Nordic ski and snowshoe your way around Frisco, Copper Mountain and Leadville. You'll see parts of the Colorado backcountry rarely reached, dine on four-course meals and take part in some classic winter activities like ice skating.
Sustainability Activity
Summit Nordic Ski Club offers programs to young athletes to develop fitness, confidence and skills in a team environment. Help them out by donating or volunteering.
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Activity
Snowshoe Under the Stars
The Old Dillon Reservoir Trail is an easy hike at 1.6 miles round-trip. It offers stunning views of Dillon Reservoir and the surrounding mountains. Directions: From Frisco Main Street, turn left onto Highway 9. Drive one mile and turn right onto Dillon Dam Road. In approximately 1.5 miles, the trailhead will be on the left.COTREX
Map the Trail
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Activity
Get Some Morning Snowshoeing In
Copper Mountain has miles of cross-country ski trails that are free to enjoy. They're located around the golf course and West Village. They range from easy to difficult, and if you need to rent snowshoes, they're only $20 at Copper.
Lunch
Sawmill PIzza & Taphouse
Featuring our house made, hand tossed pizza dough. house made signature pizza sauce. Craft your own with a wide variety of toppings or try one of our signature pies.
Activity
Coast Along
Cruise through the trees at Copper Mountain on one of the longest alpine coasters in North America! It's a thrill-ride you made for the whole family.
Activity
Ice Skate at Sunset
Enjoy some time on the ice by grabbing some skates and stopping by West Lake, located in Center Village at Copper Mountain. If you're feeling spirited, make use of the broomball or hockey equipment on hand.
Lodging
Stay at Copper Mountain
All the lodging accommodations are steps away from chairlifts, restaurants, retail shops, activities and nightlife. Each accommodation is a little different from the other — so there are plenty of options for your family.
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3
Activity
Cross-Country Ski on the Mineral Belt Trail
The Mineral Belt Trail loops the city of Leadville, traveling through aspen groves, conifer forests, meadows and open vista sage parks. Wintertime enthusiasts will find the trail snowcat-groomed.
Insider's Tip
Hungry for an exceptional dining experience above and beyond the metro-cuisine scene? Ski, snowshoe or hike to the Tennessee Pass Cookhouse and savor an elegant evening of four-course dining in an idyllic backcountry setting.
