July 09, 2013
Stargazing at Copper Mountain
Far from city street lamps, glaring strip malls and stadium lighting, the mountains around Copper have some of the darkest skies in the state, which makes it the perfect place for an evening of star gazing. If you're visiting from a hazy city in the Midwest or East, be sure to take your kids outside after dark for what could be the best look at the Milky Way they've ever had. And if your visit coincides with one of the periodic meteor showers that grace the skies with streaking fireballs, so much the better,
July 01, 2013
There’s nothing like Independence Day in the mountains of Colorado
There are always plenty of fireworks and hotdogs to go around on the Fourth of July, but if you're in Summit County this year, head over to Copper Mountain for a taste of something a little different. The renowned Wanderlust Festival is coming to the Copper, coinciding with the Independence Day holiday, and offering some calming activities to balance all the holiday excitement, including standup paddleboard yoga, Qi yoga and slackline yoga.
June 28, 2013
Cycling Summit County
There's good reason that Copper Mountain Resort is a hub for summer cycling events, including classic rides like the Copper Triangle and Courage Classic. But you don't have to be part of an organized tour to enjoy the high country from the saddle of a two-wheeler.
June 25, 2013
Colorado Running Festival features races along the scenic Colorado Trail at Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain's summer season starts to heat up this weekend with the Colorado Running Festival, featuring races and fun runs in a spectacular mountain setting, including the legendary Colorado Trail.
June 23, 2013
Copper Mountain memories: 5 tips for great smartphone photography
With all the great built-on smartphone cameras these days, it's easy to record those family moments and share them when you return home, but if you want your friends to be impressed, it helps to have some decent shots. Here are a few tips for making the most of all that great technology that Apple has managed to pack into your iPhone.