Holidays in winter park encompass a wide range of thrilling activities beyond skiing and snowboarding, from cross-country to snowmobiling, tubing, snowshoeing, and sleigh rides. Watch the sun rise from a hot air balloon ride, before picking up some speed on a snowmobile or snow tube.
Leisurely outdoor activities can give way to the fast-paced variety; everyone can find a way enjoy the wonders of Colorado ski holidays at Winter Park. Averaging the highest annual snowfall of any major Colorado resort, boasting over 30 feet every year, Winter Park Resort offers the right terrain for any skier across its five mountains. Skiing and snowboarding are the bread and butter of the resort, an essential component of the experience.
A holiday ski vacation wouldn't be complete without a jaunt through the snow in an old-fashioned Colorado sleigh ride. You can gather friends and family and dash through the snow, pulled by a team of horses. The serenity and gorgeous scenery are as captivating as our ski runs are exhilarating. Sombrero Stables is Colorado's premier horse outfitter, operating out of Snow Mountain Ranch.
For the speed enthusiast who prefers motorized thrills, snowmobiling offers the best way to get into the backcountry, accessing unparalleled views of the Colorado peaks. The variety of endless meadows flush with deep, fluffy powder, mile after mile of groomed trails, and open bowls above tree line makes snowmobiling here one of the top destinations for riders in the country. Winter Park and the Fraser Valley boast hundreds of miles of trails, and visitors can bring their own snowmobiles or rent one from a local business.
For a more peaceful, yet physically active experience, snowshoeing is continuing to grow as a popular sport. Reeling back to a sedate pace, it is the perfect way to discover the natural wonders of the winter backcountry. If your ideal winter sport doesn't involve crowds or mechanized equipment, you've come to the right place. During winter months, our extensive hiking and biking trail system becomes a snowshoeing utopia. You may rent state-of-the-art equipment or bring your own shoes to enjoy undulating miles of peaceful solitude in dazzling scenery.
Fun for the whole family, tubing has grown as a popular winter activity at the park, so much that we now boast two full tubing hills, right next to each other. Tubing is wild fun for any vacationer at nearly any age and skill level. The tubing hill is a groomed lighted hillside, smooth and slippery, sporting a Magic Carpet system, which you to ride with your tube back up to the top. From the peak, choose your terrain, from slow and relaxed to wildly fast, or aim for the bump to catch some air! Flying down the hill in a large inflated inner tube is guaranteed to plaster a grin on your face. Slide alone, in tandem, or in grouped clusters, where the camaraderie and speed are highest.
At StayWinterPark we are happy to help you plan your Colorado winter vacation. With a surprising variety, including private homes, condos, and townhomes in Winter Park, our rentals are ideal for family vacations or group gatherings. Choose the best location to reach your favorite activities, and get out there and enjoy everything Winter Park has to offer this holiday season!
