Plan your trip to Avon, CO

Known as the “Heart of the Valley,” Avon, Colo., is a great escape for any outdoors lover. Regardless of the time of year, activities abound in Avon. Winter travelers will love the town’s proximity to some of the most impressive ski resorts in the country, including the world-class Beaver Creek Resort. When the snow melts, the slopes of Beaver Creek and the surrounding mountains transform into the perfect places for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Summer travelers should make a point of checking out the Beaver Creek Rodeo Series, a great way to get in touch with the state’s cowboy culture. Another major summer event is Avon’s Salute to the USA, the town’s Fourth of July celebration and the largest fireworks show in the Colorado Rockies.