Beaver Creek Resort
Beaver Creek
A premium ski resort about 16 kilometres west of Vail, with a refined base village reached by outdoor escalators, the Birds of Prey World Cup course and afternoon cookies.
Beaver Creek opened in 1980 and is part of Vail Resorts, so it accepts the Epic Pass. It is known for its refined service. At the base village, outdoor escalators link the parking area to the slopes, and every afternoon at 3 pm free hot chocolate and cookies are handed out at the base. The resort has about 2,000 skiable acres connected with neighbouring Arrowhead and Bachelor Gulch. The Birds of Prey course hosts the men's downhill World Cup, usually in early December. The slopes are typically less crowded than Vail, which makes it good for families. In summer, you can ride the gondola to hike or bike. It is about a 20-minute drive from Vail, and regional buses also run.
Opening hours
Winter about 08:30–16:00
Nearby sights
- Minturn
- Eagle's Nest & Eagle Bahn Gondola
- Lionshead Village
- Vail Village
- Vail Mountain
- Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame
- Piney Lake
- Betty Ford Alpine Gardens