Winter comes long and hard in Colorado. Light powder and heavier snow make drive many people in doors but there are always those who ignore the lure of a warm fire and take to the mountains. While, traditionally, this meant snowshoeing skiing and even snowboarding, a new winter sport is making its trails throughout the state. Snowmobiling in Colorado is no longer a minor player. It is making strides in popularity and nowhere more than in Grand Lake.
Welcome to the Snowmobile Capital of Colorado
Grand Lake holds this title and has so for many years. While some choose to take their Arctic Cats or Skidoos to Steamboat spring or South Fork, many more flock to the many trails in and around Grand Lake. They have their reasons.
- Number of Trails: The town has close to 300 miles of snowmobiling trails
- Rentals Arrangements: Rentals of various machines are easy to arrange. In fact, some lodges offer snowmobiles for rent on site. You can even book a snowmobile when you book your room in advance
- Scenic Views: The town’s trails offer awe-inspiring scenery. You can drive on trails that go through pristine natural forests. Do note, however, that snowmobiles are not allowed in the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park
- Guided Tours: If you are new to the area or simply want to be sure of the best reasons to ride, take a guided tour. Local experience and knowledge always proves to be helpful in scouting and riding snowmobile trails. Who else knows them and the weather conditions for the day better?
- Accommodations: Winter camping is not the ideal for everyone. At Grand Lake, you can spend a day enjoy snowmobiling but return to warm and comfortable accommodations. You can stay in a cabin, cottage, lodge, hotel or ranch
- Other Activities: Winter does not put an end to the various activities in Grand Lake. Combine snowmobiling in Colorado with shopping on the Grand Lake Boardwalk. Take part in the Winter Carnival in January or put your snowmobile aside for the day and enjoy the Catch and Release Ice Fishing contest in March.do not forget the restaurants offering everything from homemade meals to traditional barbecue fare
Snowmobiling may be the reason you come to Grand Lake. It is not, however, the only activity you can enjoy while staying in the area.
Snowmobiling in Colorado
When the snow flies in Colorado, you can stay indoors or reach out and play in the great outdoors. If the latter appeals to you, come to Grand Lake, Colorado, to play in the snow. For those who like to ratchet up their enjoyment to a new level, come be part of the winter sport that has made its capital in Grand Lake. Come try snowmobiling in Colorado for the thrill of it all.
