Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing

Grand Lake Metropolitan Recreation District. With nearly 22 miles (35 km) of cross-country ski trails, 15 miles of hiking and biking trails, and the Grand Lake Golf Course, the local recreation district offers year-round affordable ways to take in views of the Never Summer Range and the Continental Divide. 1415 County Rd. 48, Grand Lake, Colorado, 80447. 970/627–8872; www.grandlakerecreation.com.

Never Summer Mountain Products. Rent skis and snowshoes in the winter, or buy backpacks, tents, and other camping equipment for summer sports. Rocky Mountain National Park requires backpackers to use bear canisters (for overnight food storage), which Never Summer rents for $5 for 24 hours. 919 Grand Ave., Grand Lake, Colorado. 970/627–3642; www.neversummermtn.com.