Fun Things to Do at Our Colorado Cabin

To some couples, planning the honeymoon is more exciting than planning the wedding.  It’s when a couple can dream of how they will spend their first week or two of married bliss, in a place where life-long memories will be made.  If you want to get away to one of the most beautiful places on earth, then a Colorado honeymoon may be the perfect choice. 

As an avid Rocky Mountain skier, I am often asked whether cabin rentals in Colorado are really the best way to see this beautiful state.  Some travelers feel that by renting a cabin they might be missing out on the resort atmosphere at places like Aspen, Vail and Breckenridge, but what they don’t realize is that most of the amenities at the resorts are never even used. 

Colorado vacations are usually spent on the slopes, trails, rivers and streams, not in the hotel pool.  And “roughing it” isn’t exactly how I would describe most rental cabins in Colorado.  Most offer spectacular views, cozy fireplaces, comfortable furnishings and fully equipped kitchens, as well as Jacuzzi tubs, nearby trails, and easy access to a nearby Colorado resort town. 

Whether you are visiting Summit County Colorado for the first time, or you spend time at this Rocky Mountain destination every year, you know there is no shortage of outdoor entertainment. Visitors to the Breckenridge Colorado area come for more than the incredible downhill skiing; they come for hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, climbing and fly fishing. 

For the fly fishing enthusiast visiting Breckenridge, there is nothing like waking up early, donning a pair of waders, and heading out to the Colorado River for some of the best trout fishing in America.  Or, you can cast your line from a dory as you float on one of Colorado’s many idyllic lakes.  Many avid fishermen make the trip to Summit County every year, and consider it a fly fisherman’s paradise.

Spending time in the Summit County Colorado area can mean many different things to different people.  If you love an outdoor adventure, such as whitewater rafting, you may be happy camping out under the stars near your favorite rafting outfitter. And if you are a diehard skier, then you will be delighted with a tiny room just a few steps away from the lift line.  However, almost everyone else will want to stay in a more comfortable place with great views, a warm fire, and lots of room to stretch out and relax.  Staying in a cozy cabin in Colorado is one of the best ways to see the Summit County area. 

What is the best way to take in all the historic sites of Breckenridge without using a guidebook?  It is on a train ride of course; one that will take you through the scenic Rocky Mountains and let you experience what life must have been like in the area long ago.  Breckenridge Colorado is an idyllic spot for a family vacation to begin with, but when you add a ride on the historic railroad, the memories can last a lifetime.   

A mountain getaway in the Breckenridge area of Colorado is a popular way to experience the great outdoors – Rocky Mountain style. Not only does the area offer some of the most breathtaking scenery anywhere, there are also an incredible variety of activities available for everyone.   From mountain biking and hiking to a whitewater rafting trip, a trip to the Rocky Mountains is a spectacular way to spend a summer vacation. 

After a long day of fun in the Colorado sun, it is easy to work up a hearty appetite.  As longtime residents of the area, we are happy to offer some dining recommendations.

Summit County Colorado is home to many beautiful mountain towns, including Breckenridge, Keystone, Dillon, Frisco and Silverthorne.  One of the best ways to see this spectacular part of the country is by planning a mountain getaway at cozy cabin in Colorado, and the summertime is one of the best times to visit. 

Ever since the early 1800’s, cattle drives in Colorado were followed by a hearty meal and an evening of lively music and tall tales at the chuckwagon.  For visitors to Breckenridge and other parts of Summit County, that tradition continues.  After all, what is a trip to Colorado without an authentic “Old West” experience? 

The chuckwagon dinner is a time-honored Colorado tradition, and there are a few very good ones right here in the Breckenridge area.

There are many ways to see breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, but there is nothing quite like an exhilarating ride on down a mountain bike trail in Breckenridge or Vail, Colorado.  With hundreds of scenic miles stretching across single track and national forest roads, you don’t need to be an adventure-seeker to enjoy a mountain biking trip in Colorado.  In fact, you don’t even need to pedal uphill.  One of the best ways to see this area by bike is on a downhill-only ride. 

Are you planning a Colorado mountain getaway vacation this summer?  Colorado offers some of the best summer activities for families who love the outdoors, including hiking, mountain climbing, biking, fishing and exploring historic western towns that became legendary during the Gold Rush.  While all of these activities are a great way to spend time in Colorado, there is nothing more fun than whitewater rafting.