Snuggled in Colorado’s Vail Valley in the heart of Rocky Mountains, Edwards is a charming small town near the famous ski resort and town of Vail where you will find a host of great things to do as well. Besides great skiing in the winter, Edwards offers superb fly fishing, horseback riding, and hiking through the valley and surrounding hills.
Bearcat Stables
Bearcat Stables is one of the top stables in the Vail Valley, providing horseback rides for the folks and families in Colorado since 1998. Located in the Rocky Mountains on the Bearden Homestead that was settled in the early 1900's, Bearcat Stables offer not only horseback rides but also unforgettable adventures. Each ride allows participants to learn about a bit of American history while taking in the breathtaking beauty of the Cordillera Valley. The stables offer a range of horseback rides, from the short one hour trips to four day excursions to Aspen. The ranch is also frequently used for parties, weddings, and sleigh ride dinners.
2701 Squaw Creek Rd, Edwards, CO 81632, Phone: 970-926-1578
Vail Valley Anglers
If you are in Edwards staying in one of the famous Vail or Beaver Creek resorts and want to indulge in your passion for fishing, contact Vail Valley Anglers. They are the perfect source for everything about fishing, from useful tips and information on their blog to the wide selection of high quality fly fishing gear and a range of fishing trips. They have everything you need for a fun day on the water. Book one of their fly fishing trip with their team of professional guides, or, if you prefer going alone, check out their up-to-date Colorado fishing reports. Their shop is located a short drive from the Riverwalk in Edwards, Colorado.
97 Main St E102, Edwards, CO 81632, Phone: 877-926-0900
Beaver Creek Hiking Center
Beaver Creek Hiking Center in Edwards, Colorado, makes hiking more than just a bit of exercise with breathtaking views. Their hikes include wine excursions, picnics, and all sorts of guided adventures for every age and skill level. Their Nature Valley Hike is an easy hike that starts just outside the Spruce Saddle Lodge. Hike and Wine Excursions take hikers to Beaver Lake before stopping at the deck at Beano’s Cabin for a wine, cheese, and meat pairing. Rise and Shine Hike is a great combination of hiking, fitness, cardio, and stretching. For the more adventurous there is a Colorado 13er, 14er, peak ascent, all-day adventure to the tallest Colorado peaks.
Edwards, Co, Phone: 970-754-5373
Zino Ristorante
Zino Ristorante is a popular family owned and operated Italian restaurant in downtown Edwards, Colorado, a place where locals go for family celebrations and business lunches with important clients. The restaurant is upscale and large, with traditional décor and a famous dramatic staircase that leads to the second floor. Piemontese-trained Chef Haley changes his Mediterranean-inspired menu two times a year and uses only the best seasonal and preferably local ingredients. His burrata and house-made pastas are everyone’s favorites. Zino has extensive wine list with mostly Italian wines, offering something for every budget and every taste. The large and lively upstairs bar is known for excellent cocktails and a good selection of craft beers.
The Riverwalk 27 Main Street, #101, Edwards, CO 81632, Phone: 970-926-0777
The Bookworm of Edwards
The Bookworm of Edwards is a lively locally owned independent bookstore located in the Riverwalk Shopping Center in Edwards, Colorado. The Bookworm started its life in 1996 in a retrofitted van that went between coffee shops throughout the Valley selling books to communities without access to bookstores. In 1997 Bookworm opened its first brick-and-mortar shop in a 700-square-foot store in Edwards Village Center, before moving to its current home in 2007. The Bookworm organizes frequent new book signings and other book-related events, as well as children-literacy programs that include book clubs and writing contests. The shop also donates books to schools, senior groups, and jails.
295 Main St, Edwards, CO 81632, Phone: 970-926-7323
Vista at Arrowhead
Vista at Arrowhead is located on a mountain slope close to Arrowhead ski resort near the famous exclusive Country Club of the Rockies clubhouse, just outside of its forbidding gate. Designed like a luxury ski lodge and boasting massive ceiling beams as well as huge stone fireplace, Vista is opulent, cozy, and upscale. The restaurant serves Colorado cuisine, with a menu that offers popular regional dishes such as Rocky Mountain Ruby Red Trout, a range of Colorado Beef entrées, and a variety of meat, seafood, and pasta dishes. The menu changes seasonally, and the dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients available. During the summer, guests enjoy the beautiful outdoor terrace surrounded by flowers and overlooking the golf course.
676 Sawatch Dr, Edwards, CO 81632, Phone: 970-926-2111
Gashouse
Located in a historic service station built in the 1940s, one of the first buildings constructed in Edwards, the Gashouse is a rustic chic restaurant with the vibe of a hunting lodge or a log cabin decorated with stuffed animal heads and ski paraphernalia. The restaurant opened its door in 1982 and has been a popular destination for American cuisine with a focus on wild game. The huge menu includes everyone’s favorites such as Jumbo Crab Cakes and Baby Back Pork Ribs. You could easily make a meal out of appetizers such as Grilled Quails or Duck Tenderloins. Gashouse has a large and impressive wine list.
34185 US-6, Edwards, CO 81632, Phone: 970-926-3613
