The String of Attractions at the Town of Eagle

The Town of Eagle is situated between the Grand Junction and Denver on the western

slopes of the wondrous Rockies. Rightly touted as one of the ―best kept secrets‖ of

Colorado at present, Eagle is definitely looking at a much brighter future ahead--- a

time when it will need little introduction among travelers. The growing tourist footfall

is a brilliant testimony to the fact.

The series of adventure sports to be tried out here include:

Mountain Biking

Camping

Fishing

Rafting and Kayaking

Fishing

Golfing

Hiking

Nordic Snowshoeing

Besides, the Town of Eagle also presents a string of not-so-adventurous opportunities as

well! After hitting the biking trails or sweating it out in a speedy hiking tour you can

jolly well head for Broadway for an extensive shopping experience or the nearby

restaurants for exclusive gourmet delights. Let us take a detailed look of the activities to

be performed here.

Mountain Biking

The biking trails have been designed with keen attention to the capabilities of different

levels of riders. Allow yourself to be swayed by the versatility of these biking trails

near Colorado, featuring luxuriant forests, high desert and aspen groves. The series of

notable tracks are:

Abrams Gulch—Abrams Ridge Ride

Boneyard--- Pool Ice Rink Ride

Abrams Gulch- Tick Alley—

Elmers Ride

Haymaker Ride

Boneyard – Redneck Ridge Ride

Elmers Tick Alley Elk Drop Star

Wars Ride

Hiking

Explore the amazing opportunity to forge your own hiking route amidst perfect

tranquility. The rolling hills, flat terrains and challenging climbs—once again,

make for a uniquely diverse landscape designed for variant levels of hikers. Here

is a rundown of the trails which should be a part of your itinerary:

Brown’s Loop Trail

Horton Elmers Tick Alley Star Wars Horton Hike

Boneyard Pool/ Ice Rink Hike

Hernage Gulch Trail

Abrams Gulch Abrams Ridge Hike

Abrams Ridge McHatten Star Wars Horton Hike

Abrams Gulch World’s Greatest Horton Hike

Nordic Ski and Snowshoeing

The joy of indulging in a spirited Nordic Ski and

Snowshoeing session is actually accentuated by

the winters at the Town of Eagle. The mild

weather in combination with tender snowfall

makes way for a wonderful snowshoeing

adventure. Here are a few of the tracks which

you shouldn’t miss

Fulford Road

Eagle Ranch Golf Course Nordic and

Snowshoe

Vassar Meadows

McKenzie Gulch Nordic and Snowshoe

Sylvan Lake State Park Nordic and Snowshoe

Sylvan Lake State Park, is primarily suggested for those who have an irrevocably

adventurous bent of mind. Secure an amazing view of the Sawatch Range stretching

magnificently through the pine forests and the aspen groves. The river is flanked by

popular trails including the McKenzie Gulch, Sneve Gulch, White River National

Forest, Lake Charles, Nolan Lake,

Ironedge and others.

Fishing

Buckle up with your fishing nets

and rediscover the joy of feeling one

with Nature. Fishing remains a year

round sport in Eagle, whereby you

can actually get a tip or two from the

local anglers on the effective hatches

and patterns, if luck prevails. The

popular fishing spots are:

Eagle River

Brush Creek

Sylvan Lake

Nolan Lake

Lake Charles & Mystic Island

Other activities

As already mentioned above, you can also indulge in other recreational activities. Check

out Broadway for some heavy-duty shopping or check out the local restaurants for an

eclectic mix of gourmet delights including authentic Mexican and delicious East Coast

Italian dishes. Watch out for year round events like Yoga in the Park, VEHA

Sportsmanship Hockey Tournament etc.