Nighttime on a snow-covered mountain is one of life’s magical experiences. Not only does Keystone resort offers one of the longest ski days in Colorado (lifts close at 8pm) there’s plenty more to do once the sun sets over the Rockies.

How about trekking through the snow on a carriage drawn by draft horses? At the end of your ride you’ll be wined and dined in an authentic homestead before being trotted back home to again to your hotel or holiday apartment.

Another singular dining destination is the elegant Apenglow Stube restaurant. It requires two chairlifts and a short walk to get there, but once you are you will be offered gourmet Bavarian influenced cuisine accompanied by dazzling mountain views. Der Fondue Chessel, another noted Keystone restaurant, which specializes in fondues and raclettes, is reached by a high-speed gondola making getting there half the fun.

Down in Lakeside and River Run villages there are dozens more eateries, from pizzerias to delis and grills, and a good selection of bars serving local beers.

One of the loveliest night events in Keystone is the Glowstick Ski Parade. Held every Sunday evening, skiers and snowboarders meet up on the top of Discovery Hill, then gently glide down guided by a surreal chemiluminescent light. Or let yourself be guided by the light of the full moon. The Keystone Nordic Centre offers nighttime snowshoe tours for the whole family (minimum age 12) ending in a supper.

Perhaps though you would just like a good soak and scrub. The newly opened Spa at Keystone Lodge offers all manner of treatments, from full body scrubs to massages and full day pampering ‘passes’.

| Since 2006 Holiday Velvet offers Keystone holiday apartments.