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Appropriately named "Colorado's Playground," Summit County is an easy day trip from Denver. The area is hugged by three mountain ranges and presents enough activities to satisfy anyone itching to get out and go.

Summit County: Silverthorne, Dillon, Frisco, Breckenridge & Keystone

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Volunteer with <a href="http://www.highcountryconservation.org/">High Country Conservation Center</a> or participate with <a href="http://www.voc.org/">Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado</a> on a variety of projects.

Volunteer with High Country Conservation Center

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Located at the end of Mesa Drive in Silverthorne. The Blue River Trail passes through the open space. Other amenities include a small pond with walking trail, restrooms, horseshoe pit and picnic tables.

Fish Willow Grove Open Space

Mountain Lyon Cafe serves hearty helpings for breakfast or lunch at an affordable price. A selection of omelets to chicken fried steak to breakfast tacos will fill you up and keep you going all day long.

Mountain Lyon Cafe

Offering a distinctive shopping experience in a beautiful Rocky Mountain setting. Save 30–70% on our collection of name-brand stores such as Williams-Sonoma, Le Creuset, Polo Ralph Lauren, Columbia, Calvin Klein, Under Armour, Banana Republic, J Crew, Levi's and more! Fun Gaming experiences at the Sports Buffet and Hidden Table Games both located in the Green Village. Also be sure to visit the local's favorite restaurant, Timberline Craft Kitchen and have a sip of craft brews along the river at the Thirsty Pika Taproom.

Outlets at Silverthorne

Veteran steakhouse with a relaxed vibe features grill-it-yourself steaks, seafood &amp; a full bar.

The Historic Mint

The aquatics area hosts many different pools and amenities for people of all ages and interests. You may want to bring your family in for a fun day of play or you may just need a soak in the hot tub after a long day on the slopes.

Silverthorne Recreation Center Aquatics

As the most recognized name in the industry, travelers all over the world have been saying “Take me to the Hilton” for almost a century.

Hampton Inn & Suites Silverthorne

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Grab something fresh and delicious for breakfast as you stroll the Dillon Farmer's Market, listen to live music and stock up on Colorado-made products.

Breakfast & A Stroll

Enjoy the harvest of the season with Colorado grown, farm fresh fruits, veggies, baked goods, crafts, and more. Plus Yoga at the Market, free kids' activities such as, Magic Rob and Learn with Nature events and live music are all served up with an amazing view.

Dillon Farmer's Market

Burgers, beer &amp; cocktails are served on a roomy deck at this seasonal lakefront bar &amp; grill.

Tiki Bar

A full-service marina located on the scenic shores of Dillon Reservoir. Home to weekend regattas, a fully stocked marina store, sailing lessons, a variety of boat rentals and the popular Tiki Bar. Rated Best Large Marina in the United States 2013.

Dillon Marina

Serving hand-crafted ales, lagers and rootbeer.

Dillon Dam Brewery

The Town of Dillon hosts over 100 special events throughout the summer months, including summer concerts on Fridays and Saturdays.

Summer Concert Series at the Dillon Amphitheater

When you need a comfortable accommodation in Frisco, CO, contact Hotel Frisco Colorado for a selection of spacious suites, rooms, and apartments that come with wide range of perks and amenities.

Hotel Frisco

From the County's ski area employees to a family from the East, the Butterhorn has been the escape of the $8 cheeseburger. Leaving everyone to enjoy wholesome, reasonably priced food, where everything is homemade daily.

Butterhorn Bakery & Cafe

Go back in time as you wander through Frisco's Historic Park &amp; Museum. There are 11 historic buildings to explore throughout the park, including Frisco's old schoolhouse, jail and a traditional teepee from the Ute Tribe. Cost of entry is free!

Frisco Historic Park

Located on the best place to celebrate summer in Summit County, Colorado. The place to eat, drink, sun and sail ... located at the Frisco Bay Marina

Island Grill

Bike and skate park, disc golf, camping, snow-tubing, Nordic skiing and more.

Frisco Adventure Park

Silverheels has been a local's favorite since 1988. We specialize in Colorado cuisine, steaks, trout, seafood, burgers, andmore. Our sister restaurant since 2008, Kemosabe Sushi, next door, is at the top of the local's favorite list and is a sparkling venue.

Kemosabe at Silverheels

GatherHouse is an artist studio and gallery located in the heart of the mountains. We specialize in teaching glassblowing classes and spreading the love of glass to the many visitors to our mountain town. We also offer free glassblowing demonstrations.

Gatherhouse

Swing by this local hot spot for counter-serve donuts and its own brand of coffee for sit-down or takeout. If you can snag a table, try their delicious, large breakfast portions.

Daylight Donuts

At the start of the tour you immediately have spectacular views of the Blue River Valley and the majestic Tenmile Range.

Drive Boreas Pass Scenic Road

Rootstalk is a new American restaurant serving Chef Matt Vawter's take on elevated everyday dining. Rootstalk will focus on lunch and dinner services, serving approachable seasonal food, thoughtfully curated wine and beverage lists, and creative and fun libations.

Rootstalk

Explore the mining heritage of Breckenridge by taking a guided tour of one of the town's first placer, or surface mines.  View the inside of a miner's cabin, feel the original hydraulic mining equipment and learn to pan for gold.

Lomax Placer Mine

Casual steakhouse that also specializes in house-smoked BBQ, with craft beers &amp; a spacious patio.

Kenosha Grill, Smoke & Tap

Tour Breckenridge's Historic District with a local expert and experience 100 years of history.

Breckenridge National Historic District and Walking Tours

Five huge skiable peaks across 2,908 acres, an historic mining town and incredible views help Breck stand out from other ski resorts. Breck displays the charm of an authentic Victorian village with over 200 shops and restaurants and is unlike anywhere else.

Breckenridge Ski Resort

The Haywood Café is the only place to start your day in Keystone. Open daily @ 7AM serving breakfast, lunch and the best Bacon Bloody Mary in Summit County!

Haywood Cafe

Enjoy a relaxing spa service or one of our classes - including paddleboard yoga - combining the fun and challenge of group fitness classes with the adventure and exhilaration of the mountains.

Studio K

Lively resort tavern doling out pub grub &amp; classic Mexican eats, in a casual setting with a patio.

Kickapoo Tavern

The Keystone stables offer Horseback Riding, Draft Horse Clinics,Pony Rides, Wagon Dinners and weekly events. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Rocky Mountains while having an outdoor adventure.

Keystone Stables

The Bighorn Steakhouse offers an outstanding steakhouse dining experience in a casual setting. Located in the Keystone Lodge &amp; Spa adjacent to the Keystone Lake.

Big Horn Bistro and Bar

Restaurant and bar known for live music, cocktails and dining. The menu includes: Steak, Prime rib, Chops, Lobster, King crab, Chicken, Pasta.

Snake River Saloon

The Keystone Lodge &amp; Spa is surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains and thousands of acres of national forest, making it the ideal choice for winter sports enthusiasts.