Sheraton's Mountain Vista

Avon Area Info:
Visitors will find a number of activities to keep them busy while vacationing in the Beaver Creek/Vail area. Some of the best skiing in the world is found here on the four ski-mountains in the area, boasting nearly 6,300 skiable acres and over 320 trails. Not only is there skiing in the winter, there is snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, tubing and cross country skiing, which are all very popular. And if you really like the cold, try ice fishing! The summer brings people from all over the world to admire the colorful flowers and snow-capped mountains. Enjoy some of the many outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, roller blading, rock climbing, rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, sight seeing and hot air balloon rides. As the streams fill with fish, fly-fishing becomes a popular sport among the locals and tourists.

Most of the locals believe that summer is the best season of the year here due to the exceptional weather and variety of activities available. Vail is home to not only a world-renowned ski mountain, but also many incredible restaurants - everything from family to romantic settings, Vail also has a nightlife that offers everything from intimate piano bars to late-night dance clubs. There is so much to do, you can grab a beer at a neighborhood pub, a martini at a jazz club, mingle with the crowd during weekly street concerts, or stroll down historic Bridge Street with its eclectic mix of boutiques and art galleries to satisfy even the most seasoned shopper. If you choose to visit Vail Valley in the summer you can take part in a variety of activities including, white water rafting, hot air balloon rides, fishing, hiking, or mountain biking.