Grand County Life - Winter Park

Nonprofit Spotlight: Grand Foundation

The Grand Foundation Truly Makes Life 'Grand'

When we think about the effect the Grand Foundation has had on the quality of life in Grand County since its inception in 1996, there's no question that they have and continue to enrich our community in powerful ways. From Winter Park to Grand Lake to Kremmling, the work the Grand Foundation does tangibly touches lives. Their quick response and ability to centralize giving, raise awareness, and disperse funds after the devastating East Troublesome Fire is a testament to the foundation's commitment to our community. 

The scope of their partnerships and support is far-reaching. As the glue that binds the nonprofit sector in the county together, the Grand Foundation partners with organizations…

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Local Look: Grand County Spas

Treat Yourself at One of Our Local Spas!

Grand County is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the country. Known for our downhill skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, and snowmobiling in the winter and biking, hiking, fishing, and boating in the summer, the old "time flies when you're having fun" adage rings true when you're playing outside in the Fraser Valley. While the opportunities to take advantage of all nature has to offer bring people here, our little valley has so much more to offer: dining, art, festivals, and spas complement the mountain experience. If a little relaxing and rejuvenating speaks to you, then be sure to check out our local spas after a long day on the mountain (or curled up inside by the fire, soaking in the…

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Avalanche Awareness & Training

Skiing the Backcountry this Season? Know Before You Go: Take Advantage of Local Avalanche Classes & Training 

Skinning up a mountainside blanketed in untouched snow? Stopping at the top to catch your breath while soaking in 360-degree views off the Continental Divide before making fresh tracks through deep powder? Sign us up! Backcountry skiing and riding is an unparalleled avenue for experiencing the mountains in winter, and it's right out our back door. Berthoud Pass is full of backcountry riding opportunities--some might argue the best in the Rockies. Whether lapping the Parking Lot Glades or skiing the chutes, ski touring is a great way to explore new terrain, grow your skill set, connect with friends, and get a good work out in away from the…

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Celebrate the Holidays Grand County-Style

Mark Your Calendars: Holiday Events Are Happening!

Grand County is the quintessential place to celebrate this holidays: big snowflakes that tempt even adults to catch them with their tongues, sun sparkling off fresh snow on a bluebird day, smoke drifting up from chimneys, and snow settled in for winter (and with it, all the winter fun we've been waiting for)! The beauty and the vibe alone make spending this season here nothing short of magical; the month-long calendar of events that our towns, resorts, and businesses have planned make it even sweeter.

GRANBY TREE LIGHTING: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2

Experience small-town charm at its finest and kick off the festivities with Granby's tree lighting. Complete with s'mores, hot cocoa, and caroling with…

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Our Go-To Restaurants for Thanksgiving Dinner

Planning a Stress-free Thanksgiving Dinner? Dine-In or Order To-Go at One of Our Local Favorites!

Whether you're visiting for the holiday or call the Fraser Valley your home, Thanksgiving week has so much to offer if you find yourself in Grand County these next few days. With the ski area open and in full swing, tubing hills ready to welcome guests, and enough snow on the ground to get out for a cross-country ski, opportunities to play outside are around every corner. Events like the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot, Cooper Creek Square Celebration of Lights, and Winter Park Resort Holiday Tree Lighting give that festive feel to kick off the holiday season. You might want to spend your time enjoying all Grand County has to offer and leave the Thanksgiving…

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Hit the Slopes: Grand County Ski Area Opening Days!

Lifts Start Turning: Winter Park & Granby Ranch Opening Days

With temperatures dropping and the snow starting to fly, it's time to trade out our bike racks for ski racks. As we dust off our skis, boards, and boots and dig around for our gloves and helmets, snow builds up on the snow stake. Grand County's two downhill ski resorts, Winter Park  and Granby Ranch, have been prepping for months to welcome skiers and riders for their respective opening days. The energy and enthusiasm in town is palpable-we're all excited to spend more days on the snow and are grateful to live in a place where we can hop on a lift and take few runs on any given day. It never gets old, and we never take it for granted. 

WINTER PARK RESORT: OPENED OCTOBER 31st 

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Gear Up for Winter!

Ski Season is Coming: It's Time to Gear Up!

Be ready to hit the mountain on opening day! Winter Park Resort  announced that thier opening day has been moved up to Halloween, and Granby Ranch is set to start running its lifts December 10th. Whether you have a quiver of one or ten, now is the time to dust off your gear and get it tuned. If you're in need of skis or a snowboard or are just ready to upgrade, you can find everything you need right here on this side of Berthoud Pass!

EPIC MOUNTAIN SPORTS

Located in downtown Winter Park and locally-owned, Epic Mountain Sports has been a local go-to for getting set up for winter since 2008. Nestled in the Park Plaza Shopping Center along with Rudi's Deli and Pepe Osaka's Fish Taco Tequila Bar &…

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Check Out Our Favorite Mountain Biking Trails!

Put Some Mountains in Your 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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Celebrate the 4th of July Grand County-Style!

Celebrate With Us: 4th of July Weekend Events! 

Grand County really does the 4th right: live music, races, a parade, rodeos, fireworks and more make this the quintessential place to celebrate. We've done our best to compile all of the events coming your way 4th of July weekend--we did the digging for you so you can kick back, relax, and enjoy your time in the mountains! Just getting the list together makes us so grateful for all our community has to offer. We hope you feel the same way! 

Friday, July 1

12-4pm: Granby Ranch Shine and Show Open car show

1-3pm: Live music in the Village at Winter Park Resort with John McKay

5-8pm: First Friday @ Uptripping in Winter Park (live music + local art + tacos + open bar = mark your calendar!)

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Summer Events in the Fraser Valley

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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