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Lake County Activites

Biking

From an easy spin to all day epic singletrak adventures... From bicycle festivals to high altitude extreme marathons... the Leadville & Twin Lakes, Colorado area has it all in street and mountain biking opportunities.
Maps for the trail system can be picked up at the local bike shops and the information centers.

Nearby Golf Courses

Breckenridge
The Town of Breckenridge can boast that it is the only municipality in the world to own a Jack Nicklaus designed, 27-hole golf course.The clubhouse sits at an elevation of 9,324 feet. At this elevation the golf ball flies farther and straighter than at lower elevations, as there is less air resistance. The air not only allows you to hit the ball farther, but also offers temperatures that make you forget about the heat of the summer.
Collegiate Peaks Golf
Collegiate Peaks Golf Course is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful and challenging golf courses in Colorado. Lying at the base of the Rocky Mountain's spectacular Collegiate Peaks Range, it is easily accessible - just 1.3 miles west of the stoplight in downtown Buena Vista.
Copper Creek at Copper Mountain
A mix of links and mountain style holes designed by the venerable Pete and Perry Dye, Copper Creek accommodates the novice golfer from the forward tees while still providing a great test for the accomplished golfer. Spellbinding views of the 10 Mile Range provide the perfect backdrop for any golf outing and Copper Creek's outstanding service is sure to impress.
Keystone
Two amazing courses. Thirty-six incredible, championship holes. These have made Keystone one of the nation’s most respected golf resorts. Imagine teeing off what is seemingly the edge of the world, launching your ball into the light, clear, Rocky Mountain air. At Keystone, you’re in for some of the greatest golfing of your life…in one of the most spectacular settings you’ll ever experience.
Mt. Massive Golf Course
The Mt. Massive Golf Course sits at the base of two of Colorado's highest mountains, just outside the historic mining town of Leadville, Colorado. Originally established in 1939, the beauty of the scenery has drawn golfers here for over sixty-five years. This challenging course with small-town charm welcomes players of all ages and abilities to enjoy golfing in a majestic and awe-inspiring setting.
The Raven at Three Peaks
Routed through towering pines, quaking aspens, crystal clear creeks and trout filled lakes; the Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks overloads the senses with Colorado’s mountain beauty. Its spectacular setting and unsurpassed service is matched only by the challenging yet eminently playable Tom Lehman and Hurdzan/Fry golf course design.
Salida Golf Club
The Salida Golf Club was started in 1926 when a golf professional from Colorado Springs, Emmitt Killian, was asked to lay out a golf coarse on the mesa. The original routing and green sites remain to this day, with the only significant changes being tee boxes, bunkers, trees and an irrigation system that was installed in the 80's.. .

Nearby Ski Areas

Arapahoe Basin Colorado ski Are Map
Arapahoe Basin
This year 60-year-old legend offers the highest skiable terrain on the north-American continent. Half of the mountain is above timberline with open bowl skiing and snowboarding through spring and into early summer. One of its signature runs, Pallavincini, is one of Colorado's longest and steepest trails.
reckenrdige Colorado Ski Area Map
Breckenridge
This season is an exciting one here in Breckenridge. New this year, Breckenridge Ski Resort and the Town of Breckenridge boasts a new Gondola that will transform the way visitors access the town and mountain and starts the first of two new base villages at Peak 7 and 8. Breckenridge's Gondola will debut in December 2006, and will set a new standard in the role of mass transit in growth and development.
Copper Mountain Colorado Ski Map
Copper Mountain
The day on the hill just became a little longer because of Copper Mountain's new nighttime jib park, known as "Night Riders Jib Park." The park will be open from 5 to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at the base of the American Eagle lift, adjacent to Burning Stones Plaza in The Village at Copper. The jib park will include boxes, rails, and other urban inspired features. The layout is different each week. The Jib Park is open to skiers and riders of all ability levels at no charge.
Keystone Colorado Ski Area Map
Keystone
Keystone is home to three magnificent mountain playgrounds—Dercum Mountain, North Peak, and The Outback. There’s something special for every skier and rider of any level at each mountain. There are more than 3,000 vertical feet and over 3,000 acres of bumps and bowls, glades and steeps, groomers and rollers to be experienced.
Monarch Mountain
one of the friendliest and most affordable of the Colorado Ski Country Gems, rests astride the Continental Divide in Colorado's Sawatch Mountains. One hundred percent all-natural powder and short to nonexistent lift lines welcome skiers and boarders. Family-orientated, Monarch offers excellent children's programs with hourly, half and full-day lesson schedules.
Ski Cooper

Snowmobiling

White Mountain snowmobiling
White Mountain Tours
is Colorado’s highest snowmobile touring outfit and has been providing a safe and unique experience for guests in the same location, under the same local ownership for over 15 years.

10th Mountain Division & Summit Huts

Francies Cabin
10th Mountain Division
manages a system of 29 backcountry huts in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, connected by 350 miles of suggested routes. We provide a unique opportunity for backcountry skiing, mountain biking, or hiking while staying in safe, comfortable shelter. Huts system includes the popular Summit Huts in Summit County.
10th Mountain takes reservations for a great variety huts, ranging from cabins located within a few miles of a trailhead, to backcountry shelters that are many miles from any other signs of civilization.

White Water Rafting

Arkansas River Outfitters Association
Whether you choose whitewater or quiet water, a kayak or raft, a day trip or a week, a safe trip with the professional members of the Arkansas River Outfitters Association (AROA) will leave you suntanned, excited and filled with good stories.

4-Corners Rafting
Since 1976, Four Corners Rafting has shared the excitement and beauty of Colorado’s rivers with guests of all ages. We offer a variety of trips appropriate for families and first time floaters as well as challenging whitewater excitement and multi-day wilderness trips. Join us this summer for a river adventure that will provide memories to last a lifetime!
KODI Rafting
Since 1986, KODI Rafting has provided trips on some of Colorado’s most spectacular rivers. But our true roots take us back to boating in Colorado since the late 1940’s! KODI Rafting is owned and operated by a 3rd generation Colorado boating family. KODI offers 18 different trip options on 5 different rivers. Voted Summit County’s Favorite Rafting Company - 2002-2006, by the Summit Daily News!

Other

Strikes n Spares Bowling Center
is not your typical bowling alley but a premier bowling center offering 12 lanes of bowling, full kitchen and snack bar, lounge, and a pro shop. Strike-n-Spares Bowling Center features GREAT burgers, FRESH french fries and more..... Try your hand at our pool tables or beat your friend in a game of air hockey. There are several video arcade games to entertain the whole family. Our selection of pinball games can't be beat!



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