Sweet Mountain Summer: Top 10 Ways to Take Advantage of Warmer Weather + Longer Days in Grand County

We're sure you've heard it before - when it comes to Grand County, people "come for the winter and stay for the summer." There's no question that Winter Park is known for its deep powder, epic resort & backcountry skiing, and wealth of winter fun, but the secret is out: summer in the mountains is about as good as it gets. Ideal temperatures, opportunities for adventure in every direction, and fun, free events all summer long make the short but oh-so-sweet season yet another reason we love calling this place home. 

And if you're looking to get the most out of your summer in the mountains, be sure to check out these top 10 summer activities in…

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Mountain and River Views, Backs to Open Space, + Optional ADU

 

If you’re looking for the mountain lifestyle, stunning views of Winter Park Resort and Byers Peak, and convenient location, and no HOA, look no further, this stunning mountain home checks all of the boxes! Offering curb appeal with wood siding, metal accents, new composite deck, paved driveway, and oversized 1 car garage. The lot not only backs up to open space, but also has room for an additional garage.

This spacious 4 bed, 5 bath. Fraser home offers 3 stories of renovated living space with countless upgrades including new doors and windows, roof, boiler, bathrooms, kitchen, flooring, interior/exterior paint and more (see documents for details). The main level features a…

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Kick off Summer with June Events in Grand County

Sunshine, longer days, dry trails, and green leaves - it's starting to feel like summer here in Grand County! In addition to the endless opportunities to play outside hiking, biking, fishing, boating, rafting, camping, golfing and enjoying the sheer beauty of our slice of the Rocky Mountains, our community has pulled out all the stops to bring you concerts, festivals, races, and more throughout the summer season. We've put together June's line up of local events to keep you in the know as you kick off your summer mountain-style! 

GRANBY RODEO

Saturday, June 1

Rodeo season is here! The longest running rodeo series in the county, Granby Rodeo hosts its first of many family-friendly events at…

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Grand County Rural Health Network Advocates for and Supports Community-Wide Healthcare Access

The slower pace of life, endless opportunities for outdoor adventure, views for days, and minimal traffic are just a few of the many perks of mountain living. And here in Grand County we enjoy the benefits of our close proximity to Denver, making it easy to take advantage of all the Front Range has to offer while still returning to our mountain haven. Even with all its beauty, some might equate rural living with minimal resources to care for the community. Thanks to a strong and dedicated network of nonprofits, we can say with confidence that is not the case here in Grand County. 

Grand County Rural Health Network (GCRHN) is one of our many local nonprofits…

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Hit the Trails this Spring: Where to Ride Early-Season

As skiing winds down for the season and our winter's worth of snow continues to melt, we start to hang up our skis and tune up our bikes to hit the trails this summer. We can always take a spring bike trip to Fruita or Moab to get some pedaling in before peak season here in Grand County, but there are also some sweet spots for spring riding right in our backyard! The Phases in Tabernash and Granby Ranch's cross-country trails are some of the first trails to melt and dry out each spring. 

THE PHASES

This south-facing network of trails minutes off Highway 40 in Tabernash has been a long-time local favorite for spring riding. The sun exposure the area gets allows the Phases be the first…

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Pole Creek Valley Offers Sweeping Views, Diverse Property Types, and Community Open Space in a Central and Easily-Accessed Location

Nestled in the valley along Pole Creek and Creeked Creek with ample open space and sweeping views of Winter Park Resort, Byers Beak, and the Continental Divide, Pole Creek Valley sits just outside of Tabernash - in the heart of it all but away from it all. Minutes from Fraser and a quick ten-minute drive to Granby, the Pole Creek Valley subdivision is centrally located, making it easy to take advantage of all the adventures Grand County has to offer.

The cozy and desirable neighborhood offers homebuyers a multitude of property types: single-family homes, townhomes, duplexes, and apartments all line the paved roads.…

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 Private Setting - Spacious Living - Plenty of Storage

 

This cozy yet spacious 1 bedroom condo at Sun Song in Fraser is nicely updated and includes many amenities! The open floor plan's comfortable size provides living room seating around a wood burning fireplace, a desk/work space, large dining table and bar seating in the kitchen. Enjoy the deck off the living room which backs to open space for privacy. A full bath for guests, ample storage closets, plus washer/dryer hook up are accessible from the entry hall. The primary bedroom and ensuite bath with jetted tub complete the living space. Oversized exterior storage closet can fit bikes, skis, and all of your gear. Sun Song amenities include tennis/pickle ball courts, hot tubs, paved parking…

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