Colorado

Beaver Creek

First-class skiing

Why do we love Beaver Creek so much? You asked, so here it is! First-class skiing, breathtaking views, perfect combination of modern resort and alpine village, a great collection of shops and restaurants, and at the center of it all, an outdoor ice rink. A family favorite is the famous 3pm Cookie Time where guests are treated to a freshly baked chocolate chip delight – Beaver Creek is hands down our favorite ski resort and one we continue to come back to year after year!

The kids learned to ski at 3 years of age just outside of the Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch; Beaver Creek has phenomenal ski instructors and you honestly can’t go wrong! We have a favorite private instructor and I’m happy to pass along his information if requested! He has taken the kids from intermediate to advanced with confidence and skills that will last a lifetime. He is top notch A++

Favorite Lodging

Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch

Centennial Residences – ski-in, ski-out property in the center of the village

Transportation

Denver is the closest major airport (108 miles). Car rental or shuttle services are available. The drive is fairly simple if the weather is clear, if you are driving during a winter storm then there is a big chance Vail Pass will close and you will have to wait hours-days for the roads to be cleared. Bottom line, keep a close eye on the weather and be prepared. Eagle County Regional Airport is minutes away from Vail and Beaver Creek. Obviously much closer, but please note that if there is a winter storms it is very likely the plane will be unable to land in Eagle and you will be rerouted to Denver, need to rent a car and then drive. This has happened to us on more than one occasions so I prefer the Denver and car rental route! Always best to rent a 4WD drive otherwise you may be slipping and sliding in the snow and ice.

Activities we love

Snowmobile through Vail Valley
Take a Sleigh to Dinner
Dog Sledding
Treat yourself with a Spa Afternoon
Have a drink at Daniel’s Grill-Fireside Bar at the Ritz-Carlton – Aprés Ski
Ski “Birds of Prey” the Olympic downhill run at Beaver Creek
Adventure Ridge – snow tubing, alpine coaster, ski biking and more
Beaver Creek Ice Rink
Gourmet dining at 10,000 feet
- Game Creek Restaurant on Vail Mountain
- Beano’s Cabin at Beaver Creek
- Anderson’s Cabin just above Ritz Carlton
- The fun part is getting there with a gondola, wagon or horseback ride!!
McCoy Park – ideal for snowshoeing, cross country skiing and family photos!
Wildridge – coolest valley views in Colorado
Eagle Bahn Gondola in Vail – gorgeous scenic views
Colorado Ski Museum in Vail
Closest Ski Areas: Vail Ski Resort (10 mi) and Cooper Mountain Ski Resort (29 mi)