After the snow melts and Destinations put their skis away for the summer, many often strap mountain bikes to their cars and continue the trek to the high country for summertime mountain thrills. The Colorado Rockies hold countless opportunities to explore on mountain bikes, and many riders find ski resorts to host some of the best rides in the state not to mention cheap lodging. During the warm summer months, resorts open these 11 mountain biking experiences to ride in Colorado.

Crested Butte Mountain Resort’s Evolution Bike Park contains terrain for nearly every level of mountain biking. Bike enthusiasts around the state consider it a must-ride for Colorado trails.

Telluride Resort offers some of the best mountain scenery in the United States, and its Mountain Village Bike Park allows riders to ride a gondola to access expert mountain biking terrain descending into Mountain Village itself.

Granby Ranch in Grand county is a lesser-known family ski area about 30 minutes past Winter Park. In the summer months, mountain bikers can ride a downhill bike park or explore countless trails on their own.

Copper Mountain, located just off I-70 before Vail Pass, offers downhill mountain biking off the same lifts that service their abundant ski runs. For a mere $20, mountain bikers can ride the lift to the top of the mountain and choose from a variety of runs to ride all the way back to the ski village.

Winter Park is a local favorite for ski enthusiasts and mountain bikers alike. Winter Park’s Trestle Bike Park houses the largest bike rental fleet in the US, and offers riders a downhill experience comparable to the exceptional skiing offered in the winter.

Breckenridge, well-known for its ski culture and classic mountain town, allows riders of any skill level to explore the local trails in and around the ski resort. The resort offers lessons for those just beginning the sport, and the popular Colorado Trail winds directly through the resort.

Keystone Resort, located not far from Breck, advertises mountain bike with the same difficulty levels as their famed ski runs. Riders can choose from Green, Blue, and Black runs to test their prowess on two wheels from top to bottom.

Vail may be one of the most recognized names in skiing within the US, but they are lesser-known for their extensive trails for mountain biking. Multiple lift options bring riders to the top of Vail resort, from where they can journey down to the base of the mountain.

Steamboat Bike Park, located on little-known Highway 40, has expanded its mountain biking trails in past years. With over 2,000 feet in descent, mountain bikers will surely not be disappointed with their riding options.

Purgatory Resort near Durango offers riders a chance to explore the San Juan mountains in southern Colorado. Divinity-Flow Trail is home to the first World Mountain Bike Championships.

Snowmass Bike Park services nearly 3,000 vertical feet for every skill level of mountain biker. Located in Aspen, riders are never disappointed with the scenery surrounding them as they descend to the main village at Snowmass.

Colorado resorts offer mountain biking for anyone and everyone interested in the sport. If you’re looking to visit Colorado under the summer sun instead of winter powder, browse destinationdeals.com to get your trip started.