Colorado is setting the scene for an unforgettable summer. The state will welcome exciting new activities, unique cycling experiences and major celebrations including the National Park Service's Centennial and the 75th Anniversary of Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre.

Vail Mountain Opens Epic Discovery

This summer, Vail will launch Epic Discovery, a new comprehensive summer activities experience. Epic Discovery will offer learn-through-play elements that will provide guests with hands-on information and activities about forest health, wildlife and the mountain geography of the White River National Forest. The Game Creek Canopy Tour will immerse guests in the forest habitat with an array of zip lines and aerial bridges; the Forest Flyer™ is an alpine coaster that runs on raised rails with an expanded trail system that will encourage more hiking and trail exploration across Vail Mountain.

Denver Zoo Opens New Tiger Exhibit

This summer, the Denver Zoo will unveil an exciting new tiger exhibit, The Edge. Located on almost a full acre on the southeastern edge of the park, The Edge will bring guests closer than ever to the Zoo's Amur tigers. Expansive open space will offer several unique ways to safely connect with these magnificent creatures.

Powderhorn Mountain Resort opens new Mountain Bike trials

Powderhorn Mountain Resort will debut two new mountain bike trails in summer 2016.  The bike trails will be serviced by the newly built high-speed quad. Powderhorn is also working with local area bike shops to build and grow a downhill bike series.

Viceroy Snowmass to Offer Cycling Program with Pro Rider, Will Frischkorn

New for summer 2016, the Viceroy Snowmass will offer a cycling program led by former pro cyclist, Will Frischkorn (Tour de France competitor for Garmin). The experience is entirely customizable and can include activities such as a 25-mile ride to Sustainable Settings Farm followed by a true farm-to-table dinner prepared by Viceroy's Executive Chef, Will Nolan. Or a ride to the Maroon Bells and Castle Creek/Ashcroft followed by a massage at the hotel.

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre Celebrates 75th Anniversary

Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a naturally formed, world-famous outdoor music venue just 15 miles west of Denver and is the only naturally occurring, acoustically perfect amphitheatre in the world. Throughout 2016, the amphitheatre will celebrate its 75th anniversary with special concerts and events. Red Rocks is recognized for its star-studded concert roster, natural acoustics and ambience, as well as its awe inspiring hiking and biking trails.

Blue Moon to Open Experimental Brewery and Restaurant

The brewing team behind Colorado's legendary Blue Moon will put their decades' worth of experience toward a new brewery and restaurant that focuses on experimenting with flavours, food pairings and more. Slated to open in late 2016 in Denver's hip RiNo (River North) neighbourhood, the brewers will push boundaries when it comes to technique, style and ingredients.

Two Mile Brewery to Open in Leadville

America's highest brewery, Two Mile Brewery, is slated to open in Leadville in spring 2016.  The brewery will provide central Colorado with high-quality, hand-crafted ales and lagers, brewed in small batches and served alongside a variety of fresh, locally-sourced food.

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Colorado is a four-season destination offering unparalleled adventure and recreational activities, an abundant arts scene, Western heritage, distinctive cuisine, and 25 renowned ski resort areas. The state's scenic landscape boasts natural hot springs, the headwaters of four major rivers, many peaceful lakes and reservoirs, eleven national parks and monuments, and 58 mountain peaks that top 14,000 feet.

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