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Grand Adventures – Winter Park

Grand Adventures is the only snowmobile tour that leads you to 12,000 feet atop the Continental Divide. From the summit, you’ll be rewarded with majestic views of the Grand County valley.

Both guided and unguided rentals are available from five great locations, including Winter Park, Fraser , and Grand Lake .‎ The closest to Denver is at the Winter Park Lodge, at Winter Park Resort . Snowmobiles depart from the base of the ski area.

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The Trailblazer Trail is the newest departure spot, situated in the Winter Park/Fraser Valley. It features plenty of advanced terrains. Or head north to Grand Lake, a mecca of snowmobiling in Colorado, which features over one hundred miles of trails for the intermediate to the expert driver.

Read our feature on snowmobiling with Grand Adventures .

Drivers must be 16+ with a driver’s license in order to operate a snowmobile. However, mini snowmobiles can be rented for kids aged 4 to 12. Kids can ride around a groomed track in Beaver Village in downtown Winter Park.

The Continental Divide Tour visits the Arapaho National Forest with their side by sides. They ride 15 miles over Corona Pass, reaching almost 12,000 ft. You get to drive your own vehicle and follow one of the guides.

The trips include plenty of opportunities for pausing for photos, soaking up the views, and going on a small trek.

Address: 81699 Hwy 40, Winter Park , CO

Phone: 970-726-9247

Season: mid November to early April

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We offer Ski-Doo Grand Trail Touring machines for unguided rentals, or choose a 1-3 hour guided tour along the Continental Divide above Fraser Valley and Winter Park Resort.

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Trailblazer snowmobile tours.

Since 1983, Trailblazer has offered snowmobile tours in and around Winter Park. Enjoy a full or half-day tour on the winter trails.

Mini-snowmobiles (either snowscoots or Polaris 120cc) are available for kids at the Colorado Adventure Park. Near Winter Park, explore the many trails within Arapaho National Forest. Explore Rabbit Ears Pass near Kremmling. Discover tons of trails in Grand Lake, the "Snowmobile Capital of Colorado".

Where can I go snowmobiling near Winter Park?

Harness the power of a snowmobile and explore the forests and mountains of the Winter Park area as you've never seen them before! Guided or unguided opportunities await at several different locations throughout the county. Take a guided tour, rent snowmobiles or bring your own - Grand Lake is known as the 'Snowmobiling Capital of Colorado' with over 300 trails, and Grand County as a whole has over a thousand miles of snowmobile-friendly trails.

Winter Park and Fraser : Within the Arapaho National Forest that surrounds Winter Park and Fraser, snowmobile trails are maintained along both sides of Highway 40. More info on Arapaho NF Snowmobiling .

Grand Lake Trails : Take your pick from 300 miles of trails, (150 of which are groomed), as well as many snow fields. Snowmobiling along Grand Lake streets is even legal.

Granby Trails : Offering a wide variety of groomed trails right near town.

Kremmling : Three unique areas near Kremmling are superb for snowmobiling:

• Rabbit Ears Pass: Just 45 minutes from Kremmling, open terrain and many trails are available on top of the pass. Download a detailed map .
• Gore Pass: 16 miles from Kremmling, Gore Pass is known for its abundant powder, great for snowmobiling.
• Spring Creek: 10 miles from Kremmling, Spring Creek offers an uncrowded escape for snowmobilers.

Colorado Adventure Park (2 miles from Winter Park): In addition to tubing adventures, this fun park has a snowscoot trail for the snowscoots (mini-snowmobiles) that kids, ages 6-13 and under 130 pounds, can ride!

• Directions: From Winter Park, drive west on US Highway 40 until you reach the traffic light in Fraser (across from the Safeway). Turn left onto County Road 72 and drive past the Alco Shopping Center; once you pass the underpass and the road forks, stay to the right (County Road 721/Fraser Valley Parkway). You'll see the parking lot on the left side of the road.
• Contact Information: 970-726-5779.

Guides and Tours: If you are new to the area or the sport, a guided tour is your best option. Discover the views atop the Continental Divide Trail or sign up for a kid friendly tour. Many options await you at local outfitters and tour guides like Grand Adventures or guest ranches like C Lazy U Ranch (see their listings to the right).

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Looking for snowmobiling near Denver? Grand Adventures has the snowmobile experience for you. Ride the Continental Divide on Colorado snowmobiling trails as you never have before. Guided Tours and Self-Guided Rentals top out at nearly 12,000 feet with views of the entire Winter Park Ski area and the Fraser Valley.  Multiple Locations, Tours, and Self Guided rental options for all abilities from beginner to advanced.

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We have 4 great riding locations to choose from. The closest snowmobiling to Denver would be at the Winter Park Mountain Lodge, located across from the Winter Park Resort. You will see our snowmobiles arriving and departing across the street from the ski area! Our two hour snowmobile tour is the only tour in the county to the Continental Divide! For those who want the experience of riding up to the Continental Divide at their own pace, try our 2 hour or 3.5 hour unguided snowmobile rental. Our Fraser Trailblazer Tours in Winter Park / Fraser Valley offers 1 hour, 2 hour, and 3 hour family tours. Experience a vast array of terrain in the wilderness and maybe even see a moose! Or, if you are vacationing in Grand Lake, the CAPITAL of Snowmobiling in Colorado you have access to ride from the town of Grand Lake to over 100 miles of trails for the intermediate to advanced rider.

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Guided Tours & Self-guided Rentals are currently available for reservation for the upcoming 2023-24 Winter Season!

Please note that online reservations cut off at 5:30pm for morning trips.  All other trips cut off approx. 2 hours before the check-in time.

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Every participant must read and sign a Liability Participant Agreement in advance.  A Legal Guardian must sign for all minors (under 18 years old).  If a legal guardian will not be present day of the trip, PLEASE contact us prior to your trip to complete the document!

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THE WINTER Season Begins Nov 23rd! RESERVE ONLINE

Trips are currently available for the 23-24 Winter Season!

Reserve your adventure online at your convenience, subject to availability.  We highly suggest you book your adventure in advance! *All Discounts/Coupons are not valid Dec 18th-Jan 3rd* *Any Discounts/Coupons must be applied at time of reservation. No Exceptions*

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We are open for thru March 31st, 2024 for Snowmobile Guided Tours & Self-Guided Rentals!  Don't forget to check out Colorado's only Ski Doo Electric Snowmobile Tour at Trailblazers.  Unfortunately our Grand Lake location is closed for the season.

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Groomed trails or deep backcountry powder, no matter which, your unbeatable snowmobiling adventure starts in Granby. Whether you just want to enjoy a brisk ride through the forest or access some of the best backcountry sledding terrain in Colorado, you can find it all here.

GUIDED TOURS

Ride the Continental Divide on Colorado snowmobiling trails as you never have before with Grand Adventures . Tours top out at nearly 12,000 feet with incredible mountain views. Choose between their two most popular tours, the Continental Divide Tour and Trailblazer Tour, both with either 2- or 3-hour options. Their tours feature a good mix of main trail riding, single track trails, and open meadows and they have options for all abilities from beginner to advanced.

On the Trail Rentals has two tour options that explore the Arapaho National Forest near Grand Lake. Both are 2-hours long. Their Trail Ride Tour is geared toward the beginner snowmobile rider who wants the comfort of having a guide accompany them on their adventure. You’ll travel approximately 30 miles on groomed snowmobile trails reaching elevations of 11,000 feet. Powder fields and beautiful scenery allow for excellent photo opportunities. The Advanced Tour is geared toward intermediate riders wanting the comfort of a guide. This is a faster paced tour travels approximately 40 miles on groomed trails and reaches elevations of 12,000 feet. The panoramic views in the high mountain meadows will make you think you are on top of the world.

EXPLORE ON YOUR OWN

If you want the experience of riding at your own pace, try an unguided snowmobile rental. Grand Adventures and On the Trail Rentals both offer snowmobiles rentals and will give you tips and maps on the best places to explore. You’ll be able to leave right from where you rent, so no need to worry about transporting a snowmobile anywhere. Want to purchase your own snowmobile? Stop by Power World Sports . They have new and pre-owned snowmobiles, as well as trailers, for sale.

If you already have your own sled, you’ll have no shortage of places to explore. Our area boasts more than 1,000 miles of snowmobiling trails and nearly 150 inches of annual snowfall. Make sure to check out the Stillwater Pass Area , accessible from the Idleglen Trailhead near Grand Lake. This extensive network of trails is paradise for snowmobiling in the winter and offroading in the summer. Offering everything from easy trails to difficult challenges, this area boasts some of the most beautiful views of the Rocky Mountains. Please note that this area was burned by the East Troublesome Fire . Hazardous conditions may exist, so make sure to stay on designated trails.

With hundreds of thousands of acres of pristine terrain, deep-powder, and picturesque views to explore from your snowmobile, Granby is the perfect spot for snowmobile adventures.

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Women, and black women, make history in St. Petersburg

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ST. PETERSBURG — A city that has made inclusiveness part of its vision celebrated a milestone Thursday, swearing in two new City Council members who embody several firsts.

Deborah Figgs-Sanders joined Lisa Wheeler-Bowman to become the second female African American on the council. Never before have two black women served on the body at the same time.

Figgs-Sanders is also the first African American to serve District 5, which covers the southern tip of the city and includes Lakewood Estates and Pinellas Point.

And because Figgs-Sanders replaced term-limited Steve Kornell, the council now has six women. That is the most ever, according to St. Petersburg Museum of History archives.

The other new council member, Robert Blackmon, also made history. At 30, he is the youngest person ever to sit on the City Council, the museum said, and is the first voice on council from a new generation. He replaced Charlie Gerdes as the District 1 representative.

Their additions push forward St. Petersburg City Council’s diversity quotient. The eight-member body now features six women. Two of them are black and two are openly gay. The age difference between the oldest council member, Ed Montanari, and Blackmon is 31 years.

St. Petersburg’s majority women council stands in contrast to those in Tampa and Clearwater, where not one woman serves. While Tampa City Council does feature racial diversity — three are Hispanic, three are white and one is black — all of Clearwater’s council members are white.

“We are so diverse," Figgs-Sanders said after the swearing-in ceremony. “And now our city council actually reflects that diversity.”

Blackmon, who said he was honored to be the youngest, downplayed its significance.

“Age to me, it doesn’t matter," he said after being sworn in. "As long as your heart’s in the right place and you’re willing to do the job, that’s all that matters.”

Before the new council members took their oaths, the outgoing City Council held its final meeting, allowing for an emotional send-off of Gerdes and Kornell. Before a full room at the city’s new police headquarters, council members fought through tears as they shared memories, calling the pair inspirations and mentors. Both received a commemorative trophy in recognition of their combined 18 years of service.

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“When I think of you, the word I think of is trailblazer," council member Brandi Gabbard said to Kornell, who was elected in 2009 as the city’s first openly gay council member. "It’s not easy to be a trailblazer. And you do it with grace.”

Gerdes earned praise from his colleagues for his faith and caring.

“You lead a compassionate life and you encourage others to do so as well," council member Amy Foster said.

Gerdes, as he is known to be, was the most emotional. His voice wavered throughout the meeting, and though he promised not to cry — lest his brother, Rob Gerdes, the city’s neighborhood affairs administrator, win a bet — a tear eventually escaped him.

“Rob, s--t, you won," he said. The audience clapped and laughed.

Kornell, a champion of equality, left his colleagues with a charge: root out discrimination and prejudice. He noted that when he was Blackmon’s age, City Council was not a possibility for him because of who he is.

“And that is wrong," he said. "You can’t afford as a city, or a state, or a country, to eliminate entire groups of people.”

Before Gerdes, who served as the 2019 council chair, adjourned his final meeting, he recalled a quote from Martin Luther King Jr: “I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be.”

After a short break, the council reemerged. Montanari, the new chair, called to order his first meeting, with Figgs-Sanders and Blackmon on the dais.

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