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Denver Ski Bus - new weekend ski shuttle, making trips to Winter Park. http://www.denskibus.com

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Destinations West

800-545-9378
www.mtnlodging.com
Winter Park lodging at it's finest, that is what you can expect in a vacation rental from Destinations West, located in Winter Park, Colorado. From private homes, to town homes and duplexes, we have just the right lodging options for you

Winter Park Fraser Valley Chamber
800.903.7275
This is our open space. Come get yours. World class views, national parks, skiing, snowboarding, music fests, and more!

78665 US Hwy 40
Winter Park, CO 80482
888.726.8088
970.726.8822
Walk to over 20 restaurants. Free hot breakfast and 12 and under are free. Suites and condominium options available. Expanded satellite TV, free local calls, hot tub.

Winter Park
Lodging Company

(877) 329-1383
We have the best rentals in Winter Park including condos, homes, and town homes in town, at the resort base and also in Fraser.











Winter Park & The Fraser Valley is known for its family-friendly activities, authentic towns and affordability. In the winter, skiers and riders enjoy over 350 inches of snowfall and plenty of sunshine. And in the summer, there are 200+ exciting events and hikers and bikers can explore over 600 miles of trails - giving the area its moniker "Mountain Bike Capital USA™". All this high-altitude adventure for any season, just 67
miles from Denver. Come explore Colorado's Wide Open Spaces… 0 reasons to be anywhere else.

Fast Fact - "Park to Park Connection" - Winter Park is the mountain park for the city of Denver. Home to 2 ski resorts: Winter Park Resort and SolVista Basin at Granby Ranch. 588,000 acres of open space to explore.

Winter Park and Fraser Valley Chamber
800.979.0334
visitorcenter@playwinterpark.com
www.playwinterpark.com
Events



Full Moon Ski, Iceskate & Snowshoe, Dec. 10, Jan 7, Feb. 4, March 8, Devil's Thumb Ranch

Mary Jane Tele-Daze, Dec. 11, Jan 8, Feb. 8, March 4, Winter Park Resort, From first timers to bumpers, this Telemark series is for folks looking to free their heels and improve their skills. Our certified coaches will show you how to get started the right way and they will treat you to lunch as well. All ski levels are welcome for these 6-hour sessions.

Fraser Valley Elementary Choir Holiday Show at Cooper Creek Square, Dec. 12 4pm, Visit Cooper Creek Square and share the warmth of the season with a holiday performance by the Fraser Valley Elementary Choir. Share holiday wishes with Santa after the show.

Rocky Mountain Freestyle Moguls Open. Dec 11-12, Winter Park Resort

SolVista Basin at Granby Ranch Opening Day, Dec. 14, SolVista Basin at Granby Ranch

Smartwool Ski Cup, Dec. 17, Winter Park Resort

Grand County Day, Dec. 18, SolVista Basin, Bring your Grand County ID, with a small bag of groceries to be donated to Mountain Family Center, and receive a free full-day lift ticket to SolVista Basin on Saturday, December 18th. Join us as we light the tree outside Seven Trails Grille at dusk to celebrate the holiday season. Sign up for our newsletter at GranbyRanch.com for local specials throughout the season, including free lift tickets for Grand County students.

Winter Wonderland at Granby Ranch, Dec. 24-31, SolVista Basin

Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks, Dec. 24, Winter Park Resort

Every Saturday in January, February & March Free Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides at Cooper Creek Square: 4pm-7pm. Enjoy the starry winter nights with a horse drawn carriage ride through downtown Winter Park every Saturday evening in January, February and March. Start your ride at Cooper Creek Square where you'll find the best shopping, dining and entertainment in downtown Winter Park.

Gravity Goddess 3-Week Progressive Ski Camp, Jan. 2, 9, 23, Winter Park Resort, Looking to develop your skiing in a fun, supportive environment? This program offers three consecutive Monday sessions, six hours of coaching per day, and lunch at Mary Jane. You'll have the same coach for each session. Skiers must be comfortable on blue trails. Skiers only, please.

Vista Vibe Acoustics, Jan 7, Jan 14, SolVista, Vista Vibe is a free après ski concert series every Saturday from 2-5 pm. Chair lifts will be open from 9-4 pm and again from 5-8 pm every Saturday night for Night Skiing & Tubing. The Vista Vibe Acoustic concert series features a different singer-songwriter each week by the fire at Seven Trails Grille, and is free for all ages

Night Skiing & Tubing, Jan 7 to April 8, SolVista, Enjoy night skiing and tubing under the lights from 5-8 pm every Saturday from January 1 to April 8, and every night from December 26 to December 30 during "Winter Wonderland." Visit Seven Trails Grille for dinner and drinks, or warm up outside by the fire. Cost for night skiing is $12/ person; tubing is $14/person; or combo ticket is $20/person. Please call 1.970.887.5123 for more information.

Skijoring Clinic, Jan 7, Feb 5, Feb. 26, Devils Thumb Ranch, Learn to ski with your dog!
Cost: $30 with own leash, harness; $45 package that includes clinic, harness and trail pass; ski rental equipment available for $10

Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup 2GS, Jan 10-13, Winter Park Resort,

University of Denver Invitational, Jan 20, Devils Thumb Ranch

Winter Park Snow Show Series, Jan. 21st, 5k starting and stopping at Hideaway Park with two laps heading to the old Poma chairlift of the scenic Idlewild Resort

24th Annual Governor's Cup, Jan 21, Devils Thumb Ranch, Participate or spectate -- this annual event brings skiers of all ages and abilities together for a day of racing, camaraderie and fun. $5,000 in cash and prizes, awarded to winners in 5km, 15km, 30 km races. 1K & 3K kids races. Includes BBQ for race participants.

Winter Park Snowfest presented by Sprint®,
January 20-22, 2012. Come help us celebrate Mary Jane's Birthday with live music, drink specials, a parade, fireworks, and so much more! The event also celebrates one of Winter Park's most famous gals - Mary Jane. Winter Park Resort will host Mary Jane's Birthday Bash with daily events including free bump tips, a snow sculpture contest, live music, and delicious Après Ski birthday cake (outside of the Club Car, on the Mary Jane base, at 2:15pm).
This year we are changing the Mary Jane Look-a-Like contest a little bit. Instead of competing for being the best to dress like Mary Jane, everone wins! Anyone dressed like Mary Jane, on Friday & Saturday, gets $1 Mary Jane Ale's and $3 Jager specials. Winter Park Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce will carry the celebration into Saturday evening with a main street parade, fireworks and family fun activities. For county-wide events celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 1911 Grand Winter Sports Carnival, click here.

Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup, Jan, 23-27, Winter Park Resort

Mary Jane Bump Jamboree, Jan 25, Feb. 18, Mach 11, Winter Park Resort, This mogul clinic is for everyone from novice bumpers to Mary Jane zipper-line skiers. You'll get six hours of coaching with Winter Park's top coaches along with special gifts from our sponsors and Lunch. Groups are split according to ability and goals. From blue bumps to double-black bumps, we've got a group for you. Skiers must be comfortable on blue terrain. Skiers only, please.

Bob's Mogul Camp, Jan 27-29, Feb 8-10, Feb 22-24, Winter Park Resort, There's no better place to bump it up than at the home of North America's best natural bump runs. With 6 hours of daily coaching from our Pros, you'll be bumping with the best in no time. Winter Park Ski & Ride School Director, Bob Barnes and his top mogul coaches will perfect your bump skiing whether you're a novice or an expert. Groups are based on ability level and range from blue bump runs to double diamond bump runs.

SIA On Snow Demofest, Jan 30-31, 2012

Snowsports Industry Association (SIA) Snow Show & On-Snow Nordic Demos, Jan 30-31, Devils Thumb Ranch, Devil's Thumb Ranch hosts the on-snow Nordic Demo Days for the industry-wide trade show and its attendees, who come to Denver to catch the latest on trends, equipment and marketing related programs.

USASA Slopestyle, Feb 4-5, Winter Park Resort

Moonlight Grand Huts Progressive Dinner, Feb. 4, Devils Thumb Ranch,

SolVista Basin Terrain Park Competitions, Feb 4, Feb. 18, March 17, SolVista, Compete for cash and prizes at SolVista Basin Terrain Park, featuring six Progression Parks, a new all natural log park, "The Tank" feature, new beginner terrain features at the base area, and a fully lit park during Saturday Night Skiing & Tubing.

Kid's Totally Insane Winter Blast, Feb. 4, SolVista, Enjoy a day of family fun at Granby Ranch filled with activities, games, a rail jam and live music, followed by night skiing and tubing from 5-8 pm.

Burton Women's Ride Camp, Feb. 11-12, Winter Park Resort, We have partnered with Burton for this specialized 2-day snowboarding camp exclusively for women. Lunch and an aprés party are included along with the opportunity to demo the latest from Burton snowboards.

Winter Park Snowshow Series, Feb. 11th, A tough hill climb from the base of Winter Park Resort with a party waiting once you reach the top at The Lodge at Sunspot

Mardi Gras Party, Feb. 18, SolVista

USASA Boardercross, Feb. 24-27, Winter Park Resort

Rocky Mountain Freestyle Divisionals, March 1, Winter Park Resort

37th Annual Wells Fargo Bank Cup, March 2-4, Winter Park Resort

Steep & Deep Camp, March 2-4, Winter Park Resort, A 3-day intensive camp on the most challenging terrain the resort has to offer. Taught by Winter Park's top instructors and includes snowmobile access to the Cirque and a special on-mountain lunch each day. Skiers comfortable on black terrain.

37th annual Wells Fargo Ski Cup, March 2nd - 4th, Join the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) for the 37th annual Wells Fargo Ski Cup located in Winter Park, CO. The weekend will feature three exciting ski races: the Sports Authority Challenge (formerly the Corporate Cup), Kids Snowplow Sprint and the World Disabled Invitational

Beach Party, March 17, SolVista, Sip island drinks at the Tiki Snow Bar and dance to live Reggae music. Enjoy a day of beach fun and games, and an all-ages rail jam, followed by night skiing and tubing from 5-8 pm.

2012 NASTAR Championships, March 19-25, Winter Park Resort

2012 US Alpine Championships, March 26 - April 1, Winter Park Resort

Rocky Mountain Freestyle Spring Fling, April 6-7, Winter Park Resort

Winter Park Snowshoe Series, April 7th, An obstacle course based snowshoe race that will really challenge even the most warrior minded individuals. A huge bonfire, music and adult beverages will be served following the event when the party will really start

Season-Ending Splash and Easter Egg Hunt, April 7, SolVista

Wells Fargo Golden Bunny Classic Fun Race & Candy Hunt, April 8, Winter Park Resort

44th Annual Coca-cola Classic Spring Splash, April 22, Winter Park Resort

Closing Day at Winter Park April 22, 2012

WINTER PARK RESORT

WInter Park Resort is an authentic Colorado resort known for its huge annual snowfall with an annual average of 29 feet. Only 67 miles from Denver, Winter park offers a family-friendly atmosphere combined with incredible variations in terrain spanning across 3,078 acres. ranked #1 for bumps by Skiing magazine, "the Jane" continues to illustrate the saying, "no pain, no Jane" with her astonishing VW-sized bumps.

What's New in 2011-12?
The area receiving the most upgrades is the mile-long terrain park system, including Rail Yard, Dark Territory and three other beginner and intermediate parks.


ADDRESS
Winter Park Resort
85 Parsenn Road
Winter Park, Colorado 80482

Mailing: Winter Park Resort
P.O. Box 36
Winter Park, Colorado 80482

Information Lines: (970) 726-1564,
Denver Direct (303) 316-1564,
Snow Lines: (970) 726-SNOW,
Denver Direct (303) 572-SNOW

wpinfo@winterparkresort.com

www.winterparkresort.com








View Winter Park Resort Cams here

Season - Wednesday, November 16, 2011 - Sunday, April 22, 2012

Hours - 9am-4pm [weekdays]
8:30am-4pm [weekends/holidays]

Season Pass Info
Click here for Season Pass info
Adult (18-69): $369
Teen (13-17): $299
Child (6-12): $209
Senior (70+): $209
5 and under: $30


Lift Tickets
Adult Full Day Regular Season: $85
Child Full Day Regular Season: $51 Rates listed are valid through April 22, 2012. Prices subject to change.
Click here for more info

Clostest Towns:
Winter Park
Granby / Grand Lake

Parking
Free Parking with access to the Village and Resort Base via the Cabriolet or the shuttle or parking garage. Click for more parklng info

Elevation
Peak - 12,060 ft.
Base - 9,000 ft.
Vertical Rise - 3,060 ft.

Terrain & Services
Beginner - 7%
Intermediate - 16.9% Blue, 19% Blue Black
Difficult/Expert - 53.9% Black, 3.2% Double Black
Skiable Acres - 3,078
3,078

Number of Trails - 144
Longest Trail - 5.2 miles
Terrain Parks - 4
Total Lifts - 25
Avg Annual Snowfall -
388 Inches
Avg Days of Sun per Year - 300 days

Terrain Parks
6 Terrain Parks, 1 Superpipe, 85 Features. Terrain Park info at http://www.rlyrd.com



Winter Park Trail Map

Winter Park Resort- Bae AreaCam
Winter Park Live Web Cam

Longest Trail
Longest Trails per Mountain: Winter Park: 1.3 miles (2.0 kilometers) Mary Jane: 1.4 miles (2.3 kilometers) Vasquez Ridge: 0.8 miles (1.2 kilometers) Vasquez Cirque: 1.2 miles (1.9 kilometers) Parsenn Bowl 1.2 miles (1.9 kilometers) Village Way trail: 4.6 miles (7.4 kilometers)

Signature Trail
On a powder day, head to the glades of Mary Jane, hit the bowl skiing in Parsenn Bowl, or the inbounds backcountry terrain of Vasquez Cirque.

Can't Miss Deal
Book your rentals in advance and save up to 33%

Lessons/Childcare
Winter Park Resort's Ski and Ride School has taught guests how to ski and ride longer than any other Colorado resort. Celebrating 70 seasons of continual operation, the Winter Park Ski and Ride School boasts some of the best professional instructors for all levels of skiing and riding. The Winter Park Ski and Ride School is offering a three-day camp in March, focused on steep terrain and deep powder. The camp includes access to the Cirque via snowmobile. The School also offers one of the most extensive selections of programs designed just for women.

Mountain Dining
The Lodge at Sunspot: This two-mile high mountaintop lodge features panoramic views of the Continental Divide and the Rocky Mountains. Enjoy dinner at The Lodge at Sunspot every Friday and Saturday night along with lunch daily. The full-service dining room is open seven days a week, featuring Colorado-inspired lunch fare, while The Provisioner provides an upscale food court. Grab gear at The Sunspot Mercantile; warm up with a drink from the Coffee Shop & Bakery; or just relax by the fire in the Sunspot Lounge. Foot passenger tickets are available from the base of Winter Park Resort to The Lodge at Sunspot via the Zephyr Express chairlift between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. For dinner and evening cocktail information, call (970)726-1446 Snoasis Market: Located on mid-mountain Winter Park, Snoasis is a blast to the past with its music, colors, and deck space, and it's the resort's best place to sit back, take in a specialty drink and watch as skiers and riders defy gravity in the Dark Territory terrain park. Lunch Rock: Located at 11,200 feet above sea level, this mountaintop spot specializes in casual food, barbecues, deck dining, and incredible views of Parry Peak. Open daily.

FYI
The $120+ million Village at Winter Park is now complete with new restaurants, shops and activities. See the events calendar for FREE family ice skating lessons, fireside storytelling, mini rail jams and more! Take the FREE open-air Village Cabriolet from the Vintage Hotel parking lot to the heart of The Village at Winter Park.

Apres Spot
Derailer Bar at West Portal: When guests hear the Derailer Bar train whistle blow at 2 p.m., it's time to head in for Winter Park's favorite après ski scene and "blow off a little steam." The Derailer Bar is a two-level bar offering a full-service lunch menu featuring pub-style food and a variety of daily drink specials.

Alerternate Day
Winter Park Resort offers Snowshoeing tours and Snowcat Tours to our guests who would like to experience the mountain without skis or a snowboard.

Attractions

Winter Park Resort
Three interconnected mountains offer groomed terrain, steep and deep powder runs and magnificent moguls. Fun. Family. Adventure. Winter Park Resort is Colorado - pure and simple. 800.977.2754 or www.skiwinterpark.com.

SolVista Basin at Granby Ranch
SolVista ski area is comprised of two separate yet inter-connected mountains. East Mountain's terrain is primarily beginner and intermediate, while West Mountain's terrain is primarily intermediate and advanced with limited beginner access..

Colorado Adventure Park
The Colorado Adventure Park offers snow tubing and snow scoots. Plans for winter 2009/2010 include an ice skating rink, a snow play area with an igloo/icehouse, ski jumps, sledding, cross-country skiing and an upscale rustic lodge for concessions, rentals and storage. www.coloradoadventurepark.com or 970.726.5779.

Fraser Tubing Hill
Bring the whole family for a thrilling ride down the groomed slope. 970.726.5954.

Cross-Country Skiing
With 260k of groomed trails and hundreds more miles of backcountry trails to explore, Winter Park & The Fraser Valley is a haven for cross country skiers. Glide your way through frosted pine forests and rolling meadows. The only sound you'll hear is the rhythm of your own skis. 800.903.7275 or www.playwinterpark.com.

National Sports Center for the Disabled
This non-profit offers year-round, therapeutic recreation and competitive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities. Specializing in winter sports including alpine skiing, snowboarding, nordic skiing and snowshoeing. 303.316.1543 or www.nscd.org.

Dog Sled Rides of Winter Park
Ever thought of mushing a team of huskies over beautiful snowy terrain? Dog Sled Rides of Winter Park has 80 Siberian and Alaskan huskies. During the winter, the dogs pull sleds in the forests near Winter Park. They love their job and can't wait until we have enough snow to take out guests. On the ride, they can accommodate one, two or three guests in each sled. 970.726.8326 or www.dogsledrides.com/winterpark.

Activities

79303 US Highway 40
Winter Park, CO
800.726.9247
Snowmobile the Continental Divide on Colorado high alpine trails as you never have before. Tours top outat nearly 12,000 feet with views of the entire Winter Park Ski area and the Fraser Valley.

Ski Rentals
Home to Winter Park Resort's new Montana tuning machine, Winter Park Resort Rentals carries the newest in sports rentals for skiing and snowboarding. As well, guests can purchase lift tickets and lessons. Free overnight rental storage is included with rentals. Find Winter Park Resort Rentals at two locations- inside West Portal and in the Village at Winter Park. Click here for more rental information

Transportation

"The Lift" is the free local shuttle service that runs to and from most lodging properties and activities in the valley and Winter Park Resort base area. Buses run every 30 minutes from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. during peak season.

Denver Ski Bus - new weekend ski shuttle, making trips to Winter Park. http://www.denskibus.com

Directions

DIRECTIONS BY CAR
Directions from Denver* Take I70 west to Highway 40 (exit 232). Continue 28 miles to Winter Park.

Directions from Co. Springs* North on I25 to C470 west. Exit onto I70 west. Continue to Highway 40 (exit 232). 28 miles to Winter Park.

Directions from Albuquerque* North on I25 to C470 west, just south of Denver. Exit onto I70 west. Continue to Highway 40 (exit 232). 28 miles to Winter Park.

Directions from Salt Lake City* I70 east to Highway 40 (exit 232). Continue 28 miles to Winter Park.
Winter Park is accessible by car, shuttle service, or train. By car, from Denver, take Interstate 70 West to exit 232 onto U.S. Hwy 40 to Winter Park. The resort is 85 miles (137 km) from Denver International Airport.

Hertz rental cars are available locally or in Denver. Other rental car agencies are also available in Denver. For more information, call Winter Park Central Reservations at (800) 729-5813. Home James Transportation Services offers door-to-door private and group shuttle trips throughout the day from Denver International Airport to the Winter Park area during ski season. For reservations, call Winter Park Central Reservations at (800) 729-5813 (U.S. & Canada) or (970) 726-5587.


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