Headwaters Trail Alliance Goes Big to Preserve, Enhance, and Promote Grand County's Extensive Trail System

Second Creek Winter Park, CO

When we hop on a trail for a quick ride or head out to hike for a few hours, we rarely consider how the trails we're using got here (or who is taking care of them!). Sometimes, I find myself so deep in appreciation for a sunset ride or seeing a rainbow from the top of the Leland Creek trails that I forget to remember the people who build and maintain the trails that make it possible for us to explore our backyard with such ease.

Headwaters Trail Alliance (HTA) is a local nonprofit that maintains, builds, and promotes high-quality, multi-use trails in Grand County. Linking towns, recreational areas, secondary trail systems, and cultural and…

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Saddle Up at One of Grand County's Beautiful Guest Ranches

Ranches of Grand County, Colorado

Long before paved roads and ski lifts made their way to the valley, pioneers, explorers, and ranchers were venturing "out west" to settle in what is today Grand County. Ranching is still a way of life for many who call this place home. But for those that it isn't, there are plenty of opportunities to get a taste of the old west lifestyle at one of our county's world-class guest ranches. 

DEVIL'S THUMB RANCH RESORT & SPA

Just 10 minutes from Winter Park, Devil's Thumb Ranch spans 6,500 acres nestled at the foot of the Continental Divide. Named after a rocky outcropping perched above the ranch, the resort makes it easy to "get away from it all" and really connect with the natural beauty…

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Great Price for a Great Location! 

Perfect location in Fraser! Close to shops, dining, and Safeway, this updated condo is ready for you to move in and enjoy! Make yourself at home in the open living area with large windows and mountain views. There is plenty of space to cook and dine in the kitchen area. The front bedroom is light and bright with plenty of storage. The second bedroom is outfitted with a twin over full bunk bed to maximize space for your family and friends. An entry hall makes a great ''drop spot'' for coats, boots, and shoes. Extra storage for bikes and gear and laundry are all located in the lower level of the building. This Winter Park Meadows Condo is neatly appointed with everything you need to make it your mountain home.

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Updated and Spacious with Views + Storage!

Perched on the ridge with stunning views, Railbender #3 is the ideal mountain home. Enter this townhome style condo at the main level to find a drop spot, one of three bedrooms, a detached bathroom, and spacious remodeled kitchen and dining area. Upstairs, the second and third bedrooms, both have ensuite bathrooms. The lower level has plenty of room to gather and get cozy by the fire, enjoy the stunning view, or curl up on the couch watching a movie. With a bath + shower and sauna, this space could also serve as a bonus sleeping area. Relax in the hot tub after enjoying all the mountains have to offer. Ample storage inside, and large, private garage with extra room for gear. Updated throughout, vaulted…

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Colorado High-Country Commissioners Recognize the Connection Between Short-Term Rentals and the Workforce Housing Crisis

If you live in Grand County full time, have a second home, visit when possible, or are considering investing in a property, it's more than likely you've heard conversations around the shortage of housing for the local workforce. Grand County is not an outlier in mountain communities--workforce housing has become scarce throughout Colorado's high country. While the factors that contribute to the erosion of worker housing in the Rocky Mountains are numerous, many point to the exponential increase in short-term rentals (STRs) such as those listed on Airbnb as potential catalysts. 

While our communities are beyond grateful for the…

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Put Some Mountains in Your Biking! 

Winter Park, CO biking

Summer days equate to summer rides for us! We honestly aren't sure if life can get any better than a good ride on a summer day. It's no question that Grand County offers some of the best mountain biking around. With over 600 miles of cross-country trails in the Fraser Valley alone and world-class downhill trails at both Winter Park Resort and Granby Ranch, it's easy to find the perfect route for anything from your epic 30-mile adventure or a quick loop on your lunch break. 

While we both love exploring the extensive trail system, we each have our favorite "go-to" rides. Leah makes getting out on the Tipperary Creek trail a habit as she can easily ride to the trailhead from right out her back door. This…

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2022 Summer Events: Concerts, Festivals, Races + More

Summer has officially arrived, and a jam-packed summer event schedule has arrived with it! In addition to the extensive opportunities to play outside hiking, biking, fishing, boating, 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. It's often been said that people move to Winter Park for the winter but stay for the summer--we think you'll  agree if you are fortunate enough to get time to enjoy this place we call home this summer!

BLUES FROM THE TOP

June 24-26

This three-day music festival held at the Rendezvous Event Center in…

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Free Outdoor Live Music this Summer!

Rendezvous Event Center Music Winter Park, CO

Outdoor music feels like the heartbeat of our community as the days get longer and summer settles in. Gathering together with blankets, chairs, picnics, and coolers to bask in the warmth of the season is a summer staple for most in Grand County. Abuzz with laughter, conversation, and connection, the town feels alive and the love of our community and natural environment is palpable. Opportunities to enjoy free, high-quality live music with the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains abound. Wolf Park, Granby Ranch, Rendezvous Event Center, Fraser Old Schoolhouse Park, and Cooper Creek Square are all home to free summer concert series' in Grand County. Be sure to swing by and check (at least) one out this summer if you're…

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Rendezvous Listing: Townhome with a VIEW!

If a mountain view is what you're looking for, this is the one for you!

Enjoy sunsets over Byers Peak in this 3 bed, 3.5 bath Rendezvous Townhome. Enter the main level from the front door, or direct from the two-car garage, with the kitchen, living, dining, powder room, and primary suite all on one level, and mountain views from almost every window! Get cozy by the fire or dine outside with a view on the spacious deck. The lower level offers a second living area, ideal for a gathering space or home office, and sleeper sofa. Bedroom number two has the privacy of an ensuite bath, and the third bedroom has plenty of space for everyone - outfitted with a twin over full bunk bed, with access to a third full…

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Thinking of Buying Land?

What to Know and Consider When Purchasing Undeveloped Property

With the current shortage of homes for sale in the area, buying land has become even more enticing. Whether you're considering an investment in land or looking for the site of your future dream home, purchasing undeveloped property certainly has its benefits. Most of us have heard Mark Twain's adage: "Buy land, they're not making it anymore." It rings true with the current growth we are experiencing in Grand County. As the area grows in population and vacation homes, the available acreage for building remains the same. Not only is land a strong investment, should you choose to build, constructing your home from the ground up gives you the ability to create the…

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