Monday, September 12, 2011

Have you ever thought of hiking to the Continental Divide?

If you want to experience just a bit of the divide, as you drive over Berthoud Pass you will go over the Continental Divide.
At the top of Berthoud Pass there is a parking area with restrooms. Stop here and walk along the Continental Divide trail to get a taste of hiking in high country.

When you look up, this mountain used to be a ski area but closed in 1994.

Now the mountain is a great place to snowshoe in winter or walk its trails in summer and early fall. Or just take a break while continuing on to Winter Park and Grand Lake, Colorado.

The entire drive over Berthoud Pass is magnificent with waterfalls and an occasional moose wandering around.
Here's a winter picture of the Continental Divide sign on Berthoud Pass

Visit us in Winter Park as the leaves start to change and we’ll help you make lodging arrangements and tell you about the local restaurants.

See you soon,
The Grand Concierge

Friday, September 9, 2011

Have you ever thought of taking a mountain biking clinic at Winter Park Resort?

Winter Park Resort is now open on the weekends with the following hours:
11am-5pm on Friday
10am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday.


The Zephyr Express Chairlift runs all weekend, and the Olympia Chairlift runs from 10am-4:45pm on Saturday & Sunday only.

Call the resort to take a class at the Trestle Bike Park School. The coaches will teach you everything you will need to know to be safe while downhill riding. Be sure to call in advance.

If you are looking for an adventure in the fall colors and cool temperatures, consider the weekend activities at The Trestle Bike Park at Winter Park Resort. Other fun adventures include the human maze, mini golf and chairlift ride. 

Be sure to stay overnight with us at The Grand Concierge and the next morning wake up and take a drive to Rocky Mountain National Park where the elk are bugling and the moose are wandering around the rivers and streams.


Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Off Season Lodging Deals in Winter Park

Along with the changing leaves and the Elk Rut, Winter Park is offering the best deals when you stay with The Grand Concierge: 3rd night free.

Our properties are minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park, great fishing in Lake Granby and the Colorado River.
Come to Winter Park and the Fraser Valley to fish, hike, and listen to the sounds of the natural world.
(this photo was taken last September in Rocky Mountain National Park)
Visit our website to view lodging options then give us a call and we will get you the best deal on a great property.