Vail
Type of Area
Town
State
CO
Address
Timezone
MST
Elevation
8,150 ft / 2,484 m
Population (Est.)
4,466 (2024 estimate, U.S. Census Bureau)
Nickname
Little Bavaria
Key Features
Elevation
8,150 ft / 2,484 m
Population (Est.)
4,466 (2024 estimate, U.S. Census Bureau)
Nickname
Little Bavaria
Best Seasons to Visit
Winter for skiing and snow sports, summer for alpine gardens, outdoor concerts, and marquee festivals.
Overview
A purpose built mountain community framed by the Gore Range with deep roots in American ski history and a thriving year round cultural calendar.
Getting Around
Getting Around
Visitors rely on a free town bus network, car free village streets, and regional coach links along the interstate corridor.
History & Culture
History & Culture
A modern ski town shaped by veterans of mountain warfare, a world stage for dance and symphonic music, and a center for alpine conservation.
Local Tips
Local Tips
Plan for altitude, use the buses, and time village walks between creekside plazas and festival venues.