COME TO LIFE | Breckenridge, Silverthorne, Frisco, Dillon, Keystone, Copper Mountain summer snow-tubing, horseback riding, mountain-top yoga and more. Then head out for a spell on Lake Dillon , where you can rent canoes, kayaks, pontoon boats and paddle-boats and explore the dozen or so islands sprinkled throughout. The Frisco Bay Marina has all the rentals you’ll need. Hop on land at the Peninsula Recreation Area for disc golf and loads of picnic sites to spread out with wares from one of Main Street ’s tempting delis, breweries, distilleries and chef-owned eateries in Frisco . You’ll also find several maker spaces: art studios, a glass-blowing shop, a millinery and more. The Frisco Adventure Park has expanded its offerings of bike park and disc golf to include a mammoth skate park, a bouldering area for kids and additional trails for biking, running, hiking and cross-country skiing. Silverthorne Recreation Center wears kids out with four pools, two water slides and an aquatic climbing wall. Bring a blanket to the Dillon Amphitheater for a lakeside evening concert. Throughout the summer, the pavilion hosts performances, concerts and dance nights. The Lake Dillon Theatre Company has a new home at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center if you’re up for more mountain culture. The Friday Dillon Farmers Market is a must for delicious fare and entertainment — and one of the best backdrops in the world. CONTINUED ON PAGE 132. FRISCO BAY MARINA/TODD POWELL. COLORADO ROCKIES PLAYGROUND LAKE DILLON SUMMIT COUNTY RETREAT “Colorado’s Playground” is an easy trip from Denver. Hugged by three mountain ranges, there are activities to satisfy anyone itching to get out and lose themselves in Breckenridge , Silverthorne , Frisco , Dillon , Keystone and Copper Mountain — all close enough to move easily between by car, bike or bus. EACH TOWN BOASTS A LIST OF MUST-DO HIKES THAT START RIGHT NEAR ITS DOWNTOWN. GRAB A MAP AT VISITOR CENTERS OR HOTELS, AND HIT THE TRAIL! Days 1 & 2 Score some deals at more than 50 name-brand stores, including J. Crew, Banana Republic, Nike and Coach, at the Outlets at Silverthorne . Then take a trip down to the water. Silverthorne’s Blue River Trail runs parallel to the shops and provides access to the river’s Gold Medal, trout-filled waters and scenic walk-or bike-way. Grab items for a picnic and head for Maryland Creek Park , for amazing views. Tackle one of Keystone’s championship golf courses or bring the family to Keystone Resort for the bike park, scenic chair lift ride, CATCH A RIDE INTO THE BACKCOUNTRY. MULTIDAY PACK TRIPS MOVE YOU EFFORTLESSLY INTO THE HILLS, WITH ALL THE MEALS, GEAR, GUIDANCE AND CAMPFIRES YOU NEED PROVIDED BY YOUR OUTFITTER. 130 1-800-COLORADO
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