Vail is as compelling in summer as winter — 28 hiking trails from the village, gondola-accessed mountain biking on the Epic Discovery park, and wildflower meadows at 11,000 feet.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
The summer transformation of Vail Mountain is extraordinary — the ski runs become wildflower meadows, the gondola lifts hikers and mountain bikers to 11,570 feet, and 28 trails fan out from the village in every direction. Epic Discovery on the mountain offers a summer adventure park (ropes courses, zip lines, mountain coasters) that appeals to families and adrenaline seekers alike. The hike from the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola to the Game Creek Bowl is a beautiful short alpine walks in Colorado. Summer lodging rates are 40–60% lower than winter.
What Stands Out
- 28 village hiking trails
- Gondola access to 11,570 ft
- High-alpine wildflower meadows
- Epic Discovery adventure park
- Extensive mountain biking terrain
- Summer rates 40–60% lower than winter
- Peak wildflower season in July