courtesy of Love Hope Strength

courtesy of Love Hope Strength

If you haven’t heard the buzz, the 2013 Vail Rocks hiking experience, created by Love Hope Strength, is tomorrow. It’s a day full of hiking, acoustic performances, and a rock show in the evening. The event’s goal is to raise money for cancer treatment centers and raise money for other centers around the country with their mission, “Saving lives one concert at a time.”

Because we’re excited for this event, we put together of a list of things you should do while you’re up in Vail. Be a part of the hike on Saturday, but stay the night and enjoy the sunny weather on Sunday. Here’s your guide.

 

Where to stay:

courtesy of The Lodge at Vail

courtesy of The Lodge at Vail

The Lodge at Vail, 174 Gore Creek Drive

After a long day of hiking, what better way to end the night by relaxing at one of Vail’s best resorts? Located at the base of Vail Mountain, The Lodge at Vail is a greta way to relax after the hike for Vail Rocks. Visit the spa, relax in your room, or head out for a rafting trip, but we suggest The Lodge at Vail to end the weekend right.

Summer rates start at $203.15

More info: www.lodgeatvail.rockresorts.com

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Gore Creek Campground

If you’re sticking with the outdoor theme this weekend, nestle into the Gore Creek Campground for the night. This is the closest campground to town, while still offering plenty of hikes and beautiful scenery. Reservations aren’t accepted, so make sure you get there early and find a cozy spot to sleep.

Summer rate: $18

Location: Travel east on I-70 to Exit 180 for East Vail. Turn right and follow the south frontage road (Bighorn Road) east to the road closure gate at about 2 miles.The campground is on the left just before the gate.

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What to do:

Rafting

Sage Outdoor Adventures

Starting at $85 for adults

More info: http://sageoutdooradventures.com/summer/rafting-trips/

 

Golfing

Vail Golf Club

Sunburst Dr, Vail, CO 81657

Starting at $30 for 9 holes

More info: http://vailgolfclub.net/golfrates.cfm

 

Shopping

Vail town square