Perfect for families who love food & dining, snow & skiing, nature.
America's largest single ski mountain, wrapped in a Tyrolean village built entirely for the sport it worships.
What makes this a standout family trip.
Teenagers, young adults and kids will love Vail’s mix of family attractions, dining and days out.
5,289 acres and seven legendary Back Bowls that make Vail Mountain the third-largest ski area in the country, drawing intermediate cruisers and powder chasers alike.
Altitude (pace the first day, hydrate); cold, snowy winters — layers; changeable mountain weather.
Summer (Jun–Sep) for hiking; winter (Dec–Mar) for snow
winter ski/snow season; hiking & scenic drives (spring–autumn); holiday-season events (Nov–Dec).
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