Beaver Creek is a large ski resort operated by same the owners of Vail and several other ski resorts. There’s great skiing and that’s only part of a stay here. Beaver Creek has everything you would expect from an upscale ski resort. Fine dining, boutiques and lots of activities. There are 3 separate villages as well as two small towns nearby. There is lodging and free shuttles in all the villages. The towns of Avon and Edwards have some economical lodging options and their own restaurants and shops. Beaver Creek is a popular chose for those wanting a resort with all the amenities.
| Location | Beaver Creek is located in central Colorado near the town of Avon. It is 109 miles from Denver. |
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| Airports | Vail/Eagle Airport- 28 miles Denver International Airport- 132 miles |
| Season Length | November to April (typical length, depending on weather) |
| Hours | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm |
Mountain Info
| Acres | 1815 |
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| Base Elevation | 8100 ft |
| Summit Elevation | 11,440 ft |
| Vertical Rise | 3340 ft |
| Avg. Annual Snowfall | 325 in |
| Lessons | Yes |
| Rentals | Yes |
| Terrain Park | Yes – 3 |
| Snowcat Skiing | No |
| Cross Country Skiing | Yes |
| Night Skiing | No |
| Trails | 149 |
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| Longest Run | 2.75 Miles |
| Terrain | Beginner Terrain 19% Intermediate Terrain 43% Advanced/Expert Terrain 38% |
| Lifts | Number of Lifts 25 Gondolas 2 High-Speed Quads 11 Triple Chair 2 Double Chair 2 |
| Amenities | Full scale resort amenities |
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| Trail Map Link | Beaver Creek Trail Map |
| Ski Town | There is a ski village atmosphere. There are three villages and two small towns close by. |
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| Summer | Beaver Creek is also a full summer resort. There’s hiking nearby, biking on the mountain, 3 golf courses in the area and festivals and events throughout the summer. There are many other nearby activities to enjoy. |