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Winter Park Resort: Splashing into Spring Since the '60s

It really doesn't get much better than spring skiing. Bluebird skies, longer days, warmer weather, and slushy snow bring fewer layers, fun costumes, and contagious smiles. We still get those spring-storm powder days, but the higher daytime temperatures give us the best of both worlds. Pull up a beach chair in the snow to bask in the warmth of the mountain sun. Add in a little live music at Winter Park Resort, and you get mountain living at its best. 

The palpable enthusiasm standard for this time of year isn't anything new: skiers have been taking advantage of spring weather, complete with wild outfits and thrill-seeking celebrations, for decades. And what would closing day be without…

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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.

Winter…

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Lakota's Luxurious Homes Boast Panoramic Views of the Continental Divide + Prime Location Directly Across from Winter Park Resort 

A mountain home with quick, easy access to Winter Park Resort but secluded enough to give you that getting-away-from-it-all vibe? A relative unicorn in a resort town, Winter Park's Lakota subdivision gives you just that. Sitting across Highway 40 from the resort and surrounded by the Arapahoe National Forest, Lakota's 200 acres of forested uplands boasts a prime location with sweeping views of Winter Park Resort, the Vasquez Mountains, and the Continental Divide. A master-planned community with no outlet (read: quiet and peaceful), Lakota's paved roads wind across the hillside and are lined with upscale homes that boast…

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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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Grand County's Childcare Options: Full-Time, Drop-in, and Seasonal Classes/Programs 

If you have a young family and live in Grand County full-time, have a second-home, or vacation here, you'll likely be on the hunt for child care at some point. Whether you're looking for full-time care at an established daycare or preschool, needing a drop-in situation while you take a few turns at the ski area, hoping to get in on summer day camps, or ready to take advantage of local youth programming, we're confident you can find an option that suits your family's needs!

Full-Time Daycare + Preschool

As far as full or part-time infant, toddler, and preschool options, our county has established childcare facilities from Winter Park to Granby. All of the…

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Zephyr Mountain Lodge: Living the Dream with Ski-In, Ski-Out Condos Steps from The Gondola at Winter Park Resort

Mountain living at the base of Winter Park Resort? It truly is what dreams are made of. Zephyr Mountain Lodge offers individually owned hotel-style condos nestled in the heart of The Village at Winter Park, just over 100 feet from The Gondola. Grab your gear from your main-floor private ski locker, step out your front door to get first tracks on a powder day, and pop home for lunch before heading back out on the mountain without ever having to find a place to park! Constructed in 1999 and 2000, the Zephyr was the first property to go up in The Village. The mid rise mountain contemporary-style lodge boasts functional layouts, a prime…

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Winter Park Resort Offers So Much More than Skiing - Be Sure to Take Advantage of Summer at the Base!

We've said it once; we'll say it again - people come to Winter Park for the winters and stay for the summers! Given its name, it's easy to think of Winter Park, especially Winter Park Resort, as a snow-season destination. If you're not already in on the secret that is the Fraser Valley in the summertime, you're missing out on some of the best this county has to offer!

Hundreds of miles of cross-country mountain bike trails? Check. A world-class downhill mountain bike park? Check. High-mountain lakes and rivers for days? Check. Whether you're hiking, biking, fishing, spending a day on the lake, or curled up in a hammock in the woods with a good…

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Winter Park's Weekly Fitness in the Park is in Full Swing this Summer

Mark your calendar! Sunday Fitness in the Park is one of our favorite ways to start a Grand County summer day. Grab your yoga mat and a water bottle and head over to the Rendezvous Event Center in downtown Winter Park every Sunday morning. It really doesn't get much better - fresh mountain air and views of the Continental Divide while getting in an AM workout. Whether it's yoga, pilates, or dance fitness, you'll leave refreshed and ready for your next mountain adventure!

The free event is held weekly on Sundays from 9-10am and will run throughout the summer, with the last class scheduled for Sunday, August 27. Take advantage of this gem of an experience right in the heart of…

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Take Advantage of 40+ Miles of Gravity-Fed Trails at Trestle Bike Park this Summer!

Winter Park Resort is more than a ski destination. In summer, the mountain transforms into a downhill biking mecca when Trestle, the United States' largest full-service downhill bike park right here in our little town of Winter Park, opens up for the season. The old "earn your turns" expression takes a backseat as bikers take advantage of the gondola and lift rides up to hop on the adrenaline-fueled descents ending at the resort's base. From smoother, wider trails designed for the beginner downhill rider to "expert only" trails with steep terrain and jumps for days, the Trestle trail crew has created something for everyone.  

The bike park opened its first trail,…

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The Play-by-Play for Building Your Dream Home in Grand County

Still looking for the property that meets all your non-negotiables when you search Grand County's current listings? Building a home from the ground up just might be the best fit for your situation! Whether you already own a piece of property here in Grand County or are on the search for vacant land, knowing the ins and outs of the building process will help prepare you for what to expect as you build your dream home in our little slice of paradise. 

THE COST

So many factors play into the cost of building a home. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions and minimize surprises should you be considering building. One key thing to factor in is Grand County's extreme climate.…

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