Tag: Local Insider Info

With an average annual snowfall well above the average, navigating the twists and turns of the mountain roads in the Winter Park area can be a bit of an adventure. To help you have a safe and stress free driving experience, we’ve answered a few of the most commonly asked questions about winter driving, and even added a few bonus it...

Roadtripping in Colorado? What a dream! Driving around Winter Park is the summer months is a breeze, and a wonderful way to take in the scenery, while exploring more of the local area. Although there are more than enough activities and events to keep you occupied in Winter Park, if you are keen to take a day trip to some of the reg...

The hills are most definitely alive with the sound of music in Winter Park, Colorado during the warm summer months.  With outdoor festivals and weekly music events, summer visitors can enjoy a wonderful melting pot of entertainment on offer throughout Winter Park & the Fraser Valley. Here’s a breakdown of Country at the Pa...

◊◊ Diamonds In The Rough ◊◊ Winter Park Resort is well known for Mary Jane’s mountainous moguls and extensive tree skiing, but it’s also starting to get national recognition for its’ big mountain terrain that feels more out of bounds than in bounds.  In this article, we’ll take a closer look the extreme side of Winte...

Ski Winter Park 2013/14 The Season of the Seven Territories Ski season is approaching quickly with opening day set for Wednesday November 13th, and the snow gods casting their wares from the sky in a wonderful flurry of early season snow storms. So what’s new at Winter Park Resort?  Well, quite a lot actually.   In r...

It is fair to say that when the snow starts flying, the big focus in Winter Park is the world class skiing to be had at Winter Park Resort.  But we all need a day away from the slopes from time to time, and with so many other activities on offer, it would be a crying shame to go home without trying out at least a couple of the...

Its fair to say that the folks who come to Winter Park are more interested in the skiing than the party scene, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t have a few friendly establishments where you can toast the day, fill your belly, and blow off a little steam!   Our Top 10 Apres Ski Favorites Around Winter Park   #1   De...

A ski vacation is one of the most fulfilling, fun and memorable experiences you can have, but getting all details in order can be a daunting experience.  Worry not, the reservation team at Winter Park Lodging Company are here to help with their top ten tips to stretch your dollars, keep you smiling and make the most out of you...

The Mighty Elk Rut The Winter Park & Fraser Valley (and nearby Rocky Mountain National Park) is a hot spot for migrating elk during their annual rut, and a fabulous place to witness the natural world up close & personal. The elk (wapiti) is one of the largest species of the deer family, and one of the largest land mammals i...

The Mission: Plan 3 full days of activities, for two people, for under $100! Sounds like a tall order I know, but we’re excited to give it a go.  My friends (Ellie & Joe) are coming to visit this July 12th – 14th, and so for the sake of argument, we’ll use that particular weekend as our testing ground. Day 1: Thursday 12th...