Copper Mountain — Ski. Ride. Stay.

Best for: Quiet location near village core

Amenities

• Pool access
• Hot tubs
• Underground parking
• Walking distance to lifts

Best for: Affordable slopeside lodging

Amenities

• Hot tubs
• Ski lockers
• Walk to lifts
• Village access

Best for: Luxury condos and premium location

Amenities

• Ski-in/ski-out access
• Modern condos
• Underground parking
• Hot tubs
• Shopping and dining directly below the building
• Grocery and retail nearby

Best for: Central location and convenience

Amenities

• Outdoor hot tubs
• Ski lockers
• Heated underground parking
• Walk to lifts
• Walk to restaurants and shops
• Fitness facility access (varies by booking source)

Best for: Families and larger groups

Amenities

• Outdoor heated pool
• Multiple hot tubs
• Fitness room
• Underground parking
• Easy walk to American Eagle Lift
• Village access

Best for: Families wanting larger units

Amenities

• Outdoor hot tubs
• Fitness room
• Heated garage
• Large floorplans
• Close to lifts and village plaza

Best for: Premium ski-in/ski-out accommodations

Amenities

• Luxury finishes
• Heated parking
• Fitness room
• Hot tubs
• Prime Center Village location

Best for: Slopeside convenience

Amenities

• Hot tubs
• Fitness room
• Heated parking
• Ski lockers
• Village views
• Walk to lifts and restaurants

Best for: Value and location

Amenities

• Village-center location
• Walk to lifts
• Restaurants and shopping downstairs
• Budget-friendly condos

Best for: Lake and mountain views

Amenities

• Hot tubs
• Village access
• Close to activities and dining

Best for: Amenity-rich stays

Amenities

• Pool access
• Hot tubs
• Fitness facilities
• Convenient East Village location

Best for: Families and groups

Amenities

• Outdoor hot tubs
• Fitness room
• Sauna
• Steam room
• Heated garage parking
• Walking distance to Super Bee Lift

Best for: Spacious accommodations

Amenities

• Pool access
• Hot tubs
• Fitness facilities
• Ski access options

Best for: Premium East Village location

Amenities

• Heated outdoor pool
• Multiple hot tubs
• Fitness room
• Underground parking
• Ski lockers
• Walk to lifts and restaurants

Best for: Larger groups

Amenities

• Townhome layouts
• Garages
• Ski access nearby
• Multiple bedrooms

Wheeler at East Village by Copper Mountain Lodging

Amenities

• Village location
• Walk to Super Bee Lift
• Underground parking
• Close to dining and retail

Type: Premium condominium building

Typical Features

• Larger condo floorplans
• Heated parking
• Hot tubs
• Ski access via short walk
• Mountain views
• Quiet residential atmosphere

Best for: Guests wanting luxury without being in the center of resort activity.

Type: Exclusive luxury ski-in/ski-out homes

Amenities commonly include

• Private homes
• Ski-in/ski-out access
• Multiple master suites
• Gourmet kitchens
• Private hot tubs
• Large garages
• Premium mountain views

Best for: Luxury family vacations and large groups.

Type: Condo-style accommodations

Typical Amenities

• Studios to multi-bedroom condos
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free parking
• Hot tub access
• Ski storage
• Walking distance to lifts
• Easy walk to Center Village dining and shopping

Best for: Couples, small families, budget-conscious skiers.

Type: Luxury condominium complex

Amenities often include

• 1–3 bedroom residences
• Full gourmet kitchens
• Gas fireplaces
• In-unit washer/dryer
• Heated garage parking
• Community hot tub
• Athletic club access (pool, fitness center, sauna)
• Private balconies with mountain views
• Free shuttle service

Best for: Families seeking upscale accommodations close to beginner terrain.

Type: Townhome neighborhood

Common Amenities

• 3–5 bedrooms
• Attached garages
• Full kitchens
• Multiple living areas
• Gas fireplaces
• Private decks/patios
• Washer/dryer
• Easy access to ski school and beginner lifts

Best for: Multi-family trips and larger ski groups.

The centerpiece is the 19,400-square-foot Woodward Barn, a fully heated indoor training complex featuring:

• Olympic-grade trampolines
• Foam-pit training zones
• Skateboard and scooter areas
• BMX zones
• Pump track
• Spring floor and tumble track
• ParkSki™ and Burton ParkBoard™ ski/snowboard training systems
• Super Trampoline for aerial training and progression

Woodward offers programs for:

• First-time athletes
• Recreational skiers and riders
• Competitive freestyle athletes
• Adults and children
• Summer camps and seasonal programs

Many activities require no prior experience, making it family-friendly as well as athlete-focused.

During summer, Woodward shifts heavily toward:

• Skateboarding
• BMX
• Mountain biking
• Scooter riding
• Trampoline and acrobatics training
• Camps and drop-in sessions

The Barn typically operates with afternoon and evening sessions during summer.

In winter, Woodward integrates directly with Copper's terrain parks and the lift-served freestyle areas. The resort's Woodward Express lift services terrain designed for freestyle progression, from beginner park features to advanced jumps and rails.

Woodward Copper is located near Center Village at Copper Mountain, about:

• 5–10 minutes walking from West Village lodging
• 5 minutes from Union Creek lodging
• 10 minutes from most Center Village hotels and condos

Many families stay in West Village or Union Creek because kids can spend time skiing during the day and then visit the Barn for trampolines, foam pits, and action-sports activities in the afternoon. It provides entertainment even if weather conditions aren't ideal.

Snow biking — or ski biking — puts you on a bike frame mounted on skis instead of wheels. It's easy to learn, exciting to ride, and lift-served: after a short lesson on controlling the bike and loading the chairlift, you ride the lifts just like a skier. Bring or rent ski/snowboard boots.

Keystone — Adventure Point

A great way to get an introduction to a new and exciting sport. A certification lesson from coaches is required before rental use — ideal for beginner skiers or snowboarders. Guests must provide their own ski boots. Age 13 and older. Operating roughly late November through early April (dates and hours vary).

Roger's Snowbike® Rentals — Breckenridge, Copper, Vail & Beaver Creek

Colorado's most trusted snowbike outfitter, based inside the Ridden Ski Shop at 520 S. Main St. in Breckenridge. They'll teach you to control the snowbike and load the chairlifts in minutes — and the same bike can be ridden at Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Vail, or Beaver Creek. Boots, clothing, helmets, and gloves are available to rent, and no prior snow-sport experience is required.

Keystone Lake

The largest Zamboni-maintained outdoor skating rink in North America — five acres of ice at Lakeside Village. Open 9 a.m.–9 p.m. with pick-up hockey games, holiday lights, and festive music.

Dercum Square Ice Rink — River Run

7,200-square-foot facility with day and night skating, open 11 a.m.–8 p.m. seven days a week (weather permitting). Free skating; skate rental required.

Breckenridge — Steven C. West Arena

189 Boreas Pass Rd., open 8 a.m.–12 a.m. Year-round facility with summer camps for hockey and figure skating.

Copper Mountain — West Lake

Located in the center of The Village at Copper. Open 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Rental fee $10 per session at Chub's.

Ride to the top for big mountain views — no skis required. Three Summit County resorts make it easy to sightsee by gondola or scenic chairlift.

Breckenridge — BreckConnect Gondola

The free BreckConnect Gondola links downtown Breckenridge to the base of Peaks 7 and 8, with sweeping views of the Tenmile Range along the way. No lift ticket required to ride.

Copper Mountain — American Eagle

Copper's American Eagle is a modern combination lift (6-person chairs and 8-person gondola cabins) out of Center Village. Scenic rides climb above the tree line for panoramic views — each way is roughly 15 minutes, and you can ride back down or hike. Operating hours depend on weather, so check the latest lift status before you go.

Keystone — River Run & Outpost Gondolas

Keystone is the only Summit County resort with two gondolas. The River Run Gondola carries sightseers and tubers from River Run Village (9,280 ft) to the top of Dercum Mountain (11,640 ft) in about 11 minutes, where you'll find dining at Summit House and snow play. From there, the Outpost Gondola continues another ~8 minutes over to North Peak. Scenic rides run daily 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (plus after 4:30 p.m. on night-skiing evenings); a ticket is required unless you have a reservation at a mountaintop restaurant such as Alpenglow Stube or Der Fondue Chessel.

Tour operators guide visitors through wilderness terrain with trails for scenic riders and challenging backcountry routes. Beginners receive guidance on machine operation; experienced riders have access to extensive local trail systems.

Tour Operators

• Breckenridge Snowmobiling
• Good Times Adventures
• High Country Tours
• Tiger Run Tours
• White Mountain Tours

Featured Trails

• Webster Pass Road — 3.66 miles one-way, 1,493 ft elevation gain, moderate
• Deer Creek Road — 3.33 miles to summit, 1,772 ft elevation gain, moderate

Pricing & Fees

Pricing varies by machine size, duration, and group size. Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area requires $6 per person (children 13 and under free). Guided tours range from 1–3 hours to full day, including lunch/dinner options.

Ready to leave the resort boundary? Summit County's professional guide services lead backcountry ski and splitboard tours with AIARE-certified guides who handle avalanche assessment, terrain selection, and safety so you can focus on the powder. Tours range across the Tenmile Range, Gore Range, and Continental Divide, with options for every ability — plus avalanche-education courses.

Rocky Mountain Guides

Leading backcountry ski tours in Summit County since 1992, with daily departures from Breckenridge, Keystone, and Frisco. AIARE-certified guides, avalanche risk management, and permits across the Tenmile & Gore ranges and the Continental Divide.

📞 (970) 409-9555

Colorado Adventure Guides

Silverthorne-based guides scout the best snow and assess conditions while delivering safe, exhilarating backcountry tours in the Breckenridge, Copper, and Vail area, along with AIARE avalanche courses.

📞 (970) 893-8007

Colorado Backcountry Guide Service

Guided backcountry skiing and hut trips throughout the Colorado high country, with customizable tours for all skill levels.

📞 (970) 209-7594

Rocky Mountain Coaster Highlights

• 5,800 feet long — one of the longest alpine coasters in North America.
• Riders control their own speed up to about 25 mph.
• Runs through forested terrain with twists, turns, and multiple loops while offering views of the Tenmile Range.
• Open during both summer and winter seasons.

Summer 2026 Information

• Summer activities at Copper are scheduled to begin June 20, 2026.
• Individual coaster rides are listed at $30.
• A Summer Activity Day Pass includes one coaster ride plus other attractions such as scenic chairlifts, go-karts, bumper boats, and the WreckTangle obstacle course.

Rider Requirements

• Driver: 9+ years old and at least 52 inches tall.
• Passengers: 3–8 years old, at least 36 inches tall, and must ride with an older driver.
• Maximum combined cart weight: 300 lbs.

Nearby Summer Activities

Besides the coaster, Copper offers:

• Scenic chairlift rides
• Mountain biking
• Go-karts
• Zip line
• Bumper boats
• WreckTangle obstacle course
• Hiking and golf

For a family staying in West Village or Union Creek, the coaster is about a 5–10 minute walk or short shuttle ride to Center Village.

Summit County is one of Colorado's premier mountain biking destinations, offering hundreds of miles of trails for riders of all abilities. From family-friendly paths and scenic cross-country routes to lift-served downhill parks and challenging alpine singletrack, there's something for every type of rider.

Breckenridge

• Peaks Trail — One of Summit County's most popular rides; an approximately 8-mile route connecting Breckenridge and Frisco with spectacular mountain views, flowing singletrack, and a mix of technical and beginner-friendly terrain.
• Carter Park Switchbacks — A favorite among experienced riders with a demanding climb followed by a fast, exciting descent into downtown Breckenridge.
• Sawmill & Prospector Trails — Perfect for families and beginner to intermediate riders; scenic trails with gentler grades and beautiful forest scenery.

Frisco Peninsula & Bike Park

• Frisco Peninsula Trail System — An extensive cross-country network suitable for beginners through advanced riders; forested trails, lake views, and connections to other Summit County trail systems.
• Frisco Adventure Park Bike Park — Free public bike park with a pump track, slopestyle course, dirt jump area, and dual slalom course. Excellent for riders looking to improve skills in a controlled environment. 📞 (970) 668-2558

Keystone Resort

Keystone is renowned for its lift-served mountain biking, featuring some of Colorado's best downhill and freeride terrain — technical rock gardens, jumps, berms, and machine-built flow trails. Bike rentals, lessons, and lift tickets are available at the resort. Keystone Bike Park info → 📞 (970) 754-0005

Copper Mountain

Copper offers a more relaxed mountain biking experience with scenic trails through pine forests, meadows, and mountain streams. It also serves as a gateway to several high-alpine adventures, including sections of the famous Colorado Trail. Copper Mountain biking info → 📞 (866) 841-2481

Helpful Resources

Before heading out, check trail conditions, closures, and difficulty ratings. Summit County's trail network includes both dirt singletrack and paved recreation paths connecting many of the area's towns and resorts.

Copper Mountain — Copper Creek

Pete and Perry Dye design with a 3.5-star Golf Digest rating. Front nine winds through alpine terrain with lakes and streams; back nine cuts through forest with historic mining town remains. A beautiful mix of links and mountain-style holes. The highest championship golf course in the United States.

📞 (970) 489-1777

Breckenridge Golf Club

27-hole Jack Nicklaus design opened in 1985, with the Elk nine added in 2001. Clubhouse elevation: 9,324 feet. Four sets of tees — from Nicklaus Tees (Elk/Beaver), plays 7,145 yards with a 73.5 rating and 151 slope. Golf Digest 4-Star Award Winner and Zagat rated. Summer temperatures typically 65–80°F.

📞 (970) 453-9104

Keystone — Keystone Ranch

Robert Trent Jones Jr. design; Par 72, 5,582–7,090 yards. Scottish links-style front nine; traditional mountain valley back nine through lodgepole pines and sage meadows with a nine-acre lake. Clubhouse with locker rooms, golf shop, and restaurant with back-nine views.

The Keystone Ranch Restaurant is the original 1930s ranch homestead — AAA Four Diamond rated, Wine Spectator DiRoNA winner, and Zagat Survey recognized as one of Colorado's best restaurants. Six-course dinner or four-course dinner for two at $99.

📞 (970) 496-4250

Keystone — The River Course

Hurdzan-Fry design; Par 71, 4,762–6,886 yards. Par-35 front nine follows the Snake River; par-36 back nine winds through lodgepole pine forest. The 16th hole features a dramatic 194-foot elevation drop and the 18th finishes with 12 bunkers and panoramic Lake Dillon views.

📞 (970) 496-4444

Silverthorne — Raven Golf Club

Rated the #1 golf course in Colorado, located in the Gore Mountain Range through Colorado pines, aspens, and crystal-clear creeks and trout-filled lakes.

📞 (970) 262-3636

Colorado is home to some of the best whitewater rafting in North America, offering everything from scenic family-friendly floats to adrenaline-filled Class V rapids. Whether you're a first-time rafter or an experienced paddler, you'll find an unforgettable adventure on one of the state's many rivers.

Arkansas River

One of Colorado's most famous rafting destinations near Buena Vista, Salida, and Cañon City.

• Browns Canyon (Class III–IV) — Family and beginner-friendly; beautiful canyon scenery; half-day and full-day trips available
• Royal Gorge (Class IV–V) — Advanced rapids and thrilling drops; spectacular canyon walls towering 1,100 feet overhead
• The Numbers (Class IV–V) — Technical rapids for experienced rafters; fast-paced and highly challenging

Colorado River

• Upper Colorado (Class II–III) — Ideal for beginners and families; calm stretches mixed with exciting rapids; beautiful canyon scenery near Kremmling
• Gore Canyon (Class V) — Expert-only whitewater; one of Colorado's most challenging rafting runs

Blue River

Located just minutes from Breckenridge and Summit County, the Blue River offers convenient rafting close to many vacation rentals.

• Class III rapids with scenic Gore Range views
• Excellent option for beginners and intermediate rafters
• Popular half-day excursions

Clear Creek

• Beginner Sections (Class II–III) — Great introduction to whitewater rafting; less than an hour from Denver
• Advanced Sections (Class IV–V) — Steep, continuous rapids popular with thrill-seekers

Animas River

• Lower Animas (Class II–III) — Family-friendly rafting with convenient access from downtown Durango
• Upper Animas (Class IV–V) — Remote wilderness rafting; advanced skill level required

Multi-Day Adventures

For guests seeking a true wilderness experience, Colorado also offers multi-day expeditions on the Yampa, Dolores, San Juan, and Piedra Rivers — featuring riverside camping, wildlife viewing, and remote canyon landscapes.

Planning Your Trip

• Peak rafting season: late May through early September
• June typically offers the highest water levels due to spring snowmelt
• Most outfitters provide life jackets, helmets, wetsuits, and safety equipment
• Bring quick-dry clothing, sunscreen, and sunglasses with a retainer strap

Recommended Outfitters

• AVA Rafting & Zipline — Breckenridge-based; trips on the Blue, Arkansas, Colorado & Clear Creek rivers (since 1998).
• Performance Tours Rafting — Colorado's most experienced outfitter (since 1986) with Breckenridge & Frisco offices; the closest whitewater to Summit County on the Blue River.
• KODI Rafting — Family-owned since 1986 with a Frisco outpost; Blue, Arkansas, Colorado & Clear Creek trips.
• Breckenridge Whitewater Rafting — Rafting and zipline tours based in Breckenridge.
• Colorado Adventure Center — Breckenridge rafting trips and adventure packages.
• Royal Gorge Rafting — Arkansas River specialists, including the famous Royal Gorge.

Our team can help match you with the best trip based on your group's age, skill level, and desired adventure.

Summit County is a hiker's paradise, offering hundreds of miles of trails that range from easy lakeside strolls to challenging alpine adventures. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly nature walk, a scenic mountain lake, or a high-elevation summit, you'll find trails suited to every ability level.

Popular Hiking Trails

• Moderate Mayflower Lake & Lower Continental Falls — 5.1 miles round trip. Follows Spruce Creek through historic mining ruins to a beautiful alpine lake and waterfall. Wildflowers and excellent photo opportunities.
• Easy Lily Pad Trail — 3.4 miles round trip; Eagles Nest Wilderness. Winds through pine forests to a peaceful lake beneath Buffalo Mountain. Great for families and beginner hikers.
• Moderate Shrine Mountain via Shrine Ridge Trail — 4.2 miles round trip; White River National Forest. Stunning mountain vistas, wildflower meadows, and forested landscapes. Especially beautiful in summer and fall.
• Easy Lake Dillon Loop — 0.6 miles. Outstanding views of Lake Dillon and surrounding peaks. Dog-friendly. Perfect for families and casual walkers.
• Moderate Meadow Creek Trail — 3–4 miles; Frisco area. Gradual climb through aspen groves and pine forests to scenic alpine meadows with connections to longer backcountry routes.
• Easy Aspen & Pine Forest Loops — ~1.5 miles; Frisco area. Gentle trails through dense forest with access to picturesque mountain lakes. Ideal for families with young children.
• Easy Dillon Reservoir Trails — ~1.7 miles. Lakeside trails with breathtaking views of Dillon Reservoir and surrounding peaks. Stunning during wildflower season and fall color.
• Advanced Lincoln and Bross — 7+ miles to twin 14,000 ft peaks
• Advanced Radical Hill Trail — 5–6 miles, 1,400 ft gain
• Advanced Mosquito Gulch — 6.6 miles, 1,500 ft gain

Summit County's Trail Network

Summit County maintains hundreds of miles of trails and more than 100 trailheads, including family-friendly walking paths, alpine lake hikes, historic mining routes, wilderness trails, and challenging high-elevation adventures — many within the White River National Forest.

Helpful Hiking Tips

• Check conditions before you go — Snow may remain on higher trails well into summer
• Arrive early — Popular trailheads fill quickly on weekends and holidays
• Prepare for mountain weather — Bring water, sunscreen, layers, and rain gear
• Practice Leave No Trace — Stay on designated trails and pack out all trash

Explore historic mining roads and high mountain passes by Jeep, ATV, or side-by-side. Choose a guided tour that shares the area's gold-rush history, or rent and ride well-marked trails on your own.

Outfitters

• High Country Tours — Guided and self-guided ATV & side-by-side rides around historic Camp Hale and Vail Pass (Silverthorne-based).
• Colorado Outdoor Fun — guided tours and unguided ATV/side-by-side rentals across the Summit County & Vail area.
• Fun for You Rentals — ATV and Jeep rentals to explore the backcountry around Frisco and Breckenridge.

Popular Trails

• Boreas Pass, Webster Pass & Georgia Pass — scenic high-country routes
• Peru Creek & Montezuma — historic mining district near Keystone
• Camp Hale & Vail Pass — WWII history and alpine meadows

Ride to the top for big mountain views — no hiking required. Three Summit County resorts make it easy to sightsee by gondola or scenic chairlift all summer long.

Breckenridge — BreckConnect Gondola

The free BreckConnect Gondola links downtown Breckenridge to the Peak 8 base and Epic Discovery, with sweeping views of the Tenmile Range along the way. No ticket required to ride.

Copper Mountain — American Eagle

Copper's American Eagle is a modern combination lift (6-person chairs and 8-person gondola cabins) out of Center Village. Scenic rides climb above the tree line for panoramic views — each way is roughly 15 minutes, and you can ride back down or hike. Operating hours depend on weather, so check the latest lift status before you go.

Keystone — River Run & Outpost Gondolas

Keystone is the only Summit County resort with two gondolas. The River Run Gondola carries sightseers from River Run Village (9,280 ft) to the top of Dercum Mountain (11,640 ft) in about 11 minutes, where you'll find dining at Summit House and access to hiking and biking trails. From there, the Outpost Gondola continues another ~8 minutes over to North Peak. Summer scenic rides typically run Wednesday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (last ride up at 4:30 p.m.); a ticket is required unless you have a reservation at a mountaintop restaurant such as Alpenglow Stube or Der Fondue Chessel.