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Vail
Elevation 8,120�
Originally a Ranching Community, Vail, is now North America�s largest and most popular ski destination.
Comprising 5,289 skiable acres and 33 lifts.
A favorite saying in the Vail Valley, �You come for the winter, but you stay for the summer�.
Vail has the largest free transit system of any where in the nation.
The county is comprised of over ten separate towns and unincorporated communities. Avon, Arrowhead, Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch, Eagle,Eagle-Vail, Edwards, Gypsum, Minturn, Vail, and Wolcott. Together they are known as the Vail Valley, each with its own small-town ambiance and flavor.
The Vail Valley can be described as the ideal place to live with a balanceof recreation, incredible amenities and a beautiful small town environment surrounded with mountain vistas of the Gore Range, and the summers a blaze of color from fields of wild flowers.
In the 2000 census, Eagle County had a population of over 40,000. There is a diverse culture comprised of many nationalities.
Beaver Creek
Elevation 8,100� Population 250
Old World Charm with every modern day luxury. Located 11 miles from Vail and directly south of Avon.
Beaver Creek offers a European-style Village-to-Village skiing experience.
One of the great summer amenities is the 18 hole Beaver Creek Golf Course.
Beaver Creek has many ski-in ski-out single family homes, townhomes and condominiums.
Bachelor Gulch
Elevation 8,100� Population 150
This secluded mountain village has incredible views of Castle Peak, the Gore Range and Eagle River.
Bachelor Gulch is a community of extraordinary and exclusive custom single family homes, townhomes and condominiums.
Bachelor Gulch is also home to the Ritz Carlton Hotel.
As a Home Owner everyone has the opportunity to join the exclusive Bachelor Gulch Club with it�s many amenities.
Arrowhead
Elevation 7,400� Population 150
Located just off of Highway 6 and east of Edwards.
This intimate, European �style village consists of many single family homes,townhomes and condominiums. Many offering ski-in, ski-out locations.
The par-72 Jack Nicklaus signature golf course and Country Club of The Rockies.
Arrowhead affords its home owners luxury, privacy and a serene setting to call home.
Cordillera
Elevation 7,800� Population 1,055
A Dramatic natural setting with incredible views makes Cordillera a mountain living experience like no other.
A World Class Golf Course, The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera, winter Nordic Center, Children�s Center and Summit Club.
A Private Community with easy access to world class skiing.
Minturn
Elevation 7,900� Population 1,068
During Eagle County�s mining boom in the late 1800�s, Minturn thrived as the crossroads of the mountain railroad system.
The state and national scenic by-way winds through Minturn making it one of the most spectacular scenic drives.
One of the most popular events is the Minturn Farmers Market.
Tourists and locals alike, find Minturn a popular place to call home or to start a business.
The historic mountain character remains.
Avon
Elevation 7,480� Population 5, 560�
Named after Shakespeare�s, Stratford upon Avon.
Avon is centered around Nottingham Lake and Park with 48 acres of openspace, athletic fields, playground, picnic tables, walking paths,tennis & volleyball courts.
Avon has more affordable housing then many areas in the valley. It also hasmany shops, restaurants, post office, medical and professional offices.
Avon is the gateway to Beaver Creek and Bachlor Gulch.
Edwards
Elevation 7,226� Population 8,500�
Gorgeous views in every direction, a temperate climate and a charm that makes Edwards a unique community to call home.
Edwards has experienced a lot of growth that has allowed residents many housing opportunities, the quaint Riverwalk Business Center with many retail shops and restaurants.
A medical Center, the Shaw Cancer & Research Center and Post Office.
The National Forest surrounds Edwards to afford the opportunity for endless outdoor recreation.
Wolcott & Red Sky Ranch
Elevation 7,000� Population 150
7 miles west of Edwards on Interstate 70. This is a picturesque mountain town situated on the Eagle River.
Adjacent to Wolcott is Red Sky Ranch, a much apprised golf community of two world-class golf courses.
Spectacular views of Castle Peak, the Gore Range and the Back Bowls of Vail.
This community embraces the Ranch that it once was with wildlife and limited building sites available.
Eagle
Elevation 6,605� Population 3,000
Eagle has the feel of a small town, with a high percentage of full-time residents. 30 miles west of Vail and the resort life.
Eagle has a more temperate climate year round. A public golf course, manyshops, County Government offices, Eagle County Airport and Vail Valley Jet Center.
Gypsum
Elevation 6,300� Population 3,654
Located at the confluence of the Eagle River and Gypsum Creek. Just 35 miles from Vail and 60 miles to Aspen.
Excellent fishing, Golf Courses, miles of BLM and National Forest Service Land,make Gypsum an excellent summer and winter playground.