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Top 10 Winter Park Valentine's Day Date Ideas

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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Top 10 Ways to Take Advantage of the Snowy Season!

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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Local Look: Snowmobiling Companies

Get Out With Our Local Snowmobiling Outfitters & Guides 

Winter Park Resort was voted the best ski resort in North America by USA Today readers, so it’s easy to simply picture a “ski town” when you think of our little mountain community. But the opportunities to play in the snow extend well beyond skiing and snowboarding. The expansive national forests, miles of trails, and untouched snowy meadows are full of powder stashes that offer snowmobiling fun for all ability levels. The thrill of snowmobiling is real–it’s hard to stop smiling when ripping through a blank canvas of untracked snow or navigating through a forest trail. Already hooked? Haven’t tried it yet? Would love to join a tour with an experienced guide? Or prefer to rent and head out on your…

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Spring Break: The Best of Both Worlds

Take advantage of all That Makes Grand County "Grand" in Spring

For most, leaf buds on trees, early-blooming flowers, chirping birds and rain showers mark the beginning of the spring season. Here in Grand County, as the sun stays up longer and the temperatures go up, the ground is still covered in snow. We get to enjoy all that winter has to offer, just wearing a few less layers! 

A 45 degree spring day means it’s time to crack the windows in the car and, for some, break out the shorts that have been hibernating since October. As soon as it hits 55 degrees, many people welcome the risk of stepping in a puddle of snowmelt in exchange for the freedom that comes from slipping on a pair of sandals. The next day might bring an epic snowstorm that…

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