Celebrate Valentine's Day in the Mountains: Top 10 Date Ideas

February in the mountains is a beautiful amalgamation of the thick of winter and the coming spring. Snow still blankets the ground while temperatures are heating up, making it an ideal time to take advantage of all the opportunities the snow brings. The abundance of winter adventure makes it easy to get creative with your Valentine's Day, coupling an outdoor adventure, day at the spa, or local experience with a decadent, cozy dinner out.  Whether you're looking for high adventure or a relaxing indulgence, the Winter Park area has it all and more. 

1. TAKE A HOT AIR BALLOON TOUR

There's something undeniably romantic about floating above the Fraser Valley with spectacular views of…

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Your Guide to the Town of Winter Park Real Estate Transfer Tax

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains with ideal proximity to Denver, Winter Park offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, small-town charm, and year-round opportunities to play outside. Minutes from world-class skiing at Winter Park Resort with out-the-door access to hiking, biking, and cross-country ski trails as well as shops, restaurants, and events on Winter Park's Main Street, homes in the Town of Winter Park are at the top of many prospective buyers' dream properties. And they're the most sought-after in the short-term rental market, meaning investment in Winter Park real estate has strong income potential.

If you're hoping to realize your dream of mountain living in…

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Mark Your Calendars for Grand Lake Skijoring: Rodeo Meets Ski Racing in this Epic Winter Event! 

Home to a ranching community that dates back to the mid 1800s as well as one of the top ski resorts in North America, Grand County is the epitome of mountain culture in the western U.S. What's a more natural way to celebrate our "wild west" roots and vibrant ski culture than combining the two in winter's wildest sport? Skiing meets (literal) horsepower in skijoring: part skiing, part rodeo, and all adrenaline. You might just have to see it to believe it, so mark your calendars for Grand Lake's (hopefully annual) skijoring competition March 8-9, 2025. 

WHAT IS SKIJORING? 

Skijoring gets its name from the Norwegian word skikjoring, meaning “ski…

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Embrace the Adventure with a Wealth of Midwinter Events this Snowy Season

Our winter wonderland is at its peak in the midwinter months! The snow and lower temps have settled in for the season, making it easy to take advantage of all the winter adventure available here in Grand County. Whether you're snowmobiling, exploring on cross-country skis, ice fishing, earning your turns, backcountry skiing, or taking advantage of downhill adventures at Winter Park Resort and Granby Ranch, opportunities to enjoy our majestic Rocky Mountains are abundant. Add in a calendar full of local events, and you have even more options for embracing winter in the mountains! 

THREE LAKES ICE FISHING CONTEST: JANUARY 24 - 26

The longest running ice-fishing contest in…

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Trailhead Lodges: the Epitome of Easy Mountain Living with a Prime Riverfront Location in the Heart of Downtown Winter Park 

Trailhead Lodges are in the ideal location for taking advantage of all Winter Park has to offer while having a cozy, convenient, and amenity-packed home base! Out-the-door trail access, across-the-street proximity to Rendezvous Event Center, and a community clubhouse with a year-round heated outdoor pool and hot tub, Trailhead is the perfect community for easy mountain living right in the heart of downtown Winter Park! 

LOCATION

Truly one of the best locations in town, Trailhead Lodges condos are steps away from downtown Winter Park's hub of activity: Hideaway Park + Rendezvous Event Center. Pack a picnic and walk…

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Tame Wellness Creatively Supports Mental Health and Addiction Recovery with Community Events, Resource Connection, and Individualized Services

Founded in 2021, Tame Wellness is a Fraser-based nonprofit committed to a clear vision: empower people with supportive community and sustainable tools to promote mental health and physical wellness.  They think outside-of-the-box when it comes to connecting with and caring for those with addiction and mental health issues. Their creative approach creates sober spaces that offer a safe setting for anyone who is recovering from addiction or wanting to cut back on drinking while still seeking out opportunities to socialize and enjoy our beautiful community.  

Operating out of the belief that the opposite of…

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Winter Park's Only Ski-In/Ski-Out Single-Family Home Development, Bridger's Cache Offers Private Mountain Luxury in an Unbeatable Location

If you're an outdoor enthusiast (especially when it comes to winter sports), living in a ski-in/ski-out community is a good as it gets. And the secret is out: Winter Park Resort has been voted one of North America's top ski resorts over and over, making on-the-mountain living even more desirable. While a handful of townhomes offer out-the-door skiing, Bridger's Cache is the only single-family home development with direct access to skiing and riding at Winter Park Resort.

Tucked in a stand of hundred-year firs overlooking Winter Park Resort's Village with sweeping views of the Continental Divide, the…

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Soak in Grand County's Winter Wonderland on a Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride

There's nothing like a horse-drawn sleigh ride complete with jingling bells to get you in the holiday spirit! It is a truly magical and festive experience - a unique way to take advantage of this winter wonderland we call home. Snuggle in under warm wool blankets as you tour through pristine alpine meadows and woodlands, drift through crisp pine-scented air, and soak in the beauty of the mountain scenery as snow blankets the ground. Most rides end with hot chocolate around the outdoor fire when you return to the stables, a quintessential way to  wrap up the winter fun. We love this family-friendly option for enjoying the snow at a different pace! 

And it isn't just a holiday…

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Celebrate the Holidays in the Mountains with Festive Local Events!

Blankets of snow, twinkling lights, smoke drifting out of chimneys, and turning lifts. It really doesn't get much more magical than experiencing the holidays in our little winter wonderland. The month of December brings a calendar full of events (many free and family-friendly) here in Grand County. From Winter Park to Grand Lake, you're sure to find an event to get you in the holiday spirit!  

WINTER PARK RESORT: WINTER WONDERLAND, REINDEER + HOLIDAY DRONE SHOWS

SATURDAYS, DECEMBER 14th and 21st: 11am - 5:30pm

Head to the Village at the base of Winter Park Resort for their Winter Wonderland event on December 14th, complete with hot cocoa, photos with Santa, cookie…

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Step into Adventure and Relaxation at This Base Camp One Retreat!

This Base Camp One condo features two spacious bedrooms is just steps from the base lodge at Granby Ranch. Enjoy easy access to mountain adventures with amenities like a ski locker, bike storage, fire pit, inviting gathering spaces, secure entry, and a heated garage. HOA perks include Granby Ranch Club privileges: family ski and bike passes, rounds of golf, Fraser River fly fishing access, and wellness amenities such as an outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness room. This condo combines comfort, convenience, and access to year-round mountain living.

 

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