It’s time to get out of the city, away from the hustle and bustle and have some family fun in a place where you can ski all day and make snow angels at night. Winter vacations don’t have to be expensive or far-away. You can find plenty of affordable options right here in Colorado! Here are my top 10 picks for family winter vacations:
Breckenridge
Breckenridge is a beautiful mountain town that’s perfect for families. In addition to skiing, it also has great nightlife, hiking trails and mountain biking paths. There are also plenty of good restaurants in Breckenridge where you can get a full meal without breaking the bank.
Beaver Creek Resort
The mountain town of Beaver Creek is truly a winter wonderland for families. The resort boasts year-round activities, including skiing and snowboarding, along with golfing and hiking. You’ll enjoy breathtaking views from every angle of this luxurious resort, which has been voted Best Overall Resort by readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine. Enjoy the convenience of staying in one location while experiencing all that Beaver Creek has to offer—and don’t forget to sample their many fine dining options!
Vail Mountain Resorts
Vail Mountain Resorts is an expansive ski resort that offers more than 3,300 acres of skiable terrain, 30 lifts and 170 runs. The mountain has plenty of options for families to enjoy the slopes together.
The Eagle Bahn Gondola at Vail Village provides access to the Sunshine Peak Family Area—a great beginner area for kids and adults alike that features a terrain park with bump runs, rails and jumps. At the top of this gondola is where you’ll find Eagle’s Nest Restaurant & Bar—one of our favorite places to stop after a day on the mountain!
If you’re looking for a place with pristine powder snow and steep chutes, then head towards Blue Sky Basin which offers some excellent advanced runs as well as plenty of powder stashes away from crowds.
Durango Mountain Resort
Located in Durango, Colorado, Durango Mountain Resort is the perfect destination for a family vacation this winter. The resort has 100 trails and 7 lifts that span over 6,000 acres of skiable terrain. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, there is also a terrain park at Durango Mountain Resort that offers tons of fun for kids who love to spend time on their boards all day. The resort also offers some great amenities such as tubing hill access for those looking for something different than traditional skiing or boarding activities.
If you’re looking for some more adventure during your trip to the mountains this winter season then consider taking advantage of one of Durango Mountain Resort’s snowcat skiing services where they’ll transport you across the entire mountain so that you can enjoy fresh powder every day!
Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Crested Butte is an all-around favorite for families in Colorado. This small town features lots of activities for both adults and kids. There are plenty of restaurants and shops, as well as a variety of things to do outside such as skiing, hiking and biking. The town itself has a laid-back vibe that makes it easy for everyone to relax together.
Crested Butte is also close to many other areas in Colorado where you can explore more during your vacation such as Aspen, Vail or Telluride.
Winter Park Resort
Winter Park Resort is one of the most popular ski areas in Colorado, and it’s not hard to see why. The resort offers a variety of terrain options, with groomers, glades and steeps available for all skill levels. It’s located just north of Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, so you can hit up both resorts if you want more than one day on the slopes.
Keystone Resort
If you’re looking for a ski-in, ski-out resort in Colorado that has just about everything a family could want, Keystone is it. This mountain town is located about 90 miles west of Denver, which makes for a great winter getaway from the city in less than two hours.
The resort offers all kinds of activities for families including skiing and snowboarding, tubing parks for kids with big enough hearts to take on adult terrain (and adults who want to do it themselves), ice skating rinks and hockey rinks as well as indoor tennis courts. For adults only: The Flume Bar at The Peaks Resort offers après-ski drinks with views of several mountains peaks like Mount Lincoln and Mount Phoenix while you enjoy live music or play poolside games like shuffleboard or bocce ball!
Steamboat Springs Ski Area
Steamboat Ski Resort is one of the most popular winter destinations in Colorado. It offers something for everyone, including ski areas and snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice skating and sledding.
The resort also has an extensive tubing hill that offers many different options for families with young children. Kids will enjoy the ride down the hill on tubes or inner tubes while parents can sit back and relax in a chairlift viewing area. Adults may find themselves getting adventurous by trying out mountain biking or ziplining at Steamboat Ski Resort as well as other activities that are sure to make your trip fun for everyone!
Copper Mountain Resort
Copper Mountain is a great destination for families. It’s situated just 45 minutes from Denver, but has the feel of an authentic mountain town. There’s something for everyone at this resort, with diverse terrain and ski/snowboard rentals available. Take advantage of the variety by taking your kids to learn how to snowboard on beginner slopes while you hit the more advanced runs in search of black diamonds (don’t worry if they lose their way—there are plenty of lifts that can take them back up).
Telluride Ski Resort
Telluride Ski Resort is a great family destination. It’s a wonderful place to learn to ski or snowboard, and the ski school at Telluride is one of the best in the world. There are several different programs for children, including private lessons and group classes, which are available during weekends when there is no school. The resort also offers several adult lessons so that you can get out on the slopes too!
For those looking for something a little more challenging than beginner terrain, there are plenty of black diamonds to keep you occupied all day long!
There are many winter sports and activities that families can enjoy in Colorado, including skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and tubing. There are also plenty of other fun things to do during a vacation here, such as visiting places like the Denver Zoo or exploring the state’s many museums and art galleries. Plus, there are plenty of outdoor activities like hiking or mountain biking when it gets warm enough outside! Whatever you decide is best for your family when planning their winter getaway—whether it be staying indoors at one of our resorts or heading out into nature—we hope this list helped with narrowing down some ideas before finalizing plans for booking your vacation spot.
