Undoubtedly one of the more exclusive resorts, Vale has much to offer. The conditions here are perfect for skiing with one of the regions best snow records.
The skiing is suitable for all levels of ability with an excellent ski school, challenging intermediate slopes and the famous Back Bowls for the advanced skiers. The free bus at the resort links all non-ski attractions including shops and restaurants. Although this is an expensive resort, the quality of skiing and facilities makes it worthwhile.
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RESORT INFORMATION
Nearest
town: Vale
Resort Altitude (metres): 2500m
Ski Season: November to May
Mountain Range: Rockies
Number of Lifts: 33
Highest Lift (metres): 3527m
Lowest Lift (metres): 2475m
Number of Slopes: 193
Beginner
Slopes: 0.09
Intermediate Slopes: 0.31
Expert Slopes: 0.6
Snowboarding: Yes, there are two parks.
Cross Country (km): 15km.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Nearby Attractions: The Vail Village is the perfect place to spend an afternoon browsing the shops in this Bavarian style traffic free village. The Colorado Ski Museum and Ski hall of Fame house over 130 years of ski history with over 1500 artefacts, photographs, equipment and clothing; the museum is open everyday except Monday from 10am to 5pm.
If you are not a skier, the Eagle Bahn Gondola will allow you to still experience the beauty of the mountain; the address is 600 Lionshead Circle.
Aprés-Ski: The Brush Creek Saloon at 241 Broadway is excellent for breakfast, lunch or dinner serving American and Mexican specialties. For a quiet drink, pop into Mickey’s Piano Bar in the Lodge at Vail, and enjoy the intimate atmosphere and superb piano accompaniment.
The best-priced drinks in town are to be found at the Sundance Saloon on Lionshead Circle, happy hour is extremely popular here.