You may think Keystone Resort is only fun for those who ski or snowboard. Well we're here to let you know there are mountains of activities and fun things to do at Keystone, other than enjoy the ski slopes. Whether you want to stay inside or head outdoors, check out these 13 fun Keystone activities for your next visit to the mountains!
1. Relax By the River Run Village Firepit
Put your feet up by the fire and relax by the huge firepit in the middle of the River Run Village Plaza.
2. Go Snowshoeing
Explore the nordic trails at the Keystone Nordic Center or head out into the woods or an open meadow for some peace and quiet out in nature. Find rentals at the Keystone Nordic Center.
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Snowshoeing near Silverthorne, Colorado on a Sunny Winter Day[/caption]
3. Enjoy A Coffee & A Good Book at Inxpot
There's nothing like curling up on a comfy couch in the corner of a coffee shop on a cold winter's day with a good book and a warm beverage!
4. Shop til You Drop
River Run Village is a shopper's paradise, walk the many shops throughout the plaza or head to the Silverthorne Outlets for some good old retail therapy or the to pickup the perfect souvenir!
5. Go Ice Skating at 1 of 2 Outdoor Ice Rinks
Keystone is home to not 1, but 2 outdoor ice skating rinks, at Dercum Square in River Run and on Keystone Lake in Lakeside Village. Lace up those skates and perfect your balance out on the rink and then warm up with a hot chocolate!
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Ice Skaters Enjoying the Fresh Air at Lakeside Village Ice Rink[/caption]
6. Brewery Hopping
Summit County is a great place to enjoy craft local beer, with 8 breweries in the area to try! Remember though, alcohol has stronger effects at altitude, so we don't recommend trying them all in one day!
- Dillon Dam Brewery, Dillon
- Pug Ryan's Brewery, Dillon
- Angry James Brewery, Silverthorne
- Bakers Brewery, Silverthorne
- Outer Range Brewing Company, Frisco
- HighSide Brewing, Frisco
- Broken Compass Brewing, Breckenridge
- Breckenridge Brewery, Breckenridge
- Bonus: Breckenridge Distillery for Spirits Tasting!
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Try a Few With a Craft Beer Flight from Pug Ryan's Brewery in Dillon[/caption]
7. Hit the Trails on a Fat Bike
Biking is not just a summer sport! Rent a fat bike and hit the snowpacked trails for some winter 2 wheeled fun.
8. See Live Music at Warren Station
Warren Station hosts tons of winter concerts & events all season long. On the 2020 music lineup for the remainder of the winter you'll find Winter Bluegrass Weekend, Rocky Mountain Country Fest and Slim Wednesday featuring JoJo Hermann of Widespread Panic.
Check up their full event lineup here.
9. Dinner & A Sleigh Ride
Two Below Zero is your key to a magical experience under a starry winter sky. Book a sleigh ride dinner and enjoy the starry ride out to their lodge where they'll serve you an amazing camp dinner, drinks and provide entertainment for an unforgettable evening, followed by a second sleigh ride back to the lodge.
10. Relax at the Spa & Enjoy a Massage or Treatment
The Keystone Lodge & Spa can offer a world-class visit with spa treatments and massages. Treat yourself and truly relax with a day at the spa!
11. Go Snowmobiling or Zip Lining... or Both!
A must-try on a winter visit to Keystone, snowmobiling is a fun activity that everyone can enjoy and get out into the backcountry.
White Mountain Tours also offers combo tours with snowcat rides & zip line tours for the true adrenaline junkies!
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Winter Zip Lining with Top of the Rockies Zip Line[/caption]
12. Try Ice Fishing
Big Ed's Fishing Ventures will take you out on a half day, guided ice fishing adventure! You can even take home some of the fish you catch to make a delicious Rocky Mountain fish dinner!
13. Catch the Hill, Snow Tubing Style
Head to the top of the mountain for some snow tubing fun with your family or special someone. There are also numerous sledding spots in the area if you prefer to walk up the hill yourself with a sled!
There are so many fun activities here at Keystone that you may find you need to visit multiple times just to try them all!
Book your upcoming winter vacation at Keystone Resort today with SummitCove Lodging.
