Heading off on a holiday to Keystone is every skier’s dream. The superlative slopes of the mighty Colorado Mountains provide endless miles of slaloming fun; and all winter activities like sleigh, snow mobile and snowboard riding are considered some of the best in North America. Summer activities are likewise superb, with hiking, mountain climbing and biking available in all the surrounding areas. Keystone is nestled deep in the South Park valley, and flanked by some of the highest peaks in the whole continent. While adrenalin-filled activities abound, there are also plenty of alternative options if a day off the slopes is what you’re after. Book an apartment in the River Run Village and follow our guide to the best non-ski related activities in Keystone. You may just find yet another reason to book your trip! Soar high above the skies Hot air ballooning is often considered to be one of life’s most superlative activities; indeed no bucket list would be complete without adding at least one magical ride somewhere in the world. Gliding high above the ground, and taking in a bird’s eye view of Colorado’s imposing mountains, would have to be one of the very best things to do in Keystone. On your ...

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 ...

Out of all the resorts in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Keystone has the reputation of being the most family-friendly, going the extra mile to keep the little ones happy and amused. The resort even has its own kid’s mascot; a dog-like character called Ripperoo who can often be seen hanging around the lifts and runs. And it has tubing. Tubing, or skirting down a mountain on an inner-tube, is a great break away from the skis. There’s certainly not much skill involved (in fact the only requirement is that participants be over 42 inches tall) and it’s a good way to boost children’s confidence in the snow. ‘Disco’ Day tubing (whereby you whoosh down the slope to a disco beat) and night tubing is also available at Keystone’s tubing runs (bookings required). There are plenty of indoor kid activities too. At the Kidtopia Activity Centre in River Run Village they can take part in face painting, snowflake making and all manner of winter crafts (Open 9am-4.30pm, daily). Or how about taking them to Glow Bug Skate Night? On Monday evenings, the rink monitors at Keystone Adventure Center will dress you up in glow-in-the-dark gear, and then let you loose on ...

The Rocky Mountains are any skier’s dream destination and Keystone is one of its most popular resorts. Spread over three mountains, Keystone’s variety of activities is astounding, from tubing to snowboarding, ice climbing to Nordic skiing and night skiing. On top of that, its facilities are plentiful. Keystone Colorado’s accommodation is clustered in and around its two purpose-built villages; Lakeside and River Run. Here you’ll find a plethora of lively restaurants and bars, shops and other services, including lots of activities for children. One of the most appreciated of Keystone’s features is the ease in which you can get to the slopes, with a 35,000 per person, per hour capacity spread over twenty lifts (all within walking distance of the majority of Keystone’s holiday apartments) and two high speed gondolas. And although its well known for steep slopes and long, groomed ski runs, the terrain itself is varied enough to suit all ages and levels. More experienced skiers will appreciate the Terrain Park, with over 100 slopes, ramps, pipes, half pipes and other elements to jib and jump over. Or the Independence Bowl; 278 acres of steep, north-facing terrain reserved for expert off-trail, downhill skiing and snowboarding. And there are ...