Located in Summit County, about 75 miles west of Denver, this resort town offers 2,465 acres of ski terrain and is composed of three pedestrian-friendly village areas. Together they provide a vibrant atmosphere for lodging, retail, restaurants, bars, and family activities.

There’s world-class skiing here during the winter and hiking and biking in the summer. Many casual restaurants dot this mountain town, and the area is locally famous for its Country Music Festival and annual Bike Tour.

What to Love
• Offers 2,465 acres of ski terrain.
• Maintains several pedestrian-friendly villages.
• Home to world-class skiing in the winter and plenty of hiking/biking trails in the summer.
• A variety of tasteful Copper Mountain homes for sale.

People & Lifestyle
With a population of only 465 full-time residents, Copper Mountain's real estate scene really embraces the more secluded and small-town vibe. Many residents here work in the surrounding ski resorts and share an appreciation for mountain life.

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment
Several casual mountainside restaurants dominate the dining landscape in Copper Mountain, CO. Local favorites include Downhill Dukes, which offers a south-facing patio and mountain backdrop where many skiers relax with a cold beverage; Toast and Co., serving a variety of signature breakfast items plus hot coffee, homemade bloody mary’s and mimosas; and Double Diamond, a family-owned restaurant offering award-winning baby back ribs and homemade soups, tender steaks, fresh seafood, and hand-tossed pizza. At Camp Hale Outfitters, Copper’s largest retail destination, you can shop for skis and snowboards as well as the latest in outdoor apparel and Copper merchandise.

Things to Do
Copper Mountain is locally famous for its Copper Country Music Festival, a Labor Day concert that brings at least a dozen different country musicians to the mountains. The Copper Triangle Bike Ride is Colorado's largest annual cycling tour that crests three Colorado mountain passes: Fremont Pass, Tennessee Pass, and Vail Pass. The route incorporates three ski areas and showcases historic mining outposts. There’s also an annual Mac and Cheese Festival when chefs put a variety of gourmet spins on this comfort food classic. At Copper Creek Golf Course, a Pete and Perry Dye-designed course that is challenging and fun for players of all abilities, players reportedly hit the ball 20 percent further because of the high elevation.