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Winter Park
Fraser Valley

The Towns of Winter Park and Fraser are situated in a high mountain park at elevations of over 8,800 feet. Three wilderness areas, Indian Peaks, Byers Peak and Vasquez, and Arapahoe National Forest surround these two towns. Rocky Mountain National Park is nearby with 265,727 acres of natural land and wildlife habitat.

Winter Park and the Fraser Valley, Colorado is a place where people are friendly, the atmosphere is unpretentious, and the lifestyle is easy-going. This is a region where visitors can choose to relax, play hard or just sit back and enjoy the majestic beauty of the great Colorado outdoors. Before you go, pick out some discounts, summer deals and coupons here for savings on your visit to Winter Park and Fraser. Fraser, Colorado is a mere five miles northwest of Winter Park. Hike, mountain bike, horseback ride, hay ride, fish, raft, hot air balloon, horseback ride, or hunt. Don’t miss the High Country Stampede and Rodeo every Saturday night in July and August! Enjoy a round of golf at Pole Creek, Grand Elk or Granby Ranch and confirm that your golf ball really does go farther at high altitude. Relax in any of 18 pools, including two private cave-like rooms at the hot springs. Browse unique boutiques and shops or explore the museum.

The Fraser Valley offers perfect year-round opportunities for those seeking an exceptional vacation experience. The area offers every lodging, dining and activity choice imaginable. Stay in the comfort of a fine hotel or enjoy camping in majestic mountains. Other accommodations include bed & breakfast inns, motels, hotels, resorts, vacation rental homes and condos, RV parks and more. Restaurants range from fast-food to haute cuisine. Casual or formal, indoor or outdoor, this area has it all! In the summer time, enjoy the lush mountain valley and the many activities it has to offer from hiking to fishing to mountain biking to golf at two fantastic mountain resort areas; Winter Park Resort, and Granby Ranch (formerly Sol Vista Golf & Ski Ranch).

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Summer time at Winter Park was made for thrill seekers. Ride the 610-foot vertical drop on Colorado's longest Alpine Slide or enjoy the amazing views from the Zephyr Scenic Chairlift Ride. Enjoy an alpine hike or mountain bike ride on the resort's 50 miles of lift-accessible single-track trails. Two trails are designated exclusively for hikers. Beginning and experienced climbers can learn and practice their climbing skills on either an indoor or an outdoor climbing wall. Other Winter Park family activities include the Leaps and Bounds Bungee, the Human Maze, the Rock 'n Roll Gyro and many more. Winter Park, Colorado has fun for everyone.

Summer time at Granby Ranch echoes with the cries of eagles, birdies and "Fore"! Eighteen challenging holes await you. There is more to Granby Ranch than golf. Colorado’s largest natural lake, Grand Lake, is a short drive away. Come and rent a fishing boat, kayak, pedal boat or even pontoon boat. Take a lake tour and learn about the history and folklore of the area. In July, enjoy the Grand County Blues Festival with live entertainment and musical workshops. A short distance to the north is the ever-so-popular and spectacular Rocky Mountain National Park.

Established in 1915, Rocky Mountain National Park showcases the living grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. Elevations in the park range from 8,000 feet in wet, grassy valleys to 14,259 feet at the weathered top of Long's Peak. A visit to the park offers opportunities for countless breathtaking experiences and adventures. Wildlife such as elk, mule deer, moose, bighorn sheep, black bears, coyotes, cougars, eagles, hawks and scores of smaller animals is in abundance. Summer splashes the towering mountains, steep hillsides and distant valleys with a gorgeous array of colors. Bring your camera and delight in the numerous photographic opportunities. Hike, backpack, fish or horseback ride in scenic splendor. Other park activities include fly fishing, bird watching, camping, wildlife viewing and wildflower hikes. Drive to the Continental Divide on the awe-inspiring Trail Ridge Road. Trail Ridge Road is Rocky Mountain National Park's heavily traveled highway to the sky. The road covers 48 scenic miles between Grand Lake on the west and Estes Park on the east side. Enjoy thrilling views, wildlife sightings and spectacular floral alpine panoramas, all from the comfort of your car. Be sure to set aside a day for this trip.

This really is Colorado at its best. Use the discount coupons on this site for great deals discounts and savings and see for yourself why Winter Park and Fraser are such popular summer vacation destinations.



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