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Summer Dining “Bests” in Vail
Vail’s food and drink scene is a tour de force, and exploring it could be considered an Olympic event. There are certainly a plethora of options to choose from, but these are some of our standby “bests” that’ll leave you with a full stomach and a smile every time.
Read More»Can’t-Miss Shopping Experiences in Vail
Vail is just as revered for its world-class shopping as it is for its beautiful mountain views and year-round outdoor adventures. Come summertime, blue skies and warmer temperatures breathe new life into Vail’s already vibrant shopping scene, as do the many festivals throughout the summer.
Read More»Thrill. Explore. Discover. The Ultimate Summer Playground Debuts at Vail.
Summer in the mountains is taking on a whole new feel as Epic Discovery debuts at Vail Mountain this year. Immerse yourself in nature, challenge yourself with thrilling activities like the Forest Flyer, Game Creek Aerial Adventure, ziplines and adventure courses. But that is only half the fun. Explore our natural playground, stand where founders Pete Seibert and Earl Eaton did, and learn about local flora and fauna with Epic Discovery’s learn through play elements.
Read More»Vail Fall Trail Update

Vail Epic Discovery Update
Testing the zip lines of Vail’s new Game Creek canopy tour, set to debut as a part of Epic Discovery in summer 2016. Photo: Andrew Taylor
Who else wants that guy’s job? Yesterday testing was conducted on the zip lines of Vail’s new Game Creek canopy tour, slated to open for summer 2016 as a part of the resort’s new summer mountain experience, Epic Discovery.
Read More»2015 Summer in vail recap
Well that was fun! With the nighttime temperatures dropping, aspen leaves turning and the first snowfall on the horizon, let’s take a moment to look back on what an incredible summer we just had.
Read More»Hiking and biking trail closures this week in Vail due to helicopter work on Avanti Express Lift (#2)
UPDATED JULY 30: Gondola One and the Eagle Bahn Gondola will open on time at 9:30am and all hiking and biking trails on Vail Mountain (excluding Ridge Route and Radio Flyer) are now open.
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