Car-Free, Carefree

Beaver Creek

From the BC Hiking Center to spa treatments.

06/06/2023 By Devon O'Neil

Car-Free, Carefree

Edwards, Wolcott, and Vail Valley

Hiking, dining, glamping, and more.

06/06/2023 By Devon O'Neil

Car-Free, Carefree

Avon

Walking Mountains nature walks and more!

06/06/2023 By Devon O'Neil

Car-Free, Carefree

Vail

Mountain rambles, nature walks, and bar crawls

06/06/2023 By Devon O'Neil

Village Talk

8 Great Reduced-Impact Waterfall Hikes

These eight great mountain hikes will take you to stunning waterfalls in and around Vail while helping preserve the valley’s most-traveled trails.

06/24/2021 By Ted Katauskas

Hiking

Overcrowding on Colorado's Most-Popular Fourteener

What’s to be done about the perennial mob of peak-baggers overwhelming Quandary Mountain, and the state's other iconic summits?

07/14/2020 By Devon O'Neil Photography by Ryan Dearth

Happy Hour

Hotel Talisa Introduces a Fido Friendly Happy Hour

Hotel Talisa breaks out the biscuits for a creekside Yappy Hour that's pup-approved.

06/18/2019 By Kirsten Dobroth

Outdoors

12 Heavenly Hikes in the Holy Cross Wilderness

From mutli-day out and backs to picturesque alpine loops—everything you need to know about a dozen of Eagle County's best backcountry hikes.

06/07/2019 By Devon O'Neil Photography by Zach Mahone

Outdoors

How Not to Become a Statistic on Holy Cross

Mysteries, tragedies and near-misses, plus 6 backcountry safety tips for summiting the county's lone 14er.

06/07/2019 By Devon O'Neil

Outdoors

How to Summit Eagle County's Lone 14er

Everything you need to know about hiking Mount of the Holy Cross.

06/07/2019 By Devon O'Neil

Outdoors

This Summer's Must-Do: Hiking the Holy Cross Wilderness

There’s a lot more to explore in the Holy Cross Wilderness than its namesake pinnacle: 164 miles of gloriously lonely trails, and two-dozen thirteeners where you’ll find tranquility—and may not even see another soul.

06/07/2019 By Devon O'Neil Photography by Zach Mahone

Hiking

Trail of the Week: Meadow Mountain

A laid-back classic that meanders through wide-open meadows with plenty of gorgeous backdrops.

06/06/2018 By Kathryn Norris

Hiking

Trail of the Week: Lost Lake Trail

On a quest for mountain views, foliage, and lakeside serenity? Skip Piney, and hike to its lesser-known neighbor.

09/05/2017 By Kirsten Dobroth

Hiking

Trail of the Week: The Davos Trail

A West Vail favorite, regardless of season.

08/16/2017 By Kirsten Dobroth

Hiking

Trail of the Week: Mount of the Holy Cross

Everything you need to know to tackle (and conquer!) the valley's token 14er.

08/09/2017 By Kirsten Dobroth

Outdoors

Before You Hit the Trails, Play it Safe

Hiking in the mountains requires a few extra considerations. Before setting out, especially on the valley’s most challenging trails, take these factors into account.

10/10/2016 By Cindy Hirschfeld Photography by Zach Mahone

Outdoors

Purpose Driven

Trails for those who like a mission when they go hiking.

10/10/2016 By Cindy Hirschfeld Photography by Zach Mahone

Outdoors

The Vail Valley's On Mountain Escapes

Vail and Beaver Creek aren’t just for skiing — it’s time to break out the hiking boots and hit the best resort trails.

10/10/2016 By Cindy Hirschfeld Photography by Zach Mahone

Outdoors

Seven Hikes to Satisfy Your Labor Day Weekend Hiking Needs

Three different kinds of treks to check off before the summer (officially) comes to an end.

10/10/2016 By Cindy Hirschfeld Photography by Zach Mahone Edited by Kirsten Dobroth

Outdoors

From City Boy to Nature Boy

A newcomer to the Vail Valley went on his very first hike (really!) and he has a lot to say.

10/04/2016 By Abner Pizano