3 Days
Crisp, cooler weather, sights of alpine backdrops dusted with golden foliage, and plenty of ways to experience the color-changing beauty, including scenic drives and breathtaking hikes, make Frisco a delightful fall destination.
Sustainability Activity
How to Give Back to These Special Places
Volunteer some time with the Friends of the Dillon Ranger District to help maintain local trails.
Insider's Tip
Road Conditions
Before heading out on any scenic drives, check cotrip.org for traffic updates and closures to ensure a smooth trip.
Day 1
activity
Top of the Rockies - Scenic and Historic Byway
Designated a National Scenic Byway in 1998.
lunch
Picnic Along the Scenic Byway
Pull off to any of the many scenic spots while on your drive and enjoy a picnic. Frisco has four grocery stores you can pick up food from before you…
activity
Hike Lily Pad Lake
Follow the Meadow Creek Trail 0.6 miles to the intersection with Lily Pad Lake Trail. Turn right and continue 0.7 miles through pine forest and aspen…
dinner
Taqueria
Affordable, delicious tacos the whole family will love! Make sure you save room for the yummy corn bread as well. Currently serving lunch Friday, Saturday…
activity
Brewery Hopping
Frisco is home to two local breweries, Outer Range Brewery and Highside Brewing. Both breweries have delicious brews and outdoor seating with amazing…
Insider's Tip
Late-Night Snack
Need some snacks while you drink? Highside has a small menu with flatbreads and other snacks, while Outer Range is located right next to the Whole Foods Market, so you can grab some eats to bring into the brewery.
lodging
Ramada Frisco
Summit County, CO. Clean, comfortable rooms. 5 ski resorts nearby (A-Basin, Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail) Mtn biking, hiking and…
Day 2
breakfast
Bread + Salt
While we are a classical breakfast place, we respect seasonality and influence of fresh ingredients. We use Colorado grown products whenever possible…
Insider's Tip
Patio Panoramas
On a sunny day, make sure to sit outside at Bread & Salt to enjoy the views from their patio.
activity
Vail Pass Bike Shuttle
Bike 14 miles downhill from the top of Vail Pass back into Frisco! The scenic bike ride is on a paved rec path and is a family friendly ride that is…
lunch
Deli Belly's
Grab some sandwiches or hot dogs at Deli Belly for a quick and delicious lunch. Make sure you have cash on you, since it is cash-only at the restaurant…
activity
Rocky Mountain Coaster at Copper Mountain
Cruise through the trees at Copper Mountain on one of the longest Alpine Coasters in North America! This 5,800-foot-long coaster is a thrill ride for…
dinner
Tavern West
We combine American classics with a fresh, fun flair to reflect our signature style of authentic and sophisticated flavors. Enjoy our happy hour and…
Insider's Tip
Stunning Fall Hues
Mid-September is the perfect time to take a scenic drive over Boreas Pass to see the changing colors. Allow two hours to complete the 20-mile drive (winter seasonal closure; includes a dirt road).
activity
Boreas Pass Historic Auto Tour
22-mile driving tour which follows the old Denver, South Park and Pacific Railway grade over Boreas Pass. Sign posts along the road correspond to 12…
lodging
Summit Inn
The Summit Inn is classic mountain lodge with a bit of nostalgia for the old days of skiing. Enjoy the massive timbers in the lobby and the western…
Day 3
breakfast
Rocky Mountain Coffee Roasters
The smell of roasting coffee fills the air and visitors need only their noses to find us. We are "the spot" for locals and visitors alike to relax and…
activity
Boating at Frisco Bay Marina
Rent boats from Frisco Bay Marina, located on the shores of Dillon Reservoir — which spans 3,000 acres and boasts 25 miles of shoreline surrounded by…
lunch
Lost Cajun
Authentic Cajun food in the Rocky Mountains? You better believe it! The Lost Cajun is a small, funky restaurant providing ample Cajun-Creole dishes,…
Insider's Tip
Check Out Georgetown
Tour the preserved silver-mining town of Georgetown before rising in elevation to raw alpine wilderness on the Guanella Pass scenic byway.
activity
Guanella Pass Scenic & Historic Byway
Follows an old wagon trail used by miners traveling between Georgetown and Grant. Gold lured miners and others to the area, but it was silver that brought…
dinner
Kemosabe at Silverheels
Silverheels has been a local's favorite since 1988. We specialize in Colorado cuisine, steaks, trout, seafood, burgers, andmore. Our sister restaurant…
activity
Hike Rainbow Lake
A family favorite with easy access from downtown. Hike the Peaks Trail 0.75 miles (one way) through wetlands on a boardwalk, aspen trees and lodgepole…
lodging
Alpine Inn Frisco
The Alpine Inn has just finished its remodel in January 2013! All interiors and exteriors have been renovated. All guest rooms include all new furnishings…