Dine

New Farm-to-Table Trattoria in Avon Has Fine-Dining Flair

Fattoria, from the culinary team behind Northside Kitchen and other Vail Valley favorites, bring authentic flavors of Italy and the mountains.

12/03/2021 By Amanda M. Faison

Feature

How Long Will Edwards Have to Wait for Affordable Housing?

An innovative idea comes up against zoning and fears of development despite a debilitating housing crunch in the Vail Valley.

12/03/2021 By Devon O'Neil

Best of Kin

Best Places to Ski Off-Piste at Vail and Beaver Creek

These backcountry chutes and plunges near Vail and Beaver Creek are not for the faint of heart or the unprepared.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

Best of Kin

Best Beginner Bowls at Vail and Beaver Creek

When you want powder and varied terrain, point your skis toward these pockets of Vail and Beaver Creek.

12/03/2021 By Whitney Skylar

Village Talk

Local Vail Moguls Champs Are Hometown Besties, Too

The 2022 Winter Olympics hopefuls and friends got their starts at Ski & Snowboard Club Vail and have risen together. Plus: other local Beijing hopefuls.

12/03/2021 By Devon O'Neil

Village Talk

Inside SSCV's Clubhouse, the World's Best Ski Techs Work

At Ski & Snowboard Club Vail, ski techs pull long winter nights tuning the skis of local pros, in part with the Ferrari of tuning machines.

12/03/2021 By Devon O'Neil

Village Talk

Vail's New E-Vehicle Service Takes Big Rigs off the Streets

The pilot program to deliver supplies to local businesses helps clear the roads—and the air—in pedestrian-focused Vail Village.

12/03/2021 By Devon O'Neil and Kyle Zinkula

Geared for Adventure

Mountain Biking at Minturn Bike Park

Learn the ropes and catch some air at Minturn Bike Park, a growing mountain biking facility in the Vail Valley.

06/25/2021 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Geared for Adventure

Mountain Biking at West Avon Preserve

Explore the singletrack on this municipal mountain biking network in the Vail Valley, which offers trails for all types.

06/24/2021 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Geared for Adventure

Mountain Biking in West Vail

Find the best in classic singletrack in the Vail Valley's White River National Forest.

06/24/2021 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Geared for Adventure

Mountain Biking on Vail Mountain

These bike trails for all skill levels offer the best of singletrack on Vail Mountain, whether cross-country, uphill, or lift-served downhill screamers.

06/24/2021 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Person of Interest

Emotional Rescue for a Vail Mountain Rescue Group Veteran

Scott Sutton, a Vail Mountain Rescue Group veteran, raises funds on a mental health awareness hike to benefit himself and other first responders.

06/24/2021 By Devon O'Neil

Vail's Back Bowls

Everything You Need to Know About the Back Bowls

A comprehensive look at the best ways to ski or ride Vail Mountain's beloved Back Bowls, a unique alpine sports playground.

12/15/2020 By Bevin Wallace

Person of Interest

Mike Duffy's Mission Is to Save Lives

The snowmobile safety instructor teaches thousands of riders each year how to avoid avalanches.

12/15/2020 By as told to Devon O’Neil Photography by Scott Bellow

Parting Shot

Rainbow Warrior

Sometimes you need to get more than your feet wet to capture the magic of a moment.

07/02/2020 Photography by Scott Bellow

Outdoors

A Powder-Hound's Guide to Vail and Beaver Creek Mountains

When the snowstakes at Vail and Beaver Creek both scream "Powder Day!" you'll need a game plan to get the goods. Follow our guide to 15+ stashes at the valley's signature resorts, as tested by local semi-pro athletes.

02/07/2020 By Kirsten Dobroth Photography by Scott Bellow