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Paragon Guides is one of Colorado's premier guide services providing quality outdoor adventures since 1978, throughout the White River National Forest of the central Rocky Mountain region and along the now famous 10th Mountain Division Hut System. We offer a variety of backcountry adventures including hut-to-hut backcountry skiing, llama trekking, mountain biking, wilderness camping, mountaineering, backcountry fishing and classic rock climbing. Their participatory approach to guiding has given many individuals and families a true sense of personal involvement in their adventure experience. Please call 877-926-5299 to schedule an outdoor adventure.
For the outdoor enthusiast and adventurer, contact Timberline Tours at 800.831.1414 for both river rafting trips and off-road Jeep tours.
From a relaxing, sun-drenched float trip down the upper Colorado River to the heart-pounding adventure of the Class V Gore Canyon, Timberline Tours offers a Colorado river rafting experience for everyone. Be sure to bring a wetsuit, that water will be cold!
If you'd like something on the tamer side, try a Vail Jeep tour. Explore the Rockies off the beaten path and see wildlife, wildflowers, and mountain vistas like you never have before.
Soar into the skies above the Vail Valley and enjoy breathtaking views from a hot air balloon. Transportation to/from Beaver Creek is provided. For more information call (800)785-4743 or (970)328-2290. More information at their website.
Golf in October in the mountains is indeed possible....there are still a few courses open late in the fall season. But if you want to golf, cross your fingers for no snow!
The Beaver Creek Golf Club, nestled against the slopes of Beaver Creek Mountain, is one of the longest established golf courses in the Vail Valley. Opened in 1982, the course was designed by noted course architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and is known and respected for its long, narrow challenging fairways and its stunning scenery.
For additional information, including greens fees and to schedule a tee time, please visit the Beaver Creek Golf Club Website
Another option is the Valley Course at Cordillera. The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera features access to six championship golf courses, designed by several of the greatest names in golf – Jack Nicklaus, Hale Irwin, Tom Fazio, Dave Pelz, and Greg Norman. Combining challenging courses, breathtaking scenery, and topnotch facilities, The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera is an ideal golf getaway. The Valley Course was designed by Tom Fazio; due to it's lower elevation and southern exposure it's able to remain open longer than the other Cordillera courses. For more information, please visit Cordillera Valley Course Website.
Located just 16 miles from Beaver Creek, 4 Eagle Ranch's setting offers breathtaking mountain views while on horseback. Call (970) 926-3372 to reserve your ride or visit their website.
Located 45 miles west of Beaver Creek, the Glenwood Springs Hot Springs Lodge & Pool features two separate pools that are open year round. The Yampah spring flows water at 122 degrees Farenheit, so fresh water is added for cooling purposes. The Glenwood Springs pool is shown in the picture.
Or visit the Yampah Spa Vapor Caves, natural underground hot mineral water steam baths, also located in the historic hot springs mountain town of Glenwood Springs. Open every day from 9 am to 9 pm. Call 970-945-0667 to make a spa reservations within the vapor caves.
The Indian Springs Resort is located in Idaho Springs, 75 miles east of Beaver Creek but just 30 miles west of Denver. Indian Springs offers a variety of relaxing hot springs, from a large pool to cave baths and indoor private baths. 302 Soda Creek Road, Idaho Springs, CO 80542. Call 303-989-6666 for more information.
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park offers something for everyone. Enjoy spectacular views as you rise 4300 feet to the top of Iron Mountain on a fully-enclosed tram. Explore the underground caves with a variety of tour options. Several thrill rides allows you to race down the mountain on a track or zipline, or even swing out 1300 feet over the Colorado river. The thrill rides are a seasonal attraction, so check with the park before making your plans.
Visit the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, located in historic Leadville, the highest incorporated city in the United States. Surrounded by the highest mountains in Colorado, the museum is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. For more information, call 719-486-1229 or visit www.mininghalloffame.org.
The Georgetown Loop Railroad brings Colorado history to life in a fun adventure for the entire family. The beauty of the Rocky Mountains srrounds you as an old-time steam locomotive chugs its way up the canyon, hauling your train past the remains of several gold and silver mines.