Beaver Creek

Polished village, quiet slopes and 3 pm cookies.

A gated, upscale resort above Avon with escalators to the slopes, three linked villages and some of the best grooming in Colorado. Lines are usually shorter than at Vail, and it hosts the Birds of Prey World Cup downhill. Suits families and anyone who wants comfort over scene.

The mountain

Vertical drop

3,340 ft

Summit

11,440 ft

Skiable terrain

2,082 acres

Trails

167

Lifts

24

Average snowfall

323″ a year

Terrain mix

• Beginner 28%
• Intermediate 38%
• Advanced 34%

What’s here besides skiing

• Terrain park
• Ice skating
• Cross-country
• Snowshoeing
• Sleigh rides
• Dog sledding
• Spa
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• New Year’sDec 31, 6 pm and 10 pm (annual)Usually

  New Year’s Eve ski-down and fireworks

  A guest ski-down parade at 6 pm with fireworks after, a second show at 10 pm and street performers in the village.

• Opening dayNov 25

  Opening day

  Beaver Creek’s announced first day, the day before Thanksgiving.

• RaceDec 3–13

  Birds of Prey World Cup

  Men’s and women’s World Cup races over two weekends on the Birds of Prey course, with a men’s downhill Dec 4 and a women’s downhill Dec 11.

Where to stay

• ski-in/ski-outPark Hyatt Beaver Creek

  Big lodge at the base of the Centennial lift with a large spa and outdoor pools.

  Slopeside, Beaver Creek Village
• ski-in/ski-outThe Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch

  Grand log-and-stone lodge in the quieter Bachelor Gulch village, on the slopes.

  Slopeside, Bachelor Gulch
• base villageBeaver Creek Lodge

  All-suite hotel in the heart of the village, a short walk to the lifts and rink.

  Beaver Creek Village
• lodgeThe Pines Lodge

  Smaller RockResorts lodge on the hill above the village with a homier feel.

  Above the village
• hotelThe Westin Riverfront

  Avon hotel and condos beside the Riverfront gondola, which links to the slopes.

  Avon, gondola to the mountain
• condoThe Christie Lodge

  All-suite value option in Avon with kitchens and room for families.

  5 min drive

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Beaver Creek Ice Rink · Beaver Creek Village

  Outdoor rink in the middle of the village plaza, ringed by fire pits and shops.

• Afternoon cookies · Village base

  Free warm chocolate chip cookies are handed out at the base every afternoon at 3 pm, a Beaver Creek tradition.

• 4 Eagle Ranch sleigh-ride dinner · ~25 min drive

  Percheron draft horses pull sleighs to a ranch dinner in the valley west of Avon.

• Mountain Musher · ~20 min drive

  Dog sled rides on a ranch above Edwards.

• Vilar Performing Arts Center · Beaver Creek Village

  Intimate theater in the village with winter concerts, comedy and family shows.

• Beaver Creek Nordic Center · On the mountain

  Cross-country and snowshoe trails on the mountain, with rentals and lessons.

Après and nightlife

• Coyote Cafe

  The village’s casual, locals-friendly bar with Tex-Mex food.

• Dusty Boot Saloon

  Western-themed saloon for burgers, margaritas and a lively après crowd.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) · about 25 min drive
• Denver · about 2.25 hr

Directions in Google Maps