Vail Ski Resort, in Eagle Country Colorado, next to the town of Vail , famous for its powdered skiing, is the premier ski resort in US.
This resort is a must see for tourists visiting Colorado. Though Vail is little bit more expensive than the other resorts, it is worth its value. Vail's legendary back-bowls offer wide open-skiing with few obstacles and easy access to the top. In other places this kind of bowl skiing would require hiking. China Bowl is one of the most renowned bowls of Vail.
The highest peak of Vail Ski Resort has a summit elevation of about 11,570 feet with a vertical drop of 3,450 feet. 5,289 acres of area is dedicated to skiing. There are in total 193 ski tracks catering to skiers of all levels. The longest ski track extends to about 6.4 kilometers. The runs are served by adequate lift systems.
Tired souls can quench their thirst and do away with their food appetite at the various restaurants and bars, in and around Vail. Accommodation is easily available in the numerous hotels and lodges of the resort.