Although you may have thought of Snowmass as primarily a winter vacation destination, we at Timberline Condos are here to tell you that summers in this part of Colorado are pretty special as well. Offering outdoor adventures that will thrill and excite, restaurants that will feed your soul while filling your belly, and of course, all the comforts of home when you choose our condos for your Colorado retreat, your summer vacation in Snowmass will be one you never forget. Get a head start on planning that summer vacation in Snowmass with this guide helping you plan it to perfection, filling in the blank spaces on your itinerary while ensuring you are prepared for every possibility!
Planning to Pack
The hardest part of any vacation is often as simple as packing your suitcase. You want to prepare for any possible situation that may arise, but you are limited by the weight of your suitcase allowed and the limitation of how many suitcases you can check. Packing for summer is simple in Snowmass, though, you just have to remember that even as it is warm in the daytime, nights can get cool, so wearing layers is the best option. We really love that it never gets too hot here in the mountains, temperatures rarely rise above the 70s and it can get cold at night, so jackets are necessary, but surprisingly, you will also need sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. The Colorado sun shines brightly and comfort requires protection. Hiking shoes are a must, this time of year you will want to be outside as much as possible and the mountain provides many trails just waiting to be explored. Cameras, binoculars, and smartphones with trail apps will ensure that your adventures will be all that you dreamed they might be.
Plan on Catching Your Dinner
Flyfishing is destined to be the activity you fall in love with during your Snowmass summer getaway, but if you have never tried the sport before, you may feel more comfortable hiring a guide service such as Aspen Flyfishing, Inc. Located inside the Gorsuch Café at 555 E Durant Avenue in Aspen, and offering a variety of trips, including wading expeditions and floating ones, your trip will be custom tailored to your experience levels, and will perhaps lead you into a new obsession. Even better, enjoying a dinner that consists of your catch of the day will create tasty memories you will never want to forget.
Plan on Feeding Your Soul While Filling Your Stomach
Speaking of tasty memories, the Snowmass/Aspen area is known to be a foodie paradise, offering worldclass restaurants that will take your dining experiences to the next level of wonderful, as well as offering the comfort food that you need to fuel your body before a long day of hiking adventures. We love to start our day out with a hearty breakfast at Daly Diner, located at 16 Kearns Road #103, offering outdoor seating options that lets guests enjoy stunning views with their delicious omelets. Fine dining is the rule, rather than the exception in Snowmass, and places such as TORO in Snowmass and Duemani in Aspen never let us down. Duemani, an Italian/Mediterranean restaurant offers a fantastic wine room filled with bottles that will enhance your meal. And because pizza is always the answer to every food question, Taster’s Pizza in Snowmass Village has been serving up the tastiest pies for over 20 years.
Plan on a Little Bronco Busting
No, we aren’t suggesting you take up rodeo activities during your summer in Colorado, but we are encouraging a visit to the Snowmass Rodeo. Held every Wednesday night from June through August, it is the longest running rodeo in the state and will be celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. Offering all your standard rodeo events, as well as a petting zoo and a mechanical bull (Ok, maybe there is one rodeo activity we are suggesting you try!), this traditional and exciting summer activity will add an element of the Old West to your new west adventures.
Plan on Relaxing Hard
You will play hard during your Snowmass vacation and we think you deserve to relax even harder in our Timberline condos. Savor a lazy evening at home, watching television on state of the art sets while a fire crackles merrily and the wine you are sipping helps aid in your relaxation even more. Sit out on balconies that overlook the stunning Snowmass countryside, watching the sky turn to fire as the sun drops behind the mountains every evening and for the early risers, watch the world come awake as the sun rises every morning. Planning moments of relaxation will help you enjoy your Colorado trip of a lifetime even more. Contact us to reserve your favorite summer sanctuary today!
