When people think of Summit County, skiing and snowboarding always come to mind.
Summit County has some of the best skiing in the world.
There are 4 ski mountains in the area, and Vail and Beaver Creek are only minutes away. Look at the ski reports for the ski mountains in the area. Not only is there skiing and snowboarding in the winter, but snowmobiling , snowshoeing, and cross country skiing are popular ways to see the countryside. Others who like the frozen lakes and ponds but want to keep moving, enjoy ice skating. In December, one of the largest hot air ballon festivals takes place in Breckenridge.