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

Forest Flyer™ Alpine Coaster — Zoom down a gravity-based alpine coaster with full control of your speed.
Summer Tubing — Slide the slopes without the snow, on Vail’s high-alpine tubing hill.
Paramount Peak Climbing Wall — Test your skills on Colorado’s second-tallest outdoor climbing wall.
Bungee Trampoline — Harness up and bounce sky-high.
Little Eagle Zipline — A perfect intro to flight for kids ages 5 and up.
Interpretive Trails — Learn as you hike on trails co-created with the US Forest Service and Walking Mountains Science Center.
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:

Yearn to Berm (new for 2025!)
Sidekick to Golden Gate
Grand Traverse
Big Mamba
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.

Can’t-Miss Summer Activities on Vail Mountain

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