"CA12U001 CA12U001 When the snow melts into sparkling lakes and rushing streams, Mammoth's summer comes alive. You'll find blue skies, clear warm days, spectacular scenery and a wealth of outdoor activities for the whole family. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, fishing, golf, tennis, hot air ballooning, wind surfing, water skiing, and a variety of special summer events. For more information, call the Mammoth Lakes Visitor Bureau at 800-367-6572.
MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area burst upon the mountain biking scene in 1985 with the Mammoth Kamikaze -- a challenging downhill race off the 11,053 foot summit. This exciting tradition led to the creation of Mammoth Mountain Bike Park.
Our singletrack trail system appeals to cyclists of all abilities and endurance levels. Leisurely cruise the flats, physically challenge yourself on an uphill climb, or enjoy the exhilaration of a downhill run. The gondola is the quickest way to the summit. On top, the air is cool and the view is spectacular -- ideal terrain for mountain biking. Take a deep breath, point your front wheel downhill and get ready for the ride of your life!
Our Bike Center features mountain bike rentals and sales, complete maintenance and repair, accessories, riding apparel, beverages and snacks. Escape the summer heat on a mountain bike ride in the cool Sierra!
HIGH ADVENTURE
Adventure Associates, Inc. presents a unique new way to have fun! Take part in a series of mentally and physically challenging games and exercises offered in the Adventure Challenge Course, Orienteering Course, or 32' Climbing Wall. A great way to promote team building skills for individuals, groups and corporations. 619-934-0606
MAMMOTH ADVENTURE CONNECTION
Offering Adventure Lodging Packages at the Mammoth Mountain Inn. Mountain biking, Adventure Challenge Course, fly fishing, horseback riding, haywagon rides and more. 619-934-0606
SCENIC GONDOLA RIDES & TOURS
Ride the Gondola to the spectacular 11,053 foot summit of Mammoth Mountain! Enjoy an easy guided walk or hike to the Main Lodge, Red's Meadow and more! 619-934-0606
RED'S MEADOW RESORT & PACK STATION
In the heart of the spectacular High Sierra, Red's Meadow is the land of crystal clear streams, emerald lakes, and unspoiled forests - a family vacationland. 800-292-7758
|"CO02U001 CO39U001 Guests who enjoy Vail and Beaver Creek Resort in winter will love them in summer and fall when the snow melts away, revealing the majestic mountains outlined against the impossibly vivid blue of the Colorado sky. Whether it's one activity in particular or a little of everything, the Vail Valley offers a wide choice of exciting outdoor adventures that the entire family will enjoy. A summer vacation in the Vail Valley is an experience filled with memories you will treasure for years to come. For more information call 800-622-3131 ext. 258
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Explore thousands of acres of scenic trails. Cyclists may rent a mountain bike or have their own transported up the mountain on the Lionshead Gondola or Vista Bahn Express at Vail or on the Centennial Express at Beaver Creek Resort.
GOLF AND TENNIS
Golfers and tennis players enjoy plenty of chances to test their skills at altitude on five exciting championship golf courses and at more than 50 public tennis courts located throughout the Vail Valley.
GONDOLA RIDE
Guests can relax and take in the incredible surroundings from a spectacular vantage point aboard a gondola or chairlift gliding up the mountain to savor an informal lunch or alpine picnic.
PINEY RIVER RANCH
The perfect Western getaway, Piney River Ranch offers horseback trail rides, canoeing, fishing, lakeside dining and much more. Enjoy the quiet and seclusion in the heart of the White River National Forest on the edge of the Eagle's Nest Wilderness Area. Groups welcome.
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Outdoor enthusiasts give the highest marks to our excellent trout fishing, whitewater rafting, overnight backpacking and jeep touring in the crisp, clean mountain air and enjoy spectacular scenery.
|"CO04U001 CO05U001 Aspen and Snowmass aren't just ski towns; they offer a wide variety of year-round activities -- everything from vast recreational opportunities to music, dance, and theatre. Sporting possibilities include hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, jeep tours, whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, hot air ballooning, paragliding, tennis, and golf.
Aspen is a model of cultural excellence. Summer in Aspen means enjoying the magnificent concerts of the world-renowned annual Aspen Music Festival. Also, to be enjoyed are the programs of the annual International Design Conference, the Aspen Institute for Humanistic Studies, Theatre in the Park and DanceAspen.
Aspen magically blends big-city sophistication with small-town warmth and charm.
For more information call Aspen Central Reservations at 800-262-7736 or 303-925-9000
|"CO05U001 CO05U001 Aspen and Snowmass aren't just ski towns; they offer a wide variety of year-round activities -- everything from vast recreational opportunities to music, dance, and theatre. Sporting possibilities include hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, jeep tours, whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, hot air ballooning, paragliding, tennis, and golf.
Aspen is a model of cultural excellence. Summer in Aspen means enjoying the magnificent concerts of the world-renowned annual Aspen Music Festival. Also, to be enjoyed are the programs of the annual International Design Conference, the Aspen Institute for Humanistic Studies, Theatre in the Park and DanceAspen.
Aspen magically blends big-city sophistication with small-town warmth and charm.
For more information call Aspen Central Reservations at 800-262-7736 or 970-925-9000
|"CO06U001 CO39U001 Guests who enjoy Vail and Beaver Creek Resort in winter will love them in summer and fall when the snow melts away, revealing the majestic mountains outlined against the impossibly vivid blue of the Colorado sky. Whether it's one activity in particular or a little of everything, the Vail Valley offers a wide choice of exciting outdoor adventures that the entire family will enjoy. A summer vacation in the Vail Valley is an experience filled with memories you will treasure for years to come. For more information call 800-622-3131 ext. 258
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Explore thousands of acres of scenic trails. Cyclists may rent a mountain bike or have their own transported up the mountain on the Lionshead Gondola or Vista Bahn Express at Vail or on the Centennial Express at Beaver Creek Resort.
GOLF AND TENNIS
Golfers and tennis players enjoy plenty of chances to test their skills at altitude on five exciting championship golf courses and at more than 50 public tennis courts located throughout the Vail Valley.
GONDOLA RIDE
Guests can relax and take in the incredible surroundings from a spectacular vantage point aboard a gondola or chairlift gliding up the mountain to savor an informal lunch or alpine picnic.
PINEY RIVER RANCH
The perfect Western getaway, Piney River Ranch offers horseback trail rides, canoeing, fishing, lakeside dining and much more. Enjoy the quiet and seclusion in the heart of the White River National Forest on the edge of the Eagle's Nest Wilderness Area. Groups welcome.
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Outdoor enthusiasts give the highest marks to our excellent trout fishing, whitewater rafting, overnight backpacking and jeep touring in the crisp, clean mountain air and spectacular scenery.
|"CO09U001 CO05U001 Aspen and Snowmass aren't just ski towns; they offer a wide variety of year-round activities -- everything from vast recreational opportunities to music, dance, and theatre. Sporting possibilities include hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, jeep tours, whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, hot air ballooning, paragliding, tennis, and golf.
Aspen is a model of cultural excellence. Summer in Aspen means enjoying the magnificent concerts of the world-renowned annual Aspen Music Festival. Also, to be enjoyed are the programs of the annual International Design Conference, the Aspen Institute for Humanistic Studies, Theatre in the Park and DanceAspen.
Aspen magically blends big-city sophistication with small-town warmth and charm.
For more information call Aspen Central Reservations at 800-262-7736 or 303-925-9000
|"CO12U001 CO12U001 Experience a Rocky Mountain summer in all its splendor. Copper Mountain Resort is the perfect place to return to during the warmer months.
MOUNTAIN BIKE/BICYCLE TRAILS
A chairlift ride exposes you to another season of breathtaking, natural splendor. Available early July through Labor Day Weekend. Through September, the chairlift operates on weekends only for Fall foliage viewing.
WHITEWATER RAFTING
Enjoy whitewater rafting on Colorado's exciting Arkansas and Blue Rivers. All day trips inlcude lunch. Half day trips available.
GOLF
A challenging 6,094 yard, par 70 golf course designed by Pete and Perry Dye. The highest altitude championship golf course in America (9,650 feet). Services and amenities include a fully stocked pro shop, rental equipment, chipping and putting green, driving range, golf instruction, club storage and professional tournament management.
HORSEBACK RIDING
The Copper Mountain Stables have gentle, mature horses available. Trail rides, lessons, pack trips, fishing excursions, beakfast and dinner rides mid-June through mid-September.
TRAIN RIDES
Leadville, Colorado, and South Railroad Company. Take a scenic ride from historic Leadville to the Continental Divide.
TIGER RUN 4X4 TOURS
A guided tour of famous Colorado peaks, mountain passes and historical mining areas. Two to three hour tours available June through September.
SCENIC CANOE TRIPS OSPREY ADVENTURES
Canoe on majestic Lake Dillon. Sunrise and evening photo safari trips are available.
Call 800-458-8386 for events and activities information.
|"CO31U501 CO31U501 The historic town of Leadville and the surrounding area have a lot to offer in the Summer and Fall. Visit historic downtown Leadville for antiques, dining, shopping, lodging and Victorian architecture.
MUSEUMS
There are museums to visit, including the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum and the Healy House & Dexter Cabin Museum.
LEADVILLE, COLORADO & SOUTHERN RAILROAD
Enjoy a train ride departing from a century-old depot and over the old Colorado & Southern high line. See the splendor of Mt. Elbert, Colorado's highest peak. Trips are available May 27 through October 1. 719-486-3936
GOLF
Mt. Massive golf course is North America's highest golf course at an elevation of 9,640 feet. It is a quality, 9-hole mountain course with reasonable rates, friendly and relaxing atmosphere, and outstanding views of Colorado's highest peaks. There is a Pro Shop, driving range, rentals, and restaurant. Open May through October.
FISHING
Crystal Lakes is easily accessible about two miles south of Leadville. Turquoise Lake is a popular spot for fishing, camping, boating, and scenic drives. Camp sites, boat ramps, and shoreline hiking trail. Private campsites with full hookups nearby, including Sugar Loafin' Campground and Lake Fork Mobile and RV Park.
SAWATCH NATURALISTS & GUIDES
Find the hidden and historic secrets of this alpine valley. Simiple hikes, bike trips, outdoor watercolor lessons. Throw a sling, catch a fish, pan for gold, identify wildflowers, pick berries, prowl for beaver and find yourself. Summer or winter, Sawatch is the source. (719) 486-1856
Contact the Leadville Chamber of Commerce at 800-933-3901 or 719-486-3900 for more information.
|"CO33U001 CO05U001 Aspen and Snowmass aren't just ski towns; they offer a wide variety of year-round activities -- everything from vast recreational opportunities to music, dance, and theatre. Sporting possibilities include hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, jeep tours, whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, hot air ballooning, paragliding, tennis, and golf.
Aspen is a model of cultural excellence. Summer in Aspen means enjoying the magnificent concerts of the world-renowned annual Aspen Music Festival. Also, to be enjoyed are the programs of the annual International Design Conference, the Aspen Institute for Humanistic Studies, Theatre in the Park and DanceAspen.
Aspen magically blends big-city sophistication with small-town warmth and charm.
For more information call Snowmass Central Reservations at 800-598-2005 or 303-923-2010
|"CO39U001 CO39U001 Guests who enjoy Vail and Beaver Creek Resort in winter will love them in summer and fall when the snow melts away, revealing the majestic mountains outlined against the impossibly vivid blue of the Colorado sky. Whether it's one activity in particular or a little of everything, the Vail Valley offers a wide choice of exciting outdoor adventures that the entire family will enjoy. A summer vacation in the Vail Valley is an experience filled with memories you will treasure for years to come. For more information call 800-622-3131 ext. 258
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Explore thousands of acres of scenic trails. Cyclists may rent a mountain bike or have their own transported up the mountain on the Lionshead Gondola or Vista Bahn Express at Vail or on the Centennial Express at Beaver Creek Resort.
GOLF AND TENNIS
Golfers and tennis players enjoy plenty of chances to test their skills at altitude on five exciting championship golf courses and at more than 50 public tennis courts located throughout the Vail Valley.
GONDOLA RIDE
Guests can relax and take in the incredible surroundings from a spectacular vantage point aboard a gondola or chairlift gliding up the mountain to savor an informal lunch or alpine picnic.
PINEY RIVER RANCH
The perfect Western getaway, Piney River Ranch offers horseback trail rides, canoeing, fishing, lakeside dining and much more. Enjoy the quiet and seclusion in the heart of the White River National Forest on the edge of the Eagle's Nest Wilderness Area. Groups welcome.
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Outdoor enthusiasts give the highest marks to our excellent trout fishing, whitewater rafting, overnight backpacking and jeep touring in the crisp, clean mountain air and spectacular scenery.
|"CO40U001 CO40U001 Winter Park is located near Rocky Mountain National Park. It's surrounded by over a million acres of Arapaho National Forest and three designated wilderness areas. Thirteen peaks rise above the valley floor to more than 12,000 feet. The big Rocky Mountain Valley is meant to be used and enjoyed. Get out on our championship golf course. Set out on horseback. Use our 600 mile mountain bike trail system. You can even take a Jeep to the top of the Continental Divide.
The following is a sampling of what the Winter Park area has to offer:
HIGH COUNTRY STAMPEDE RODEO
Catch the thrilling action at the hottest little rodeo in Colorado. It's the cowboys vs. the broncs and the bulls Saturday evenings through July and August. Round out the night with a great Western-style BBQ, complete with all the fixin's.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
As the premier mountain bike resort in Colorado and the country, you will find a trail system second to none, the hottest races and festivals, chairlift-accessible riding areas, free guided town rides, ladies-only-excursions, full service bike shops, comprehensive trail maps, and more.
The largest trail system takes you from one end of the Valley to the other, through backcountry meadows and streams, along gentle paths or up steep grades, past towns, historical sites and beautiful vistas. It's a user-friendly system, with trails clearly marked and mapped. No need to transport bikes from one trail to another -- it's interconnected by the new Fraser River Trail.
Get into the high country on more than 600 miles of incredibly diverse trails, including dirt roads, Jeep trails, double and single track routes. The system includes 45 miles of lift-accessible trails and 250 miles of single track lung-busters with names like Mountain Goat and Back Scratcher.
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Held outdoors at the Winter Park base, the Winter Park Jazz and American Music Festival attracts the country's top musicians; past performers include Bonnie Raitt, Lyle Lovett, Wynton Marsalis, and Harry Connick, Jr.
ALPINE SLIDE
Take an exciting ride down Colorado's longest Alpine Slide. Enjoy the thrill of gliding through 26 linked turns on two parallel tracks.
THE LODGE AT SUNSPOT
After a scenic ride on the Zephyr Express chairlift, enjoy this award-winning mountaintop restaurant located at the 10,700-foot summit of Winter Park mountain. Elegant Sunday Brunch. Perfect for deck lunches or picnics and special events.
For more information...
Winter Park Resort, 303-726-5514
Arapaho National Forest, 303-887-3331
Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park, 303-627-3471
Winter Park/Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce, 800-903-7275
Winter Park Central Reservations, 800-729-5839
|"ID22U001 ID22U001 Surrounded by nearly one million acres of wilderness, the Sun Valley / Ketchum area offers the prime setting for any outdoor activity. The area's cultural activities may well redefine the perfect summer day, while the valley lets the West show its best in boundless hiking, biking, fishing, and rafting.
BIKING
Perhaps the best evidence that this community of residents and vacationers is dedicated to outdoor recreation is the more than thirty miles of bike path, coursing along the old Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way. The best source of information on routes, local bike shops provide rentals of gear and touring or mountain bicycles. With a mountain bike, you can jostle off the paved path into the backcountry along hiking trails. Easy to challenging trails parallel the Wood River, cut through streams, and jump over logs.
FISHING
Snow-fed streams and lakes offer fishing and boating. Located just 30 miles south of Ketchum, the Silver Creek Nature Conservancy Preserve attracts anglers worldwide for its blue-ribbon fly fishing. The Big Wood River, Copper Basin, and the headwaters of the Salmon River offer sportsmen of all abilities the opportunity to hook wild trout. Available at local outfitters, permits are required, but the Idaho Department of Fish and Game has designated Saturday, June 11, as a free fishing day.
LOCAL OUTFITTERS
Fourteen local outfitters offer single- or multi-day river trips. Within a 45-minute drive of Sun Valley are three high alpine lakes perfect for windsurfing, water skiing, canoeing, swimming, and camping. Outfitters also offer climbing, hiking,
backpacking, mountain biking, and hunting trips. For those choosing to go solo, maps and guides are available at the Chamber of Commerce, the Sawtooth National Recreation Area Visitor Center, local book stores, and The Community Library.
For more information call The Sun Valley / Ketchum Chamber of Commerce at 800-634-3347 or 208-726-3423.
|"MT03U001 MT03U001 GOLF
An inspiring game awaits you as the sun warms the cool morning mist off the ground and creates the perfect climate for a great day of golf. You must not allow things like spectacular panoramas or the possibility of viewing a passing moose through the willows distract you...this is a serious game. Such "hazards" are common at the Arnold Palmer-designed Big Sky Golf Course which winds along the west fork of the Gallatin River.
This 18-hole, par 72 championship course is 6,500 feet above sea level. The links design offers a challenge for the dedicated player and a pleasant outing for the casual golfer. The Big Sky Golf course also offers a new driving range, practice area and professional instruction.
The pro shop has a complete selection of leisure wear, clubs, rental equipment and carts. The Sandtrap Bar and Grille serves snacks, burgers and sandwiches along with cold beer and cocktails. To reserve your tee time, call 406-995-4706.
WHITEWATER RAFTING
Imagine yourself out on the rocking and rolling waters of the Gallatin River, taming the rapids with the help of an experienced guide on a rafting excursion you'll remember for the rest of your life. You conquer "Whacker Wave", make your way around "House Rock", and speed through the "Mad Mile". Beautiful scenery and loads of fun await you whether you choose a half- or full-day trip, or simply a scenic float on gentler waters. Also available are easy and fun kayaking trips featuring one-person inflatable kayaks. Your Adventures Big Sky guide will orient all participants to make your excursion a safe and enjoyable time for all ages. Allow three hours for a half day or scenic float trip. Our full day whitewater trip includes lunch, and takes approximately seven hours.
You can combine two popular sports, rafting and mountain biking, with the Peddle & Paddle package. Begin the day with an exhilarating mountain bike ride, and then cavort in the afternoon on the white waters of the Gallatin. Call 406-995-2324 for more information.
HORSEBACK RIDING
You can be "Cowboy for a day" at our nearby corrals. Helpful wranglers and gentle horses guide you through adventure-filled trails so you can discover some of the most scenic parts of Montana the way our early settlers did. Gorgeous mountain vistas and wildlife viewing are all part of your trip. Horseback rides from one hour to a full day are available, and trailside lunches can be arranged if desired. All trips are guided by wranglers who will help beginner riders and share some local color and knowledge of the area. Reservations are necessary. Book your ride with the Big Sky stables by calling the Activities Desk at 406-995-4211 ext. 2610.
GONDOLA RIDES
Your Big Sky stay wouldn't be complete without a ride on Lone Mountain on the scenic lift. Breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains will be the highlight of your visit. You may ride the four passenger gondola back down or take time to explore our beautiful area by biking or hiking down one of the many trails. If you're feeling really adventurous, use the gondola summit as the starting point to climb majestic 11,166 foot Lone Mountain. Your scenic lift ticket purchase allows you unlimited rides all day long, and there is not additional fee to bring your mountain bike up the lift. Purchase your tickets at Big Sky Sports in the Mountain Mall at the Mountain Village.
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Your Big Sky adventure wouldn't be complete without setting aside a day for a Yellowstone safari. America's oldest and best known national park lies a short 18 miles south of Big Sky, and its west entrance is only 45 miles away.
You will encounter favorite sights such as Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, and much more. You may see buffalo herds numbering in the hundreds, elk moving to greener pastures, ducks, geese and swans adrift on the river, and bald eagles in flight. Take a walk on one of the Park's multitude of boardwalk trails to view the natural wonder of Yellowstone's thermal features, or see the rewarding rebirth of the flora and fauna since the great fires of 1988. Yellowstone Park is a national treasure not to be missed.
|" The town of Red Lodge, strategically located in the Beartooth/ Absaroka Mountain Range, is considered to be the most beautiful gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Here is a selection of activities to enjoy during the non-winter months. For more information, contact the Red Lodge Chamber of Commerce at 406-446-1718.
BACKPACKING AND HIKING
The majestic Beartooth Mountains offer miles of trails and spectacular scenery. Many of the trail heads can be reached from picnic areas or designated trail markers around Red Lodge. Topographical maps are available at the Red Lodge Visitor Center.
BOATING
Boating areas are at Cooney Dam Reservoir, Yellowtail Dam and Big Horn Reservoir. Wind surfing opportunities are provided at Cooney Reservoir. Rock Creek offers areas for kayaking.
CAMPING
Many public campgrounds are maintained in the Custer National Forest, site of many outdoor recreational opportunities in the Red Lodge area. Sixteen Forest Service campgrounds are operated around Red Lodge. Detailed maps and information on campsites, facilities and fees can be obtained from the Custer National Forest, Beartooth District, 406-446-2103.
FISHING
Fishermen have access to many streams, rivers and lakes in the Red Lodge area. Popular fishing sites include Rock Creek and the Stillwater, Boulder, Big Horn and Yellowstone Rivers. Lake fishing sites include Cooney Dam Reservoir, Hellroaring Lakes, Greenough lake, Wild Bill Lake and numerous alpine lakes in the Beartooths.
GOLF
Two courses; an 18-hole, par 72 public course and the Elks Club course, a 9-hole course with sand greens. Call 406-446-3344 for tee time.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Ride across wildflower fields, up mountain sides, through pine forests on guided horseback trips around Red Lodge. All types of rides are offered.
HUNTING
Montana is a hunter's paradise. Ducks, geese and other waterfowl, as well as pheasant, grouse, and turkeys, are abundant. Big game such as elk, mule and white tailed deer, antelope, black bear, mountain lion, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, and moose can be found within a few minutes drive.
|"NC07U501 NC07U501 Sugar Mountain Resort is a year-round resort which welcomes hikers, mountain bikers, golfers and tennis players.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Sugar Mountain has over 10 miles of double track and numerous single track trails for intermediate and advanced riders. A majority of the trails are accessible year-round and other are restricted during the winter ski season. There is no trail fee. (Ride at your own risk.)
GOLF
The Village of Sugar Mountain Golf Course is an 18 hole, par 64 course. The course plays 4,488 yards from the blue tee; 4,198 yards from the white tee; and 3,470 from the red tee. The course also has a Pro Shop, 60 electric carts, and a resident pro. For more information on tee times call 704-898-6464.
TENNIS
The Village of Sugar Mountain has six fast-dry clay courts, a pro shop and a resident pro. Weekly tennis activities and instruction are available. For more information or reservations, call 704-898-6746.
|"NM07U001 NM07U001 Located 48 miles north of Taos, New Mexico, the Rio Costilla Valley's cool summers add to the excitement of horseback riding, outdoor cookouts, chairlift rides, musical reviews, mountain biking, fly fishing, and more.
For more information, contact 1-800-2-ASK RIO.
|"NM10U001 NM10U001 Taos offers visitors a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, including white water rafting, hiking, fishing, biking, and camping. In addition, this historic, tri-cultural community supports a half dozen exciting museums, historic sites, and excellent shopping opportunities. Call the Taos County Chamber of Commerce for more details at 1-800-732-8267.
|"UT04U001 UT04U001 Brighton offers a perfect natural environment for outdoor enthusiasts. Hikers and mountain bikers have a multitude of trails (footpaths and mountain ski runs) of all lengths and ability levels to choose from for a day in the mountains.
Near the base area, Silver Lake is a short hike or bike ride to water recreation or fishing. Silver Lake is stocked with fish.
|"UT08U001 UT08U001 Complementing the variety of activities available within Park City is an array of recreational opportunities just beyond Park City's borders. For more information call 800-453-1360.
PARK CITY SILVE MINE ADVENTURE
A family-oriented entertainment attraction highlighting Park City's rich mining heritage in an exciting and educational setting. Guests of all ages will enjoy discovering the wonder and amazement of a real silver mine that operated from the 1890s to the 1980s.
WATER SPORTS
About 20 minutes from Park City are four reservoirs: Rockport, Echo, and Deer Creek, and Jordanelle offering water skiing, fishing, sailboarding, sailing, and swimming.
East of Park City is the Wasatch-Cache National Forest offering 244,000 acres of wilderness for hiking, camping and fishing in a spectacular setting.
TRAIN RIDE
Nearby in Heber City is the Heber Valley Historic Railroad. This turn-of-the-century steam-powered train journeys into Provo Canyon. 801-654-5601
HORSEBACK RIDES
Get ready for a real Western adventure. Park City Stablers offers a horseback ride that combines the spirit of the Old West with the majesty of the Rocky Mountains -- panoramic alpine views, aspens rustling in the mountain breeze, ghostly remnants of silvermine buildings, wildlife and wildflowers, and great cowboy grub! Call 801-645-7256 or 801-649-8111, or write Park City Stables, PO Box 680846, Park City, UT 84068.
PARK MEADOWS GOLF CLUB
Golf from 7:00 a.m. to sundown on this Jack Nicklaus-designed, 18-hole championship golf course. Home of the Senior PGA Tour Franklin Quest Championship. Public and groups welcome. 801-649-2460
ALPINE SLIDE
Known as a summertime "must" for anyone visiting Park City, the Alpine Slide offers a half-mile of curves and drops that promise to satisfy with thrills and chills. Also spectacular, enjoy an Alpine Slide ride under the stars with a magical view of the lights of Park City. Riders control their own speed coming down the dual track. 801-647-5333
SILVER PUTT MINIATURE GOLF
Our 18-hole miniature golf course is blended into a beautifully terraced hillside surrounded with wild and domestic flowers. While challenging your skills, enjoy the waterfalls, ponds and fresh mountain air. Golf throughout the day or, for a special treat, play under the stars. Whenever you play, you'll have a terrific time. 801-647-5333
LITTLE MINER'S PARK
Summer at Park City Ski Area is designed for every age. In the heart of an alpine setting, we offer rides specifically designed for children age six and under. They can expect hours of enjoyment riding our train, soaring high in the air on our airplanes, pretending they're on their favorite animal while riding the carousel, or riding high on our ferris wheel.
|"UT12U001 UT12U001 Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort remains active year around. Each summer Snowbird hosts a variety of artists, composers and scholars. Snowbird also provides many ways to enjoy the outdoors. The Interpretive Nature trail is accessible to the disabled. The Snowbird Tram provides breath-taking views to the top of 11,000 Hidden Peak. Mountain biking, hiking and tennis are also popular summer time activities.
|"VT20U001 VT20U001 In the warmer months, a peaceful canoe trip on the Lamoille River or an unhurried drive through Smugglers' Notch bring out the Stowe area's natural beauty. In town, visitors enjoy walking, running, cycling, and in-line skating on the paved Recreation Path, as well as the Stowe Historic Walking Tour, Helen Day Art Center, antiques, art galleries, and summer stock theater. And there's a fair or festival every weekend during the summer and fall in Stowe, from the Flower Festival to the Vermont Mozart Festival to the Antique and Classic Car Rally.
GOLF
The Stowe Golf Course offers a par-72 championship course in a majestic-setting. Located on Cape Cod Road, just off the Mountain Road, the 6,213-yard course takes players past spectacular mountain overlooks and forest glens. Many amenities are available, including golf carts, equipment rentals, and locker facilities.
The teaching program at the Stowe Golf School is so successful that Stowe actually guarantees improvement in any golfer's game. The school teaches two-, three-, and five-day sessions from May through October. A variety of golf packages are available, including entire golf school vacations, and special sessions can be arranged for groups.
For more information about activities and attractions call 1-800-24-STOWE.
|"VT21U001 VT21U001 Stratton Mountain is a year-round resort where you can enjoy golf, tennis, mountain biking, concerts and summer theater, horses, canoe trips, fishing and hiking.
GOLF
The Stratton Mountain Country Club is rated by Golf Digest as one of New England's finest golf courses. It offers 27 holes on three separate nines called Lake, Forest and Mountain. Each August the McCall's LPGA Classic is held at Stratton where the top women's players play for the $500,000 purse.
The Stratton Golf School features small teaching groups and state-of-the-art teaching aids.
For reservations, and tournament information call 1-800-STRATTON.
TENNIS
Stratton is also a mecca for tennis. Each year the Volvo and U.S. Women's Hardcourts are held here.
The Tennis School, run by USPTA pro Kelly Gunterman, offers special weekend and week-long programs with daily instruction, unlimited court time, and video analysis to help improve any aspect of the game.
For reservations, and tournament information call 1-800-STRATTON.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Stratton's mountain biking terrain has something for everyone, from easy-to-ride country roads for families to cruise around all day, to the new single tracks that have been cut on the upper mountain. "Mudsuckers" will love to take the Gondola to the summit in 8 minutes and then take a wild kamikaze ride down.
For more information call 1-800-STRATTON.
CONCERTS
"LIVE at Stratton" begins each July 4th weekend. Previous headliners have been Mary Chapin Carpenter, the Crash Test Dummies, Peter, Paul and Mary, the Tempations and Four Tops, Hootie and the Blowfish, the Allman Brothers and many more.
For tickets and concert information call Protix at 1-800-955-5566.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
The Resort Activities Center located right in Stratton Village can arrange all sorts of activities to suit almost any wish.
For more information call 1-800-STRATTON.
|"VT22U001 VT22U001 With outstanding golf and tennis facilities, the Sugarbush Conference Center, mountain bike rentals, chair lift rides, fly fishing clinics, and Camp Sugarbush for kids 6 to 10 years old, Sugarbush keeps going strong as the Green Mountains turn green and gold. For more information call 800-53-SUGAR or 802-583-3333
GOLF
When Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and the natural features of the Sugarbush countryside got together in 1962, the result was 6,524 yards of sculpted and breathtaking mountain terrain complete with 18 challenging holes, deep bunkers and plenty of doglegs. Par 72. Slope 128.
TENNIS SCHOOL AND CLUB
TENNIS Magazine called Sugarbush "the most dynamic tennis school in the country." With 24 courts (including 10 Har-Tru and five red clay courts) and a guaranteed maximum 4:1 student-teacher ratio, it's not hard to understand why Sugarbush is the only tennis school that guarantees participants will be better tennis players when they leave.
THE MAD RIVER VALLEY
The Mad River Valley has enough pleasant diversions for a lifetime. With plenty of hiking, back-road biking, horseback riding, bracing swims in the Mad River, soaring, canoeing, polo and tennis tournaments, leaf-peeping, quilted pizza and antique quilts, craft festivals, classical music, and just soaking up the sun--the lazy days of summer and autumn just fly by.
|"WY03U001 WY03U001 During the summer months at Grand Targhee, you can set your own pace choosing outdoor activities at such as horseback riding, nature walks, hiking, mountain biking, swimming and tennis. Nearby there is river rafting, fly fishing and soaring.
Targhee is a quiet, easy home base from which to explore nearby Yellowstone Park, Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole.
CHAIRLIFT RIDES
Take a ride to the top for world class views of the Tetons, the Big Holes and a splendid three state (Wyoming, Idaho and Montana) panoramic sight.
HORSEBACK RIDING
With Grand Targhee's wranglers, corrals, tack shed and horses, you can take advantage of daily trail rides, overnight trail rides, hayride dinners, and riding lessons. Both English and Western style riding are offered.
BIKING
Mountain bike rentals are available for adults and children. Tours, lessons, and chairlift rides to the top are available for an additional fee.
CLIMBING WALL
The climbing wall is the ideal place to learn how to rock climb. Instructors will teach climbing techniques to students ages 4 and up. Other guided climbing opportunities are available.
HIKING
Because the Tetons are nestled in the Targhee National Forest, hiking is absolutely unbeatable. Self-guided nature tours, backcountry guided treks and local hiking destinations are available.
KIDS CLUB AND BABIES' CLUB
The Kid's Club is the place for kids 3-7 years old. (Children 8-12 can participate in Targhee Institute programs.) Professional staff will combine hiking, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, climbing wall, nature and art activities to suit your child's interests. The Babies' Club is for infants and toddlers. Resevations are required for both Kid's and Babies' Club.
FISHING
Idaho is famous for its trout fishing. Contact the Activity Center for information about fishing sites, licenses and fishing guides.
GOLF
Targhee Village (a few miles west of Grand Targhee) has a fun 9 hole course. There are also world class golf courses located in Jackson, Wyoming.
TENNIS
Enjoy a healthy game of tennis at 8,000 feet under the big, blue Wyoming sky.
