Grand County offers a large variety of both sledding hills and tubing hills, let’s talk about the difference. Generally, a sledding hills is any snow covered hill on property open to the public. You bring your own sled and use your own feet to get up the hill. Many resorts and other private businesses have created tubing hills on land they manage. Typically they provide tubes, sculpt the hill into lanes and often even run a lift or magic carpet to get you up the hill. As there is an investment to set up, maintain and run these hills, there is typically a charge. But after a big day on the ski slopes or Nordic track you may appreciate not having to work so hard for your fun. And, often these are bigger and faster than sledding hills.
The Colorado Adventure Park, located just 15 miles from 107 Base Camp, offers activities for all ages and adventure levels. For children under 3, there are complimentary sleds and even a special mini-hill. Rentals of snowscoots (a kind of cross between a kid's scooter and a snowboard) are also available for children 6 and up. Indoor bathrooms, a warming hut, concessions counter and a magic carpet lift make for a great outdoor experience.
Address: 566 County Road 721, Fraser, CO 80442
The Historic Fraser Tubing Hill is groomed and lighted, making for great evening tubing. In addition, the hill is equipped with a lift to take you up to the top after each run. Adrenaline junkies may descend individually, in tandem — or for the fastest and longest ride, in group clusters. After your chilly thrill, cozy up in the warming house with a hot drink and a snack.
Address: 455 Co Rd 72, Fraser, CO 80442
YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch has a great tubing hill, with tubes included in the day pass fee. Also included is access to the swimming pool, climbing wall, roller skating, cross-country skiing, ice skating, and much more, so you'll want to plan a day of it.
Address: 1101 Co Rd 53, Granby, CO 80446
Coca-Cola® Tube Park offers four lanes for racing your friends, a conveyor belt for an uphill ride and a state-of-the-art warming structure to keep you playing all day long. One thing's for sure: Coca-Cola® Tube Park is a great addition to our tubing scene that you don't want to miss. (Keep in mind that all riders must be at least 36” tall at this hill.)
Address: 85 Parsenn Rd, Winter Park, CO 80482
The Rendezvous Event Center at Hideaway Park in downtown Winter Park is open for sledders for free. Sleds are available at the hill and checked out using the honor system. Parental supervision is recommended.
Address: 78821 US-40, Winter Park, CO 80482