Vail Hiking Trails

Summer adventures on ski slopes

When the snow melts, Vail transforms into a hiking paradise. From easy nature walks to challenging alpine adventures, the trails around Vail offer stunning scenery and access to pristine wilderness.

Booth Falls Trail

Vail's Most Popular Hike

4.3-mile roundtrip to a stunning 60-foot waterfall. Continue to Booth Lake for a 9-mile adventure.

4.3 mi RT Moderate

Gore Creek Trail

River Walk

Easy paved trail along Gore Creek through Vail Village. Perfect for a morning walk or evening stroll.

Various Easy

Bighorn Creek Trail

Wildflower Paradise

8-mile roundtrip through aspen groves and alpine meadows. Excellent wildflower displays in July.

8 mi RT Moderate

Eagles Nest Wilderness

Backcountry Adventure

Pristine wilderness with multiple trailheads. Alpine lakes, 13ers, and remote backcountry camping.

Various Moderate-Hard

Vail Mountain Summer Trails

Gondola Access

Take the gondola up and hike down through alpine meadows. Multiple trails with varying difficulty.

Gondola Various

Vail Pass Recreation Path

Paved Mountain Path

Paved trail along I-70 with mountain views. Great for biking or an easy high-altitude walk.

Paved Easy

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