Can’t-Miss Summer Activities on Vail Mountain
Vail Mountain offers a playful summer playground for families looking to get outside and connect with nature. Whether your crew prefers heart-pumping adventure or scenic exploration, Adventure Ridge and the mountain’s trail network deliver unforgettable fun at 10,000 feet:
Adventure Ridge Highlights
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Forest Flyer™ Alpine Coaster — Zoom down a gravity-based alpine coaster with full control of your speed.
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Summer Tubing — Slide the slopes without the snow, on Vail’s high-alpine tubing hill.
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Paramount Peak Climbing Wall — Test your skills on Colorado’s second-tallest outdoor climbing wall.
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Bungee Trampoline — Harness up and bounce sky-high.
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Little Eagle Zipline — A perfect intro to flight for kids ages 5 and up.
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Interpretive Trails — Learn as you hike on trails co-created with the US Forest Service and Walking Mountains Science Center.
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Gore Creek Mini Golf — Putt your way through this charming 9-hole course at Lionshead.
Scenic Gondola Rides
Hop aboard Gondola One or the Eagle Bahn Gondola for mountaintop dining, hiking, biking access — and unbeatable views. Epic Passholders enjoy free scenic rides all summer.
Nature Discovery & Hikes
Visit the Nature Discovery Center atop Eagle’s Nest or join a guided nature hike. For self-guided fun, trails like Eagle’s Loop, Fireweed Loop, Berrypicker, and Cabin Trail range from family-friendly to heart-pumping climbs.
Mountain Biking
Vail Mountain offers 40+ miles of mountain biking terrain for beginners to pros. Popular trails include:
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Yearn to Berm (new for 2025!)
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Sidekick to Golden Gate
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Grand Traverse
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Big Mamba
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Radio Flyer
Bike Haul Passes are available online for easy lift access.
If you’re looking for family-friendly adventure and ways to play together in Vail’s beautiful alpine environment — these can’t-miss activities on Vail Mountain are your ticket to summer fun.
