Vail Mountain Resort in Winter

Unarguably Vail is the largest and most equip mountain resort in North America offering more winter activities and services than any of its competitors. Visitors head to Vail not only for its world class skiing but also for so much more. Winter enthusiasts may enjoy endless opportunities to outside and experience everything from riding gondolas and halfpipes to snowcats at twilight. Whether your idea of activity entails spa treatments and shopping or snowshoeing and ice-skating, Vail is the place.

Vail's mission is to anticipate their guests every need. Therefore, no amenity or activity is overlooked. If you are interested in walking around the Vail Village there are endless colorful boutiques, cafes and restaurants off the main square. Indeed, there are a number of cultural attractions and festivals held throughout the winter including the World Cup.
For more high adrenaline activities, Vail's three skiing sections including the front side, back bowls and Blue Sky Basin all answer the needs of any level skier. The resort overflows with outfitters offering everything from backcountry tours via snowcap or your own skis. Several backcountry yurts provide warmth, safety and great fun while seeing and skiing the Rocky Mountains. Vail also has a cross country and Nordic ski center which gets guests outfitted and informed about Vail Valley's many trails. Snowmobiling in Vail can be done day or night. Children especially will enjoy snow inner-tubing. For more relaxed outdoor activities, check out the local wildlife or opt for some winter fly-fishing. Vail records the most slopeside visitors of any ski resort in the United States. Weather you choose to spend time pampering yourself in their posh lodges or pushing the limits on and around the mountain, Vail's activities never fail to please.