Each summer in Colorado, the mountains come alive with millions of vibrant, colorful wildflowers that sway in the breeze and brighten up the landscape. With wildflower season quickly approaching, we've compiled the best places to gaze upon wildflowers at Colorado's ski resorts. Whether you're adventuring by car, on bike or on foot, Colorado Ski Country offers dozens of ways to see these breathtaking wildflowers across the state. 

Are you hungry for adventure this summer? Hiking, biking, paddling and exploring Colorado's ski resorts can work up quite an appetite. Luckily, our member resorts can satisfy your cravings with dozens of delicious on-mountain restaurants and foodie festivals serving up delightful dishes all summer. 

On-Mountain Eateries

Arapahoe Basin

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area will offer on-mountain dining this summer at the 6th Alley Bar & Grill

Are you ready to try your hand at downhill mountain biking this summer? Colorado is a mecca for mountain biking trails and bike parks, with endless options for new and exciting biking adventures. If you're not sure where to start, try out these mountain biking trails at Colorado ski resorts that have been praised as the best trails for beginners. 

Winter Park

At Winter Park Resort, first-time mountain bikers should

Activities Include 9th Annual Chocolate Festival, Trestle Bike Park Opening, and More

Winter Park Resort will open summer operations this Saturday, June 16 with a big kick-off weekend that includes the 9th annual Winter Park Chocolate Festival and the opening of Trestle Bike Park.  

Starting at 10 a.m., the Winter Park Chocolate Festival, which will include 20 different vendors, is a must

Athletes, On-Mountain Professionals and Industry Leaders Honored for Dedication and Excellence

Colorado Ski Country USA Double Diamond Award Winners Top Row L-R: Leif Eggert, Winter Park Resort; Dustin Ford, Copper Mountain; Sterling Bommarito, Purgatory Resort; Bob Reich, father of Jack Reich, Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; Sean Mase, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area. Bottom Row: Eric Jorgensen, Telluride Ski Resort; Ryan Latham, Aspen Snowmass; Dana Antonio, Steamboat Resort; Award Presenter Olympic Bronze

2017-18 Season Beats Five Year Average by A Nose

Photo Credit Top Row (L-R): Scott DW Smith, Purgatory Resort

There’s something special about the summer festival season. Wonderful warm weather, bluebird skies, delicious food, drinks and entertainment. Colorado’s ski areas offer a unique festival experience, with breathtaking Colorado mountain views and gorgeous scenery to complement the fun. Colorado ski resorts host a wide variety of summer festivals, focusing on everything from food and music to adventurous multi-day athletic competitions and more.

Here’s your one-stop guide to the Summer 2018 festival season at Colorado ski resorts around the state:

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Summer in Colorado means beautiful weather, bluebird skies and world-class hiking trails across the state. If you're looking to explore the Colorado mountains this summer, you'll want to check out this list of the best hiking trails at every Colorado ski resort that will offer on-mountain hiking this summer. Pack up the sunscreen, water, your sturdiest hiking boots and your sense of adventure for these fun, family-friendly hiking trails. 

Arapahoe Basin

In Colorado Ski Country, Memorial Day Weekend is an exciting time of year. Several ski areas are opening their slopes for summer operations, while the holdouts (like A-Basin) are still offering skiing and riding. Whether you’re looking for slushy spring turns, an early start to the mountain biking season, live music, a film festival, or a family-friendly summer getaway, Colorado’s ski areas have something for you this holiday weekend.

Memorial Day Weekend events in the mountains include:

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