Climb aboard one of Colorado's famous historic narrow gauge railroads. This engineering marvel takes you high over the Devil's Gate Bridge…

Once you’ve gotten to the end of the line, head on over to Whistle Stop Cafe! This train-themed restaurant has a hearty menu that will fuel up both…

Go back in time as you wander through Frisco's Historic Park & Museum. There are 11 historic buildings to explore throughout the park, including…

Ready for a dining experience like never before? Take the kids on a dinner sleigh ride (or a summer chuck wagon) through snow-capped mountains and starry…

Experience fun year-round at the Frisco Adventure Park! Kids of all ages will love the tubing hill and sleigh rides in winter and the bike park and…

This family-friendly bed & breakfast is perfectly situated on Frisco’s Main Street. So once the day’s adventure is over, all you have to do is walk…

Big things come in small packages, and this tiny unassuming spot is certainly Breckenridge’s best-kept secret. You and your family will find some of…

Learn about early Summit County conservation efforts at the Edwin Carter Discovery Center. This house museum, which is just one of many of Breckenridge’s…

After a morning spent learning about preservation efforts, it’s time to let the kids loose in the arcade for a while. This locals' spot is a simple…

Founded in 1887, Country Boy Mine is one of the oldest mines in Summit County. Today, visitors can enjoy a historic tour into the 1,000-foot-deep mine…

You'll cherish recipes that have been passed down for generations at The Motherloaded Tavern. This eatery serves up some of the best homemade menus…

Pay a visit to Isak Heartstone, Breckenridge’s “friendly” troll that’s captured the hearts and social media feeds of many throughout the land. Located…

Now, it's time to head on over to your basecamp for the night. This resort rolls out the red carpet for families — with an arcade, a pool, a mini-golf…

Walk over to this eclectic doughnut shop, where you have the option to enjoy a hearty breakfast or a variety of delicious doughnuts. While you and your…

Located in a beautiful old school, the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum is dedicated to the memory of the many men and women who worked in…

This pizza spot beats any New York-style pie out there by a landslide. This crowd-pleasing parlor also serves up calzones and wings, and has a large…

Established in 1889, Leadville National Fish Hatchery is the second oldest fish hatchery in the National Fish Hatchery System. Cutthroat trout, Colorado’s…

Remember learning about taxidermy at the Edwin Carter Center? See if your kids can spot the wild boar on the wall while you wait on your steak dinner…

Discover one of Leadville's finest Victorian homes for a glimpse of Western life in a booming silver-mining camp. Healy House is a restoration…

It's time to retreat into your very own cabin-style duplex or mountain home. All residences come with a large living area so that your kids can…

Head over to the Silver Llama for a delicious breakfast served in generous portions. The kids can also explore the art on display, sourced by nine local…

Touted as a world-class environmental learning center for residents and visitors, Walking Mountain Science Center in Avon offers natural history exhibits,…

Step back in time in this 50s-style diner, where you and your family can enjoy American classics. Grab a booth, enjoy a milkshake and let the good times…

Are you ready for an adventure? At Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, choose from two kid-friendly, 40-minute cave tours, the Kings Row and the Fairy…

Here you'll find fusion and flavors you can’t get anywhere else in Glenwood. Enjoy dinner at a spot that’s equally famed for its tacos as it is for…

Enjoy a relaxing soak in the world’s largest hot-spring pool! Kids will enjoy the chutes adventure river ride, slides and splash pad; and there's even…

After a night of splashing around, walk on over to your warm suite to relax for the evening and charge up for your final day of exploring.

You can’t go wrong having breakfast here. With plenty of options for kids to choose from, a spacious patio and coffee that flows endlessly, the Village…

Cedar Ridge Ranch is home to horses, ponies, Nigerian milk goats, zebus, alpacas, different breeds of chickens, dogs and cats. Visitors can enjoy a…

Stop by the French Alpine Bistro to be transported to another world, where several family heirlooms grace the walls of this locally owned joint. Kids…

Hallam Lake is a 25-acre nature preserve and learning center in Aspen that is part of the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES), an environmental-science…

Top off your trip by swinging by Venga Venga, a cantina with sweeping views of the mountains. The menu also includes kid-approved items such as quesadillas…

For 50 years Anderson Ranch in Snowmass Village has been a community for artists offering workshops, hosting gallery exhibitions and more. Kids can…

A modern hotel in the heart of Aspen, the Limelight offers it all for your last night in the area. Enjoy heated pools and steamy hot tubs. In the morning,…