Father and daughter skiing at Vail
Father and daughter enjoy skiing together at Vail. Vail boasts three distinct areas of the mountain, each with their own features and fortes, including three terrain parks, seven bowls and 5,289 acres of freeride terrain.At seven miles wide, finding fresh tracks is as easy as finding elbow room. In fact, on an average day, there are only two skiers per acre, and on a busy day, only four!
Photo Courtesy of Chris McLennen
Post-storm powder day at Vail
Skiing deep powder after a storm at Vail. Vail is the largest single ski resort on the continent with an incredible 5,289 acres. It averages 350 inches of snow annually and boasts 3,017 acres of open bowl skiing.
Photo Courtesy of Chris McLennen
Big air on Vail Mountain
Big air on Vail Mountain with Mt. of the Holy Cross in the background.Change it up, that’s the word in the parks. And Vail’s 3 terrain parks are fresh every year. Graduate from Flight School and Aviator to Fly Zone, from box top rails and short steel rails to 30', 40' and 50' step down jumps. It’s a big mountain, ride it.
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3 Terrain Parks
Located in Golden Peak under the Riva Bahn (Chair 6), accessed from the half way point on Chair 6. A 450' Superpipe, kink and straight rails, boxes (C box), snow features, a 24' disco box, battleship, Water tank jib, hip jump and our new signature wall ride! The big jumps are open with a 30', 40' and 50' step down jumps. Also, come check out the new superdome and log jobs.
Bwana and Pride Terrain Parks are a learning park with small to medium features where riders and skiers can practice on low box top rail features, which gradually become more challenging. The 2 small step down jumps are fun for everyone from beginner to experienced riders and skiers looking to practice spins.
Photo Courtesy of Chad Schmidt
Game Creek Restaurant
Game Creek Restaurant exterior in winter. Renowned for our fabulous view, Game Creek features a fusion of an American-French style of cooking with regional and seasonal ingredients. The result is a spectacular menu of contemporary dishes you won't soon forget, complemented by an extensive wine list and superior service. More than simply a restaurant high above Vail, Game Creek has emerged as a true culinary destination. Come dine where the scenery is surpassed only by the cuisine.
Photo Courtesy of Kimberly Gavin
Friends at Vail's Mountain Plaza
Friends taking a break at Vail's Mountain Plaza. Vail offers 100's of shops from boutique's to ski shops. Find the perfect cowboy boots or ski boots, jewelry and cocktail dresses, apparel and art; anything and everything make Vail a shopping destination. With unique stores you will find gifts and items you can't live without that are offered nowhere else. For more information visit www.vail.com
Photo Courtesy of Jack Affleck
Twilight at Vail Square
Twilight ice skating at Vail Square, surrounded by the Arrabelle. Vail is an extraordinary winter vacation destination. It started from sheep grazing land so it was a blank canvas, patterned after the European town of Zermatt. Cozy, without cars, the awesome mountain deployed in front as you walk leisurely down the quaint cobble stone streets.
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Food for All
From the gourmet haunts of the village to the BBQ pits at Belle’s Camp beyond the bowls, it’s soup to nuts. Whatever your age, or schedule, or taste, Vail has a dining option for you. And wherever you see the Appetite for Life sign, it’s the Vail Resorts promise of best food practices.
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Shop 'Til You Drop
Vail offers 100's of shops from boutique's to ski shops. Find the perfect cowboy boots or ski boots, jewelry and cocktail dresses, apparel and art; anything and everything make Vail a shopping destination. With unique stores you will find gifts and items you can't live without that are offered nowhere else.
Photo Courtesy of Jack Affleck
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