Found 6 blog entries tagged as Fraser River.

Sunset Ridge in Tabernash Offers Peaceful Mountain Living in a Secluded Neighborhood of Single-Family Homes with Sweeping Views, a Neighborhood Trail System, Private Fishing Access, and Low HOA Dues

Nestled in the heart of Grand County but off the beaten path, Sunset Ridge in Tabernash is a tucked-away gem. Established in 1972, the quiet, well-treed neighborhood of single-family homes boasts123 spacious lots ranging from around an acre to an acre and a half, most with sweeping views of the Continental Divide, Byers Peak, or Winter Park Resort. Neighborhood roads loop around off Devil’s Thumb Road, creating a no-outlet community and minimizing through traffic. Adding even more to the sense of peace and privacy, a stretch of open ranch land creates a…

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Hi Country Haus Condominium Complex in Downtown Winter Park Offers Convenient Mountain Living in a Prime Location

It's easy to see why properties in downtown Winter Park are so desirable - a quick walk to Main Street's shops and restaurants, less than three miles to Winter Park Resort, on the free local shuttle route, and out-the-door access to world-class hiking, biking, and cross country ski trails make Winter Park real estate some of the most sought-after in Grand County. Hi Country Haus (HCH) condominium complex capitalizes on that prime location: just east of Highway 40 on the north end of the Town of Winter Park, the long-standing condominium complex sits on a 25-acre wooded development nestled along the Fraser River and offers convenient…

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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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Rendezvous Colorado Offers Sweeping Views and Secluded, Trailside Mountain Living Minutes from the Heart of Town

Everyone has their own picture of idyllic Colorado mountain living, but we think most can agree that big views and easy access to the outdoors are on most people's short list. A master-planned development offering diverse options within its several subdivisions, Rendezvous Colorado checks those boxes and more.  Nestled on the forested hillside to the east of Highway 40 between Fraser and Winter Park, the cozy neighborhood boasts a prime location, minutes from restaurants and shopping and a quick drive 10-minute drive to Winter Park Resort. Yet it still manages to give the sense that you're away from it all in your cozy mountain cabin.…

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Spring Snowmelt Signals Rafting Season Is "Just Around the Bend"

With snowpack here in Grand County at relatively high levels well into the spring and the warmer temperatures getting the big spring melt underway, rafters are gearing up for a fun and long floating season. Sunny, warm days have us all digging out the sandals and jumping across puddles that are filling up from a season of heavy snowfall - puddle-filled parking lots are the precursor to rising rivers. While long summer days might mean biking, hiking, and fishing for many, here at the headwaters of the Colorado River, spring signals the rafting world to celebrate the start of boating season. 

Whether you're a novice on the water or a seasoned rafter, Grand County's waters are ready…

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Headwaters River Journey: An Immersive Water & Wildlife Experience

We love walking along the Fraser River Trail, listening to its waters alternate between a rush and a trickle as birds chirp, the sun shines, butterflies dance around, and people enjoy fishing its waters. Having the Fraser River in our backyard is a gift that we do not take for granted. One of the many tributaries of the Colorado River, the Fraser River gets its start from the snowmelt on Berthoud Pass and winds through the valley, eventually joining up with the "mighty" Colorado in Granby.

Sitting at elevations over 13,000 feet, Grand County has the privilege of being the source of water for a large percentage of the American West. With that privilege comes responsibility. The…

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