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Our 10 Favorite Fall Hikes in Breckenridge & Vail

October 11, 2024Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper, Copper Mountain, Fall, Hiking, Summit County, Trip Planning, Vail, Vail Valley

Both Breckenridge, Vail and their surrounding Summit and Eagle counties are home to some incredible hiking trails year-round. While these hikes hold beautiful green vistas in the warmer months with lush green aspens and pines, these trails truly come alive in the fall. Enjoy the brisk autumn air and colorful leaves, as you embark on...

Here’s Why You Should Travel to Beaver Creek, Colorado this Fall

December 8, 2023Beaver Creek, CO Blog, Fall, General, Hiking, Ski Area Info, Trip Planning, Vail

As the streets of Beaver Creek and Vail empty out once school is back in session, the fall season is fully upon Colorado’s mountain towns. In this shoulder season – the few months between warm weather activities and ski season – Beaver Creek visitors have the opportunity to experience a plethora of fun activities, while...

40 Facts about the Eisenhower Tunnel

December 4, 2023Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper, Copper Mountain, Dillon, Edwards, Keystone, Shuttle & Transportation Info, Trip Planning

The Eisenhower Tunnel, located on Interstate 70 about an hour west of Denver, Colorado, represents an engineering marvel and a crucial component of interstate travel in Colorado. Carved through the solid granite of Loveland Pass, this tunnel spans 1.7 miles, making it the longest mountain tunnel in North America. It represents a vital link along...

5 Winter Activities in Vail Valley for Spring Break 2023

February 21, 2023Beaver Creek, Spring Break, Vail Valley, Winter

Need a break from your routine? Looking to get outside? Spring Break in the Vail Valley in the winter months is the perfect opportunity to relax, spend time with family and friends, and even try out a new activity or sport! While downhill skiing and snowboarding seem to be the most obvious activities, opportunities abound...

How to Save Money this Colorado Ski Season

September 26, 2022Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, Private Shuttle Service, Road Conditions, Shuttle & Transportation Info, Ski Area Info, Summit County, Trip Planning, Vail, Vail Valley, Weather, Winter

When fresh powder hits the slopes, people flock to Colorado ski resorts by the tens of thousands. Summit County alone receives an average of 300 inches or 762 cm of snow per year, bringing winter vacationers and locals along with it. The winter season can be quite expensive here in the Rocky Mountains, and prices...

Colorado’s Ski Resorts Opening Dates

November 1, 2021Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Denver International Airport, Dillon, General, Holidays, Private Shuttle Service, Shuttle & Transportation Info, Ski Area Info, Summit County, Trip Planning, Vail, Vail Valley

It is finally winter in Colorado. Well, technically it’s still fall, but it is getting cold at least. The cold weather means Colorado ski resorts are either open or getting ready to open soon. Here are some opening dates for the Vail Valley and Summit County areas to help you start planning your Colorado winter...

Dine-in Options for Thanksgiving in Summit County

October 8, 2021Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper, Dillon, Frisco, General, Holidays, Keystone, Private Shuttle Service, Trip Planning

Summit County holds some of the best towns, resorts, and slopes in the world, such as Copper Mountain, Keystone with the night lights, Beaver Creek, and of course, good ol’ Breckenridge. Right down the street from Beaver is Vail. These towns cater well to the many people that travel to these destinations during the winter...

Vail ski run in the winter with a blue sky

Our Favorite On-Mountain Dining Options

August 9, 2021Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, CO Blog, Events & Activities, Food, General, Ski Area Info, Summit County, Vail, Vail Valley

1. The Overlook The Overlook Restaurant sits at 11,274 on the top of Peak 9 at Breckenridge Ski Resort. This on-mountain restaurant features Asian-inspired foods that will be sure to warm you up and fuel you for the day. The Overlook has great options for vegetarians with menu items like Rocky Mountain Ramen and Overlook...

What’s Still Happening in Vail, Breckenridge, and More During the 2020/2021 Pandemic

January 10, 2021Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, CO Blog, Copper, Copper Mountain, Events & Activities, Keystone, Ski Area Info, Trip Planning, Vail, Vail Valley, Winter

All of us at Peak 1 Express hope everyone enjoyed their holiday season. We’re just now getting into prime ski time here in the Colorado Rockies, so if you’re planning a trip out soon you’ve got some great things to look forward to. What can you enjoy aside from skiing and snowboarding this winter in...

What Does a La Niña Year Mean for Colorado Ski Resorts?

November 29, 2020Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Freeskiing, Ski Area Info, Trip Planning, Vail, Vail Valley, Winter

Lets start here: What is La Niña? Used to describe a cooling in the equatorial region of the Pacific Ocean, La Niña can result in an environmental phenonmenon that brings colder weather and more precipitation towards the Northwest during the winter months. On the other hand, the Southeast experiences a warmer winter than others during...

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