Sights Overview

The resorts begin just west of Vail Pass, a saddle well below tree line, and stretch 20 mi through the communities of Vail Village, Eagle-Vail, Minturn, Avon, Beaver Creek, Arrowhead, and Edwards. The hub of activity in winter and summer revolves around Vail Village, but many vacationers will spend time dining, skiing, and shopping in the other towns. The vibe in these places varies dramatically, from Beaver Creek, a gated community of second (and probably third) megahomes; to Edwards, a rapidly growing worker town; to Vail Village, filled with styles of lodging, dining, and shopping appealing to a wide range of tastes.