This past weekend, I had the pleasure of visiting Beaver Creek Lodge in Colorado. This breathtaking, hidden gem offers unique, summer adventures for the entire family. With a family park, rock climbing, bungee trampoline, mini-golf, and hiking trails, an amazing variety of family-friendly activities are available right at their doorstep.
1. Creekside Family Park
The family park is only a short walk from the lodge and it offers hours of fun for the entire family. When I took a walk through the park, a family of four was playing at the playground. The two children ran around, slid on the slide, and burned off tons of excess energy. The mother was happily chasing the oldest of the two children and the father was waiting at the top of the slide to guide his daughter. Laughter filled the air and lightened my heart. I imagined playing with Athena and holding her as we rode the slide together. It doesn’t take much to create a memorable day for children. A slide, fresh air, and a place to run and you have a family-fun day to remember.
2. Rock Climbing
The climbing wall is a safe and exciting challenge for all ages. With helpful wall attendants, a variety of routes to the top, and climbers securely roped to a state-of-the-art belay system, the rock climbing wall is as exciting to watch as it is to participate.
I watched as a young boy, no older than 6, quickly made his way up the wall. It would be fun to challenge Darren or Athena to a race up the wall. I think I could take Darren but Athena is going to be one tough cookie.
3. Bungee Trampoline
The high-flying bungee trampoline is open to both kids and adults (30-200 lbs.). Rather than just watching as kids participated in this cool adventure, I strapped on the harness and flew through the sky myself. Bounces, front flips, and back flips were all part of my experience. I was proud to successfully manage a back flip but my front flip wasn’t as graceful. Regardless, I yelled with delight with each attempt and marveled at the fearlessness of the children around me.
4. Mini Golf
An 18-hole miniature golf course offers a wacky putting green and incredible views of the Beaver Creek Mountain. A family of five rounded the back nine and the mother and father reveled in the majestic view while the three children completed the 18th hole. With views like that, I don’t think it mattered who had the best score; everyone won.
5. Family Fun Hike
A fun, gentle hike geared towards families begins at the Beaver Creek Summer Adventure Center. The rushing creek, the quaking aspen leaves, birds, and the sun peaking through the trees allowed us the see the mountains from a whole new level. Families filled the trails and we were brought back to nature.
When I arrived at Beaver Creek Lodge, with its artwork, stunning suites, chic decor, and upscale amenities, I didn’t think it would offer a family-friendly environment. I was overwhelmingly, and delightfully, surprised to learn of all the adventures and activities at the lodge and in the village that are perfect for families with children of all ages. I can’t wait to return to Beaver Creek with Athena and Darren. It’s one destination that will make the list year after year.
*This journey was made possible with help from Beaver Creek Lodge; however, as you probably know by now, all opinions & thoughts are my own.*
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Gorgeous place.
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Pictures don’t even do it justice. It was like a dream. 🙂
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Wow!
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What a fun place to visit . . . with a family, too! Thanks for sharing this. I’d love to go there! http://ohtheplaceswesee.com
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I want this one desperately.
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The more unrealistic we are with our dreams and goals, the more we are able to achieve. You should book your trip 🙂
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Beaver Creek Lodge is indeed a great place! I’ve been there and it was a superb experience. Your write-up is accurate and revealed a few things I did not notice about the lodge during my visit.. Keep up the great work, Lesley.
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Were you there in the summer or the winter? I’d love to return in the winter for some skiing and cold adventures.
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While I haven’t had the pleasure of making it through this particular point of Colorado, I would hope you would consider visiting other gems within the state!
A born and raised Coloradoan,
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I can’t wait to go back and explore Colorado more! I love the state and would even consider living there. I haven’t stopped talking about it to my family. Which area are you from?
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Greeley 🙂 I’ve done a lot of moving around in my life though, and loved living by Horsetooth as a kid.
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Fun in the sun. Enjot your stay.
“The fun of it all!
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Wow! With all that it has to offer, it has got to cost a pretty penny (LOTS OF PRETTY PENNIES! 🙂 ).
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Actually, you can get a room for around $130 a night. I’ve found an Expedia link that has prices – http://www.expedia.com/Vail-Beaver-Creek-Hotels-Beaver-Creek-Lodge.h18738.Hotel-Information?chkin=08%2F26%2F2013&chkout=08%2F27%2F2013&rm1=a2&hiddenDateless=true#roomsAndRates.
I felt like a princess while I was there. It was like a dream. It might be the most luxurious hotel that I’ve visited and it definitely has the friendliest staff. With a price tag in the $100 area, it’s unbelievable.
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Really? $130 a night? Wow. That is less than many “regular” hotels!!! I BET you felt like a princess. I looks like a kingdom. It is gorgeous. WOW!
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Wow, with this various activities children make lots of fun at this place. Perfect for all age.
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My bags are packed. I love the look of this place.
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You should visit! Do you prefer winter or summer vacations?
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Awesome and breathtaking! I see there are also fun stuff to do with kids as well. Thanks for sharing. I will add this one to my list of places to go to.
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Breathtaking. Never heard of the lodge before.
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I’ve only ever been to Beaver Creek for skiing, but now that I’m a Denver local this is kind of making me wish I had made some time to check it out this Summer!
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Really looks like Mont-Tremblant here in Canada 🙂 It’s lovely !
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This looks beautiful. How much was it? I am always looking for those “hidden gems” when I travel. I LOVED that ot had the rock climbing wall and the mini golf course – those are SO much fun! And the little nature trail looks stunning. As an Islander myself, I LOVE nature – I’m very much attuned with it.
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I apologize for the typo…
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You can get a room for around $130 a night. I found an Expedia link that has prices – http://www.expedia.com/Vail-Beaver-Creek-Hotels-Beaver-Creek-Lodge.h18738.Hotel-Information?chkin=08%2F26%2F2013&chkout=08%2F27%2F2013&rm1=a2&hiddenDateless=true#roomsAndRates.
It was like a dream. It might be the most luxurious hotel that I’ve visited and it definitely has the friendliest staff. With a price tag in the $100 area, it’s unbelievable.
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Unbelievable! Thanks so much!
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Looks very homey !
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My ABSOLUTE Favorite place to ski – did you know they give out warm fresh baked chocolate chip cookies & hand warmers while you are waiting in line for the lift?
What’s better that?
Glad you had the chance to go! Let me know if you want to go during ski season! We could co-blog while we Apres! 🙂
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I ate some of those warm, fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies and I have the recipe!
Returning in the winter sounds like a great plan.
Stay in touch,
Lesley
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