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18 Attractions to Explore Near Gore Creek

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Gore Valley TrailBeautiful paved path popular for walking and biking with great mountain, aspen trees, and stream views. The entire trail is 12 miles long and spans from East Valley Trail on the western end and the Val Pass Trail on the eastern end.
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Betty Ford Alpine GardensThe Betty Ford Alpine Gardens are the world's highest botanical garden, located at 183 Gore Creek Drive, Vail, Colorado, United States, at an 8,200 feet altitude in the Rocky Mountains. Other gardens include the Children's Garden and Schoolhouse Garden. Together these gardens contain about 2,000 varieties of plants, including over 500 different varieties of wildflowers and alpine plants. The Gardens are open to the public year-round.
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Vail Ski ResortVail Ski Resort is a ski resort in the western United States. It is the third-largest single-mountain ski resort in the U.S., behind Big Sky and Park City, featuring seven bowls and intermediate gladed terrain in Blue Sky Basin.
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Vail MountainVail Mountain rises from 8,120 feet to 11,570 feet , giving a vertical rise of 3,450 feet . It has a 5,289 acres skiable area, 33 ski lifts, 193 marked skiing trails on three faces: the front side, the back bowls, and Blue Sky Basin. The seven back bowls are Sun Down Bowl, Sun Up Bowl, Teacup Bowl, China Bowl, Siberia Bowl, Inner Mongolia Bowl, and Outer Mongolia Bowl. Blue Sky Basin includes Pete's Bowl and Earl's Bowl—to commemorate Pete Seibert and Earl Eaton.
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Vail VillageThis is a charming place to walk around, shop, look at the stunning architecture, or enjoy a delicious meal. For outdoor enthusiasts, Vail has some of the most scenic hiking trails in the Vail Valley. Booth Falls, Shrine Pass, Lost Lake Trailhead, and Piney River Ranch are just some of the favorites in the area.
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Pitkin LakePitkin Lake is located 4.45 miles north of Vail in the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. It fills a large cirque just above treeline at the head of a broad, glacier-carved valley. The Pitkin Lake Trail climbs 2,886' in several steep stages into the upper valley, where the landscape opens to rolling alpine meadows on the approach to Pitkin Lake
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Blue Sky BasinBlue Sky Basin is the most recent expansion to Vail Ski Resort in Colorado in the United States. It is the most debated and controversial ski area expansion in Colorado history. It opened to skiers in 2000 despite conflict about whether the expansion would endanger the lynx, a mountain cat re-introduced into the Colorado wilds.
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Eagles Nest WildernessThe Eagles Nest Wilderness is a true wilderness experience, situated in the Summit County area of Colorado. The area is characterized by its high mountain peaks, forests, and rivers. There are several different trails to explore, each offering its own unique scenery and challenges. Whether you're looking for a short day hike or a longer backpacking trip, the Eagles Nest Wilderness has something to offer. Wildlife is abundant in the area, and you might even see some eagles nesting in the cliffs.
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Shrine PassA majestic mountain pass in the Sawatch Range of central Colorado. The pass is located at the northern end of the Sawatch Range, along the border of Eagle and Summit counties west of Frisco and 2 miles northwest of Vail Pass. The pass offers scenic view of wildflower meadows and pine woodlands during the summer and autumn months, as well as distant view of Mount of the Holy Cross to the north. It is especially popular as a sightseeing route during the autumn months.
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Eccles PassEccles Pass is a popular summit in Summit County. The pass is located on the Continental Divide, making it a popular destination for hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts. Eccles Pass is named for John Eccles, who was the first person to successfully climb the pass in 1867. The pass is accessible from both sides of the Divide, and there are several hiking trails that lead to the summit. From the top of Eccles Pass, hikers can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
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Vail PassVail Pass is one of the highest mountain passes in Colorado. The pass is located in Summit County, just west of the Continental Divide. It provides a scenic route for drivers and is also popular with hikers, cyclists and skiers. In winter, the pass is often covered in snow and ice, making it inaccessible to vehicles. However, in summer the pass is open to car traffic and is a popular destination for scenic drives.
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Cross Creek TrailheadCross Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Minturn, Colorado. The trail begins following a ridge and then drops down to Cross Creek. There is a bridge crossing at 1 mile in a meadow that is usually filled with wildflowers. This, or a view of Mount of the Holy Cross from a rock outcropping a bit further, make nice destinations for a short day hike.
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Mount PowellMount Powell is a mountain in Summit County. The mountain has an elevation of 14,028 feet and is the highest point in Summit County. Mount Powell is part of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains and is one of the most popular climbing destinations in Colorado. The mountain was named after John Wesley Powell, who was the first person to climb it. Mount Powell is home to many different wildlife species, including elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and eagles.
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Rock Creek TrailheadRock Creek Trailhead is located in Summit County, Colorado and provides access to the Rock Creek and Belleayre Mountain Trails. The trailhead is situated at an elevation of 9,200 feet and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Visitors can hike or bike along the Rock Creek Trail to reach the summit of Belleayre Mountain, where they will find a variety of trails to explore. The Rock Creek Trailhead is a popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers, and nature enthusiasts.
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Lily Pad LakeLily Pad Lake is a beautiful body of water located in Summit County. The lake is named for the lily pads that grow on its surface, and it is a popular spot for fishing, swimming, and picnicking. The lake is surrounded by forests and mountains, making it a scenic destination for hikers and nature lovers. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including ducks, geese, and beavers. Visitors to the lake can enjoy peaceful days exploring the area or fishing for trout and other types of fish.
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Lily Pad Lake Lily Pad Lake is a beautiful alpine lake that sits at an elevation of 11,920 feet. Surrounded by towering peaks, the lake is accessible only by foot, making it a popular destination for hikers and backpackers. Lily Pad Lake got its name from the abundance of lily pads that float on its surface. The lake is home to a variety of fish, including cutthroat trout and brook trout. In addition to fishing, visitors can enjoy swimming, canoeing, and bird watching.
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Wheeler LakesNestled in the Rocky Mountains, Wheeler Lake is a popular destination for hikers, campers, and fishermen alike. The lake is surrounded by towering peaks and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. In addition to its natural beauty, Wheeler Lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including trout, beaver, and bald eagles. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, and picnicking in the park. Wheeler Lake is an ideal destination for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors.
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Beaver Creek ResortBeaver Creek Resort is a major ski resort in the western United States, near Avon, Colorado. The resort comprises three villages, the main Beaver Creek Village, Bachelor Gulch, and Arrowhead to the west. The resort is owned and operated by Vail Resorts which operates multiple additional resorts. Beaver Creek is a regular host of World Cup events, usually in early December.

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Gore Creek
This is a modest 18.5 mile-long river with lots to offer outdoor recreation visitors. The river is situated in Eagle County and drains part of the Rocky Mountains at the south end of Gore Range via Gore Valley.
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