Gondola Rides
Although Vail and Beaver Creek's gondola and chairlifts are mainly used during the winter months to shuttle skiers and snowboarders to high-elevation powder stashes, the lift service is also a fun and exciting way to see the area and terrain during the summer.
Local Listings:
- The Vail gondola is a fun way to see this incredible Rocky Mountain area in the summer
- The ride is open daily from June 24 to September 6
- Adult lift tickets $22, seniors $15, kids under 12 free
- At the top you have a wide array of activities to enjoy
Overview
Although the Vail gondola is mainly used during the winter months to shuttle skiers and snowboarders to high-elevation powder stashes, the lift service is also a fun and exciting way to see the area and terrain during the summer. And what better way to spend a beautiful summer day than enjoying Vail gondola rides to the upper regions of the resort.
Location/Directions
The Vail, Colorado gondola is located on Lionshead Circle in Vail, in the heart of the pedestrian neighborhood. The activities desk phone number is 970-476-9090.
Hours/Seasons
Vail’s Eagle Bahn Gondola is open for the summer and winter seasons, but summer is the time to go for sightseeing in the warmer months.
- June 3rd to 19th, September 9th to 18th: Weekends Only 10am to 4pm
- June 23rd to September 5th: Daily from 10am to 6pm (open until 9m from Thursday to Saturday)
Cost
The cost to ride is $22 for adults, $15 for seniors (65 years and older). Kids under 12 are free.
More Info
Riding the Vail gondola in the summer is an entertaining way to see a unique view of Vail Valley, and you’re surrounded by the New York, Gore and Sawatch Mountains.
Once at the top you can take a short hike, enjoy lunch and snap a few photos of the breathtaking scenery. All in all, having the opportunity to access the environment of the higher elevations and experience the flora and fauna that exists without having to spend numerous hours physically climbing to the top is a treat that should be taken advantage of when you are in the area.
After enjoying the many splendors at the top, you can either climb back into the gondola for the ride back down or hike back to the base on marked trails.
