Founded: 1883
Population: 54,037
The Town of Vail is located in Eagle County, about 100 miles from Denver, CO. Eagle County is home to Vail Mountain Resort and Beaver Creek, renown ski resorts that attract national and international skiers and snowboarders. In addition to many winter sports, Vail and Eagle County are popular year-round destinations where guests enjoy mountain biking, hiking, fishing, boating and rafting, horseback riding and more. Special events range from concerts to farmer’s markets to rodeos and outdoor expos. Small, charming towns are spread across Eagle County including Minturn, Eagle, Gypsum and Avon. Local residents and visitors enjoy fine dining and wine tastings, art galleries, libraries and museums and the rich Western heritage. The Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport offers air travel service to the area and the town is also conveniently located right along Interstate 70.