On the same lift pass as Vail,Beaver Creek offers some of the best skiing for families,beginners and intermediates of any ski resort in the world and constantly wins many awards and accolades.The first resort to offer village to village skiing in America, Beaver Creek is a very modern,yet very well designed resort ,geared more for those wanting 4 or 5 star ski in, ski out luxury,with quiet yet safe slopes,convenience,fine dining and the possibility of sharing a chair lift with one of the many celebrities who ski there.Walking can also be an option, as the outdoor covered escalator takes you from the village to the slopes.On the World Cup circuit with the mens downhill being on the Birds of Prey run.

The resort just exudes class and service and not recommended for anyone on a low budget,although the village of Avon at the base of the mountain,newly connected by a gondola,offers high levels of accommodation to suit any pocket.Located 10 miles from Vail and on the same lift pass,Beaver Creek is a must visit resort at least once in your life and you never know,you may just get hooked.Many do.