Fraser's "The Drop" Offers Convenient, Year-Round Pay-As-You-Throw Trash + Free Recycling  

Whether you call Grand County home year-round or part-time, The Drop just might be the solution for your trash and recycling needs here in the Fraser Valley. The Fraser Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) program incentivizes recycling while also giving homeowners and visitors flexibility with waste disposal. We call that a win-win! If weekly trash pick up services through companies like Ranch Creek Waste, The Trash Company, and Waste Management aren't ideal for your situation, The Drop offers this welcome alternative. And by offering free single-stream recycling, they reduce quantities of trash going to the landfill AND save you money - the less you throw away and the…

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Fraser Valley Arts Builds + Promotes Opportunities to Celebrate and Experience Creativity Throughout the County

The Fraser Valley is full of artists and craftspeople that bring life, energy, and creativity to our little slice of the Rocky Mountains. You've likely noticed the murals and sculptures around town, featuring the talent of locals who love this place and love to create. Our thriving community of artists and artisans is supported in part by Fraser Valley Arts, a nonprofit dedicated to building, promoting, and sustaining creative endeavors across the Fraser Valley. 

We are so grateful to have a local nonprofit that works to provide cultural and educational infrastructure for "everything arts." Partnering with state and local governments,…

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Top 10 Winter Activities in Grand County

We know you're well aware of the gift that the Winter Park area is in the midst of the snowy season, but there's a chance you might've missed a few of the wealth of options at your fingertips in this winter wonderland. Whether you're visiting for vacation, have a second home, or live here year-round, we have no doubt you'll find a winter activity (or several) that you love. Check out our "Top 10" list of winter activities here in Grand County's Rocky Mountains!

1. Downhill Skiing + Riding

Of course downhill skiing and riding tops the list! From Hot Sulphur Springs to Winter Park, Grand County has a rich history as a pioneer in skiing the Rocky Mountains. And it's now home to two resorts.

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Completely Remodeled For Maximum Comfort! 

Indulge in après-ski comfort in this immaculate 1-bedroom end-unit condo at Meadow Ridge. Meticulously renovated for optimal space and functionality, this condo boasts an upgraded kitchen, bathroom, windows/doors, flooring, countertops, appliances, lighting, trim, fresh paint, and meticulous attention to details like outlets and light switches. Relish unobstructed views from the walk-out patio, store gear in the spacious walk-in closet, and enjoy the convenience of an in-unit washer/dryer. Situated on the free bus route, this condo has it all! Moreover, access Club Meadow Ridge's amenities, including basketball and racquetball courts, a workout facility, tennis courts, a 4-season pool, and two hot tubs…

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The Competition Center: Winter Park Resort's Year-Round Mountain Sports Club

One of the longest running sports clubs in the region, the Competition Center at Winter Park Resort goes big when it comes to developing young athletes. Originally founded as The Winter Park Ski Club in 1962, it was officially adopted under the resort's operations in 1982 as the Competition Center. Dedicated to helping youth and adults achieve their highest potential as athletes, people, and competitors, the Comp Center coaches and mentors snowboarders, skiers, and mountain bikers. Kids can start participating in the Comp Center at age 6, with the opportunity to grow their love of their sport through a training environment that focuses on the total athlete and enjoying the…

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Winter Adventures: Tubing + Sledding from Winter Park to Grand Lake

There's no question we live in a year-round playground, but this time of year makes it clear why the Winter Park area gets its name from all the snowy-season outdoor fun to be had here in Grand County. Big winter storms followed by crisp, bluebird days highlight the sheer beauty of the Rocky Mountains, and we're all ready to get outside and play in the snow! Opportunities for winter adventure abound: whether you're skiing or riding one of our world class resorts, hitting the trails on cross-country skis, snowmobiling through the backcountry, ice fishing on the three lakes, or tubing down a mountainside, it's hard not to enjoy a day well spent in the mountains of Grand County. 

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Old Town Winter Park: A Hidden Gem with Old-School Ski Town Charm and Prime Access to Winter Park Resort 

Nestled at the base of Winter Park Resort along the Fraser River, Old Town Winter Park might just be the neighborhood you never knew existed. You can ski Winter Park hundreds of times and take advantage of the dining and shopping in downtown Winter Park yet still miss this quaint little community with old-school ski town vibes. 

Old Town Winter Park was one of the two small settlements that later become the official Town of Winter Park. Established to facilitate the construction of the Moffat Tunnel in the early 1920s, its only inhabitants were builders of the Moffat Tunnel, miners, and loggers. Hideaway Park was settled shortly…

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Updated Zephyr Mountain Lodge Condo! 


Experience Unbeatable Comfort in this Updated 1-bedroom Condo at Zephyr Mountain Lodge This upgraded 1-bedroom condo at Zephyr Mountain Lodge is the ultimate ski retreat. With freshly painted walls, new flooring, furniture, and bathroom upgrades, this ski condo is perfect for a luxurious stay. Enjoy underground parking + two sets of ski lockers. The updated kitchen allows you to prepare your own meals or dine at one of the many restaurants in the Village at Winter Park Resort. Relax after a long day of skiing in one of two large hot tubs in the building. The location of this ski condo is unbeatable; it's just a 30-second walk from the Zephyr door to the gondola. HOA dues cover everything but taxes! The condo…

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Take the Ski Train to Skip the Traffic and Enjoy the Views on the Winter Park Express!

If you've skied Winter Park Resort and its Seven Territories, you know it lives up to the hype. A powder day on Vasquez Ridge is about as good as it gets, and the thousands of acres of terrain make it easy to find your own little slice of paradise on any given day on the mountain. The new six-person Pioneer Lift and its mid-loading station are icing on the cake!

Those already in-the-know that Winter Park is the place to ski and ride are likely also familiar with the potential traffic on I-70 as you make your way between Winter Park and the Front Range. If you're up against ski traffic, Colorado's only direct-from-Denver-to-lift ski train, the Winter Park…

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Grand Park's Master-Planned Community Offers Sweeping Views and Prime Fraser Valley Location in a Cozy Neighborhood of Single-Family Homes, Townhomes + Condos

Finding that small-town, cozy neighborhood with paved, sidewalk-lined roads, a prime location, and views for days can be a relative unicorn in mountain communities. Grand Park Colorado manages to provide just that and more. The master-planned subdivision sits to the west of Highway 40 on 1,330 acres spanning between Winter Park and Fraser. Single-family homes, townhomes, and condos are nestled in the quiet neighborhood with out-the-door access to trails and free transit stops. Restaurants, shopping, groceries, The Foundry Cinema + Bowl,, and the Grand Park Recreation Center are around the…

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