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Vail, Colorado
Vail, Colorado, boasts some of the best skiing in the world, but winter isn't the only season to visit Vail. Vail is a unique blend of Colorado history, culture, festivals, sports, restaurants and music, which makes this famous Colorado town a very special world-class resort. Famous celebrities flock to Vail to ski in the winter and to vacation in the summer. Who knows what famous celebrity you might bump into walking down a Vail street?

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Vail, CO 81658

 

Mountain Facts:

Base Elevation: 8,120 ft

Summit Elevation: 11,570 ft

Vertical Drop: 3,450 ft

Skiable Area: 5,289 acres

Annual Snowfall: 346 in

Snowmaking: 7 %

Number of Lifts: 33

Uphill Lift Capacity: 51,781 per hour

Types of Lifts:
9 Surface Lifts
5 Double Chairs
3 Triple Chairs
1 Fixed Grip Quad
14 Hi-Speed Quads
1 Gondola (12 person)

Number of Trails: 193

Longest Run: 15,840 ft

Specialties:

Thrill Sledding: A nighttime downhill guided adventure, top to bottom head-first thrills.
Rider must be at least 14 years old and be able to handle the sled (may be by guide discretion). Tours start at 5pm. Reservations are recommended.

Snowmobile Tours: By twilight or the setting sun; Ride through snow-covered meadows and mountain roadways. All drivers must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver's license. A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18 on the tour. Children must be at least 4 years old to ride and must be able to hold on. Dress warmly and bring a hat and gloves. Snowsuits, boots, clear goggles and helmets are provided. Reservations recommended.

Laser Tag: Indoor laser tag at 10,000 feet,
State of the art equipment, Play against individuals or teams, 15 -minute sessions begin at 2pm.

 

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