Free & Cheap Things to Do in Vail, CO

  • The list below includes 76 free or cheap things to do in or near Vail, Colorado, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountain Biking, Music Venue and Sports Museums.
  • From Betty Ford Alpine Gardens to Vail Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vail and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon and Edwards.
  • The list below includes 76 free or cheap things to do in or near Vail, Colorado, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mountain Biking, Music Venue and Sports Museums.
  • From Betty Ford Alpine Gardens to Vail Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vail and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon and Edwards.
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15.3 Miles
100% 94 votes
Rafting 279 Main St, Frisco, CO 80443 MoreLess Info
The Paddle Colorado offers the scenic view of the historical Upper Colorado River and experience the exhilarating canyons and class II and III rapids. Paddle Colorado is perfect for first timers paddlers and families who want to experience the great adventure the Colorado River can provide.
15.3 Miles
93% 44 votes
Art Gallery 110 Second Avenue, Frisco, CO 80443 MoreLess Info
A glass blowing studio and gallery, Gatherhouse is artist John Hudnut's studio. Hudnut offers lessons in glass blowing, and conducts frequent demonstrations that are open to the public. His works are available for purchase.
15.3 Miles
99% 143 votes
Rafting 220 E Main St., Frisco, CO 80443 MoreLess Info
Located in the heart of ski country, Rocky Mountain Whitewater Rafting offers professionally guided trips on clear mountain streams. There are multiple trips of varying difficulty and length offered on either the Colorado or Arkansas Rivers.
15.4 Miles
90% 10 votes
Libraries County Commons Building 0037 County Road 1005, Frisco, CO 80443 MoreLess Info
From research to computer services, Summit County Main Library - Frisco is a multilevel library stocked with shelves of books. The library regularly hosts events such as book sales, slide show presentations, and more.
15.6 Miles
75% 4 votes
Music Venue 620 Main Street, Frisco, CO 80443 MoreLess Info
At The Barkley Ballroom, visitors can see a host of live performances from rock bands, folk artists, DJs, and more. The venue also has a wine and jazz event put on by various wine merchants.
15.7 Miles
94% 79 votes
Marinas 267 Marina Road, Frisco, CO MoreLess Info
With 3,300 acres of lake available, Frisco Bay Marina offers rentals for canoes, kayaks, and powerboats. During the summer, visitors can take lessons and tours on sailboats. The marina also has a playground with a picnic area.
15.8 Miles
98% 124 votes
Kayaking Frisco Marina, Frisco, CO 80424 MoreLess Info
The Kayak Lake Dillon offers 2.5 hours kayaking trip in Lake Dillon and ends in Frisco Bay Marina. This tour is a perfect way for people to enjoy the sceneries of Lake Dillon, at the same time, learn a thing or two about kayaking.
15.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Camping Site Silverthorne, CO 80497 MoreLess Info
Located along the shore of Lake Dillon, Heaton Bay Campground is a location offering many facilities for nature lovers to enjoy. Besides camping, visitors to the campground commonly enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing in the nearby area.
16.0 Miles
92% 38 votes
National & State Parks Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne, CO MoreLess Info
Rainbow Park offers a public facility with a skate park, volleyball court, and playground. Three Picnic areas with public restrooms make it a wonderful spot to host a gathering.
16.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Skate Parks Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne, CO 80498 MoreLess Info
Created by famed skate park designers Team Pain, the Silverthorne Skatepark is a concrete skate center with a variety of amenities. It features smooth, fast surfaces, a skating bowl, and other urban skate facilities.
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