Where to Vacation in Colorado?

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  • Chain_Ring
    Chain_Ring Posts: 753 Member
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    Just stay away from Leadville.
  • DMZ_1
    DMZ_1 Posts: 2,889 Member
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    If you plan to ski/snowboard, don't stay in Denver & commute to the mountains.

    It depends on the budget. It seems like you said Breck is out of the budget.

    You could stay in Dillon, Frisco, or Silverthorne and ski Breck, Vail, or Copper Mountain. If you stay in those towns, Breck or Copper are much easier to get to. Also depends on your ski/snowboard level. Breck and Vail have some steep stuff. Breck has a good variety of terrain.

    I prefer the CO mountain towns in summer for the heat respite.
  • Newf77
    Newf77 Posts: 802 Member
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    People in Colorado (not biased) are more fit than other states with outdoor activities, based on research. I like to go on Trail Ridge Rd for a drive & hike taking lots of pretty pics. Denver & the western mountains are getting slammed with a lot of snow right now. Most of the ski areas are pretty close to each other, whether it be Dillion area, Breckinridge, Loveland Pass, etc. Make sure you bring lots of warm clothing, but the dry air is a lot warmer than other places with higher humidity. If the sun is out, you definitely need to bring sunscreen. It will feel a lot warmer than other places in the country, being so much closer to the sun. Enjoy your stay!! :)

    Trail Ridge Road is closed for the season, agree that it is a beautiful place to hike and take pictures.

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