, Avon, Bachelor Gulch, Beaver Creek, Cordillera, Edwards, Vail
Looking for a night out when you're in Vail & Beaver Creek? Trust your children with us! Professional child care providers come to your hotel, condo or home. Licensed, bonded, insured, CPR certified
Camps & Classes
Vail Gymnastics Center
Vail
Whether you're visiting or live here, you and your children can enjoy classes in gymnastics, martial arts, dance, trampoline and open time on the gymnastics equipment.
Vail's Community Room - Fitness & Art Classes and Party Room Rental
Vail's Community Room offers fitness and art classes for the public. If you're in Vail any time of year, please join in. Reservations are required for some classes.
Colorado Mountain College Offers All Types of Personal Enrichment Classes and Workshops in Winter
CMC in Edwards can make your day or change your life. Learn to cook, take a dance class, or enhance your resume. Weave some learning into your vacation, near Vail & Beaver Creek ski resorts.
Family Fun
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
Glenwood Springs
For a full day of winter fun, head to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Glenwood Springs, Colorado: Cave Tours, Alpine Coaster, 4D Theater, Laser Tag, scenic Tram Ride and mountain-top dining.
Imagination Station
Lionshead
The Imagination Station, a delightfully fun hands-on children's museum in Vail, offers imaginative and educational activities for children ages two to 12-year-old and their families.
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.
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!!
Vail Library
Vail
Cozy fireplace with reading couches, separate & enclosed childrens...
Eagle Valley Library District
Avon
Featuring story times, toys and puzzles for the young set in...
Thursday night lights
Beaver Creek
Hosted throughout the winter, Thursday Night Lights is a glow...
Horseback & Sleighrides
Bearcat Stables
Cordillera, Edwards
Horse drawn sleigh rides, dinner sleigh rides and winter horseback rides. Rocky Mountain scenery from a horse's view with Bearcat Stables, just 15 minutes from Beaver Creek resort. Kids love it!
Hot Air Ballooning
Camelot Balloons
Ballooning in winter is indescribable... peaceful, quiet, beautiful, and... not as cold as you might imagine! Ballooning is a wonderful activity to add to your Vail/Beaver Creek ski vacation.
Ice Skating
Dobson Ice Arena
Lionshead
Dobson Ice Arena is a great indoor option for families and groups looking for an alternative to skiing and riding. Public skating, youth skating, ice hockey, lessons, and corporate/group events.
Solaris Ice Rink in Vail
Outdoor ice rink right in Vail Village, open daily 1pm - 9:30pm
Eagle Ice Rink
Eagle
Minimalist, yet regulation size, indoor rink in Eagle.
Black Family Ice Rink
Beaver Creek
Outdoor rink on the Village Plaza in Beaver Creek, noon - 9 pm...
Skiing & Snowboarding
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!
Snowmobiling
Vail Valley Tours
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.
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!!
Snowshoeing & Cross Country Skiing
Tennessee Pass Nordic Center
Backcountry
Enjoy over 25 kilometers of set track and wide skate lanes on a groomed trail system that offers ample terrain for every style and ability of skier, 30 minutes from Vail and Beaver Creek.
Vail Nordic Center
Vail Golf Course
Looking for off-mountain fun? Check out the Vail Nordic Center, offering a variety of Nordic and snowshoe programs for all ages and abilities. Rentals and lessons available!
Nature Discovery Center
Vail
Atop Vail Mountain at Eagles Nest, the center offers snowshoe...
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Specialty Ski Programs & Guides
Snowcat Skiing - Chicago Ridge
Backcountry
GET HIGH, GET DEEP, GET AFTER IT. Experience the thrill of backcountry powder skiing and snowboarding on Ski Cooper's Chicago Ridge. We have over 2400 acres of treed slopes and open bowls.
Swimming & Hot Springs
Glenwood Hot Springs, Pool & Spa ~ Wintertime fun for the whole family!
Glenwood Springs
A must-do Colorado activity for the entire family. Huge outdoor hot springs pools, over two city blocks long! Full-service spa and athletic club. One hour from Vail/Beaver Creek in Glenwood Springs.