For fresh powder, fantastic lodging and family fun, consider Keystone, Colorado, for your next winter escape. Located about 100 miles west of Denver International Airport, this Rocky Mountain town spans three major peaks and boasts more than 120 trails, 3,000 skiable acres and a variety of restaurants, making it a go-to winter retreat for skiers and families. To make the most of your time in the mountains, check out these five family-friendly Keystone attractions.
1. Take a Scenic Gondola Ride to Der Fondue Chessel
The famous Der Fondue Chessel restaurant at the top of North Peak offers dining options that include traditional Swiss Gruyere cheese fondue, Caesar salad, meats and seafood cooked on tabletop grills, and chocolate fondue. Strolling musicians play Bavarian songs, including the “Chicken Dance.” A gondola ride up to 11,444 feet provides a spectacular view of Keystone on the way to the restaurant, which is open throughout the winter season.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains during a gondola ride to the restaurant Der Fondue Chessel, located atop North Peak. Photo courtesy of Keystone Resort.
Learn about Keystone’s history during a scenic horse-drawn sleigh ride. Photo courtesy of Keystone Resort.
Keystone Lake is one of the largest outdoor skating rinks in the country. Don’t forget to take in the view as you skate around! Photo courtesy of Keystone Resort.
Head to the top of Dercum Mountain, and you will find Kidtopia—the world’s largest snow fort that offers fun activities for kids of all ages! Photo courtesy of Keystone Resort.
Don’t feel like skiing? Head to Adventure Point and go snow tubing down the hills instead. Photo courtesy of Keystone Resort.
