{"id":39778,"date":"2020-08-05T17:06:27","date_gmt":"2020-08-05T21:06:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/?p=39778"},"modified":"2024-05-23T21:25:15","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T01:25:15","slug":"piney-lake-vail-colorado","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/","title":{"rendered":"See a Side of Vail in the Summer you\u2019ve Never Seen Before"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">I opened up the little cabin door and took a deep breath of chilly mountain air.  Inhale.  Exhale. It was 6 AM, and the sun was coming up from behind the Gore Range.  I looked out on the calm, pristine Piney Lake, and my eyes locked in on the small birds flitting around, dipping their beaks into the water for a morning drink.  I was completely alone in the backcountry landscape.  It was hard to believe I was technically in Vail \u2013 a town known for its luxury and tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a part of Vail I never knew existed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69b933352469c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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\u2013 a Hidden Secret in Vail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#What_Facilities_are_at_Piney_Lake\" >What Facilities are at Piney Lake?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#Piney_River_Ranch_Cabins_Vail_CO_and_Glamping\" >Piney River Ranch Cabins Vail CO and Glamping<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#Things_to_do_at_Piney_Lake\" >Things to do at Piney Lake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#Hiking_the_Upper_Piney_River_Falls_Trail\" >Hiking the Upper Piney River Falls Trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#Get_Out_on_the_Lake\" >Get Out on the Lake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#Horseback_Riding_on_Aspen-Filled_Trails\" >Horseback Riding on Aspen-Filled Trails<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#Fishing\" >Fishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#Stargazing\" >Stargazing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#A_Smoking_Restaurant\" >A Smoking Restaurant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#What_to_Bring_to_Piney_River_Ranch\" >What to Bring to Piney River Ranch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#How_to_Get_to_Piney_Lake_in_Vail\" >How to Get to Piney Lake in Vail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#COVID-19_Changes_for_2023\" >COVID-19 Changes for 2023<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#See_a_Different_Side_of_Vail_This_Summer\" >See a Different Side of Vail This Summer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/#5_Travel_Essentials_to_Take_on_Every_Trip\" >5 Travel Essentials to Take on Every Trip<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Vail_Town\"><\/span>History of Vail Town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve often wondered how Vail came to be such an upscale mountain town \u2013 so different from many other mountain towns in Colorado.  The first thing I learned is that Vail doesn\u2019t come from a western mountain town background like most of the ski towns around Colorado; it was a purpose-built ski town!  It was created to have everything at your disposal as a pedestrian-friendly ski village. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its construction began in the spring of 1962, and by the fall of 1966, the Town of Vail was incorporated.  Since then it has continued to grow and has a number of facelifts.  It\u2019s now home to not only incredible skiing but world-class restaurants, hotels, condos, and spas. If I were to compare it to high school times \u2013 Vail is the popular kid with all the right stuff. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, one thing Vail isn\u2019t is rustic and backwoods-ish\u2026that is until I found this little gem where I woke up only 11 miles outside of Vail!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Piney_Lake_CO_%E2%80%93_a_Hidden_Secret_in_Vail\"><\/span>Piney Lake CO \u2013 a Hidden Secret in Vail <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the road, you\u2019ll find Piney Lake, one of the prettiest views in Vail\u2026and Colorado.  Found at 9,350 feet, Piney Lake frames the majestic Gore range in the distance.  Here, there are no fancy resorts or restaurants; in fact, there is barely even power, thanks to a generator. You\u2019ll only find 6 little cabins by the lake and maybe a moose if you are lucky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"39762\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09000.jpg\" alt=\"piney lake vail cabins\" class=\"wp-image-39762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09000.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09000-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09000-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09000-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09000-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In reality, Piney Lake isn\u2019t too much of a secret, as during the day, it\u2019s full of visitors canoeing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, fishing, and SUPping.  But the secret is\u2026ssshhhh\u2026 if you stay overnight at Piney Lake, you will have this backcountry wilderness and incredible views all to yourself from 5 PM to 10 AM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>\u201cYou have to stay to get the real beauty of the place &#8211; it\u2019s a totally different feel &#8211; everyone leaves and it\u2019s yours to enjoy in peace and quiet.\u201d<\/p><cite>Piney River Ranch<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Piney Lake is owned by the Denver Water Board, which bought it in the late 80s during the water shortage in Denver with the intention to fill a reservoir.  But luckily, they never had to do that! Piney River Ranch leases the land from the Water Board on a long-term lease and has continued to add amenities to the area by the lake for overnight stays and day visitors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/things-to-do-in-denver-colorado\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1058858\">unique things to do in Denver from a local<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Facilities_are_at_Piney_Lake\"><\/span>What Facilities are at Piney Lake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Piney River Ranch has developed the area for day visitors and a few overnight guests.  Located in the Vail backcountry, they somehow have managed to provide a few great facilities in this remote destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39764\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09027.jpg\" alt=\"piney river ranch\" class=\"wp-image-39764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09027.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09027-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09027-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09027-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"39752\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51-2.jpg\" alt=\"piney river ranch facilities\" class=\"wp-image-39752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39758\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08990.jpg\" alt=\"piney river ranch cabin\" class=\"wp-image-39758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08990.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08990-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08990-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08990-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39755\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08971.jpg\" alt=\"cabins piney lake vail\" class=\"wp-image-39755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08971.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08971-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08971-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08971-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39757\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08987.jpg\" alt=\"glamping  piney lake vail\" class=\"wp-image-39757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08987.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08987-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08987-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08987-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll find a simple restaurant serving food and drink from 11 am to 6 pm, along with a small gift shop.  There is also a small boat house that rents SUPs, canoes, and kayaks by the hour. For overnight guests, the Ranch has 6 lakeside cabins and 3 glamping tents. All of their power at the Ranch is run by a generator. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you want to go more rustic, there are dispersed camping areas along the road near the Ranch. Note &#8211; For information on camping or <keyword data-keyword-id=\"4170\">car camping<\/keyword>, you are advised to call the Minturn Ranger\u2019s station at 970-827-5715.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing there isn\u2019t\u2026any connectivity\u2026not even cell connectivity. I think the ultimate way to really enjoy the outdoors is by doing it offline. It\u2019s just another reason why I love Piney Lake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Plan your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/weekend-in-colorado-springs-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1063056\">weekend in Colorado Springs: where to eat, stay, and adventure<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Piney_River_Ranch_Cabins_Vail_CO_and_Glamping\"><\/span>Piney River Ranch Cabins Vail CO and Glamping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We arrived at the Ranch and I saw the Adirondack chairs in front of our \u2018Moose Cabin\u2019 pointing out toward the lake, and I knew this was just what I was looking for.   Each cabin has a propane grill, a fire pit (wood is available), a porch, a picnic table, and Adirondack chairs to maximize your outdoor space. After all \u2013 you want to spend as much time as you can soaking up this view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08982.jpg\" alt=\"piney lake cabin view\" class=\"wp-image-39756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08982.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08982-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08982-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08982-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The cabin was lovely inside, with a queen bed, a bunk bed, a couch, and a little bar area for coffee. It was simple and comfortable.  The cabins have no plumbing but there were multiple restroom choices.  You could use simple pit toilets or go a tiny bit further to the restroom with multiple toilet stalls and sinks.  There are no showers, though.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"39785\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-56.jpg\" alt=\"small cabin piney river ranch vail\" class=\"wp-image-39785\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-56.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-56-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-56-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"39750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-57-2.jpg\" alt=\"small cabin piney river ranch vail\" class=\"wp-image-39750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-57-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-57-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-57-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I cracked open my beer, put my feet up, and took in the view.  We brought food from home to grill out that night by the lake.  Christopher cooked up a feast of grilled goodness, reminding me that this is what summer is about: time outside with good food and friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After grilling out I started up the pit fire and enjoyed the flames dancing in the cold air while watching the stars come out, while I simultaneously cursed myself for not bringing the makings for S\u2019mores! Doh!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"639\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"39735\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-00.jpg\" alt=\"vail cabin piney lake\" class=\"wp-image-39735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-00.jpg 639w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-00-213x300.jpg 213w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"732\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"39737\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-02.jpg\" alt=\"piney river ranch\" class=\"wp-image-39737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-02.jpg 732w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-02-244x300.jpg 244w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 732px) 100vw, 732px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"39751\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51.jpg\" alt=\"summer grilling vail backcountry\" class=\"wp-image-39751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-51-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also <a aria-label=\"3 glamping tents  (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997128\" href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/201896263\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 glamping tents <\/a>that sleep 4 people, however, they don\u2019t have a direct lake view.  Each has a wood stove in the glamping tent for the chilly nights.  There was a group of fun women renting the tent behind our cabin and they graciously let me in for a look\u2026and even offered me a beer!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Check prices and availability for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pineyriverranch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1043664\">Piney River Ranch<\/a> | Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3128954-11552042?sid=surfing&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g33676-d102413-Reviews-Piney_River_Ranch-Vail_Colorado.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1043665\" data-lasso-name=\"Tripadvisor\" data-lasso-lid=\"55676\">reviews for Piney River Ranch on Trip Advisor<\/a> | Search for other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=20018427&#038;aid=1939369&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1043666\" data-lasso-name=\"Hotels in Vail, Colorado\" data-lasso-lid=\"55677\">accommodations in Vail<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_at_Piney_Lake\"><\/span>Things to do at Piney Lake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though I could\u2019ve sat and enjoyed the views all day, I was ready to get out into that Vail backcountry!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hiking_the_Upper_Piney_River_Falls_Trail\"><\/span>Hiking the Upper Piney River Falls Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main trail is the Upper Piney Lake Trail which starts right where the road ends, follows along the lake, and then disappears into the valley in the distance.  This is a popular trail, and quite honestly, I don\u2019t think I would\u2019ve liked it as much as I did if it weren\u2019t for staying at the Ranch overnight, enabling us to get on the trail early!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We started out around 8 AM, and no one was around.  Where the lake ended, the river began, and we followed above it for a while, winding into the lush green valley.  The trail then turned up and started a few switchbacks taking us through aspen groves.  Wildflowers lined the trail, and it was a pretty gentle rolling path up to the falls.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39772\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09058.jpg\" alt=\"Upper piney lake trail\" class=\"wp-image-39772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09058.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09058-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09058-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09058-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39770\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09136.jpg\" alt=\"Upper piney falls\" class=\"wp-image-39770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09136.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09136-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09136-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09136-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"39748\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-45.jpg\" alt=\"Piney lake photographer\" class=\"wp-image-39748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-45.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-45-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-45-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39766\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09047.jpg\" alt=\"upper piney lake trail\" class=\"wp-image-39766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09047.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09047-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09047-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09047-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"506\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"39746\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-30.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-30.jpg 506w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-30-169x300.jpg 169w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 506px) 100vw, 506px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"506\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"39740\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-15.jpg\" alt=\"vail wildflowers\" class=\"wp-image-39740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-15.jpg 506w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-15-169x300.jpg 169w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 506px) 100vw, 506px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39771\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09084.jpg\" alt=\"aspen groves in vail\" class=\"wp-image-39771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09084.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09084-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09084-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09084-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We stayed and enjoyed the falls while soaking up the sun on the big rocks. On the way back down, we wore our masks, expecting more traffic on the trail.  We were right, we passed big family groups and lots of day visitors. It made me all that more thankful that we went up early.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was a 6-mile round trip \u2013 just perfect for working up an appetite for lunch back at the ranch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get<a aria-label=\"More info on the hike at All Trails (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997190\" href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/trail\/us\/colorado\/upper-piney-river-falls-trail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> more info on the hike at All Trails<\/a>. There is also a longer more advanced trail that goes beyond the falls and up to much higher but the trail is not as well marked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Explore more <a data-lasso-id=\"1043667\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/hiking-in-vail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vail hiking experiences<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Out_on_the_Lake\"><\/span>Get Out on the Lake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not enough to simply look at the lake, get out there, and enjoy its crystal clear waters.  You can rent a canoe, kayak, or SUP by the hour from the boathouse.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08995.jpg\" alt=\"piney lake vail canoe rental\" class=\"wp-image-39763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08995.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08995-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08995-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-08995-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We took a canoe out in the early evening and paddled around the small lake.  It was a great way to wind down and enjoy a different perspective. Keep your eyes peeled for moose along the banks! It\u2019s also a great place to take a picnic lunch with you out on the canoe if you want to get away from the day visitors at the restaurant.  Or take a book and take a floating reading break!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last canoe\/kayak\/SUP is rented at 5 PM and can stay out until 6 PM.  Or \u2013 feel free to bring your own and stay out as long as you\u2019d like! Lifejackets are provided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39773\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09179.jpg\" alt=\"canoe piney lake\" class=\"wp-image-39773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09179.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09179-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09179-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09179-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39761\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09003.jpg\" alt=\"canoe views gore range vail\" class=\"wp-image-39761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09003.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09003-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09003-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09003-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"39774\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09183.jpg\" alt=\"gore range canoe\" class=\"wp-image-39774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09183.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09183-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09183-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09183-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"439\" data-id=\"39742\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-07.jpg\" alt=\"canoe selfie\" class=\"wp-image-39742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-07.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-07-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-07-768x375.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Horseback_Riding_on_Aspen-Filled_Trails\"><\/span>Horseback Riding on Aspen-Filled Trails<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I hadn\u2019t planned on going horseback riding, but another guest I met by the boat dock couldn\u2019t stop raving about their <a aria-label=\"horseback ride (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997191\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pineyriverranch.com\/activities\/horseback-riding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">horseback ride<\/a>, so we decided to check it out. It\u2019s worth it to simply meet the amazing Newnew \u2013 the horse wrangler with a petite build but a strong personality.  We walked to the stables, and Newnew came up and introduced herself.  She had on dusty jeans and a cowboy hat, and you could tell she was smiling behind her mask as her eyes lit up and her smile lines appeared.  I knew we were in good hands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09198.jpg\" alt=\"vail horseriding piney lake\" class=\"wp-image-39776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09198.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09198-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09198-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09198-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Newnew takes matching a horse to a guest extremely seriously.  She knows these horses incredibly well \u2013 like her own kids. As we lined up behind the fence, she gave us a rundown of what to expect and took our \u2018temperature\u2019 on how we were feeling about the upcoming 2-hour ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThey (the horses) got your back &#8211; but more importantly, they have their own back &#8211; they don\u2019t want to fall, and they won\u2019t fall,\u201d she calmed any beginner fears anyone had. She went on to say, \u201cThey feel your energy.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Read about <a data-lasso-id=\"1043668\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/horseback-riding-steamboat-springs-a-gateway-to-its-western-culture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">horseback riding in Steamboat Springs &#8211; the gateway to Western culture<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though I\u2019m not a horse expert, I\u2019ve always felt that way about <a href=\"https:\/\/pethelpful.com\/horses\/How-Our-Energy-Effects-Our-Horses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"horses, they are incredible animals; sensitive, intelligent, and perceptive (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997192\">horses, they are incredible animals; sensitive, intelligent, and perceptive<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And quite frankly, much like the horses, Newnew can also feel your energy.  That\u2019s how she matches horses and guests.  She knows the personality of her horses, where they like to be in the line, how fast they want to go, and how they like their reins. She observes people as they arrive, how they interact with each other, and talks to them about their experiences and how they are feeling about riding.  Then she does the matchmaking, making a perfect horse\/rider experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was clear to me that she cared as much about the horse as she did the guest.  And that is what made this horse-riding experience so wonderful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"39738\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-03.jpg\" alt=\"horse ride through aspens \" class=\"wp-image-39738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-03.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-03-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-03-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"506\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"39744\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-29.jpg\" alt=\"bud the horse\" class=\"wp-image-39744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-29.jpg 506w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-29-169x300.jpg 169w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 506px) 100vw, 506px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"39747\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-34.jpg\" alt=\"horse riding gore range\" class=\"wp-image-39747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-34.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-34-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-34-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I was matched with Bud, a gentle giant that looked like butterscotch and smelled of hay and leather. As I looked into Bud\u2019s eyes and pet his nose, I was mindful of my energy.  I feel like we got off to a great start.  As we clomped along through the aspen groves, all I could think about was how this felt good for my soul.  I loved the rhythm, the smell, and the sound of the leather saddle creaking back and forth.  On top of Bud, I had a whole new vantage point of the forest and the wildflowers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The two-hour ride even included a little galloping! The horseback ride with Bud and Newnew was a highlight of my time at the Ranch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Check out this <a data-lasso-id=\"1043669\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/vista-verde-ranch-colorado\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">horseback riding experience at Vista Verde Ranch in northern Colorado<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fishing\"><\/span>Fishing <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I didn\u2019t have time to try my hand at fishing at the lake, but I saw plenty of fishermen and women throwing out a line.  The lake and river are home to many varieties of trout including brookies, browns, cutthroat, and rainbow trout. I was told that these species live in such abundance that you\u2019re almost guaranteed to make a catch! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A fishing license is required to fish in this private lake and can be acquired at Walmart, City Market, and Safeway. You can also rent a fishing rod and reel for $20 from Piney River Ranch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09170.jpg\" alt=\"piney lake fishing\" class=\"wp-image-39768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09170.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09170-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-09170-768x435.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stargazing\"><\/span>Stargazing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I brought my tripod along to do some night photography, however, mother nature didn\u2019t quite cooperate with me and gave us cloudy skies.  However, when you do have a clear night at Piney Lake \u2013 it is stunning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Plan your <a data-lasso-id=\"1069306\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/southwest-colorado-road-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Southwest Colorado road trip featuring mountains, dunes, and canyons<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Smoking_Restaurant\"><\/span>A Smoking Restaurant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though we cooked out at our cabin, we also made sure to eat at the restaurant for lunch.  I couldn\u2019t leave there without trying some of the meat from the smoker they have out back! We enjoyed the smoked pulled port and smoked wings \u2013 the perfect treat for after our hike!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-30-2.jpg\" alt=\"Piney river ranch restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-39745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-30-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-30-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-30-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Bring_to_Piney_River_Ranch\"><\/span>What to Bring to Piney River Ranch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On any given day, you may experience a variety of weather at Piney Lake: sun, rain, hail, snow, and wind.  Because of that, you\u2019ll want to be prepared to enjoy your time there.  And if it does rain, hail, or snow, just wait it out for a bit, and you\u2019ll likely have sunshine in the next hour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clothing for chilly nights and mornings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunscreen and a good <a aria-label=\"Wallaroo SPF sun hat (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997193\" data-lasso-name=\"Wallaroo Hats\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wallaroo-hats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"35284\">Wallaroo SPF sun hat<\/a>\u2013 you are at 9300 feet!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hiking gear (see all of my <a aria-label=\"essential hiking gear here (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997194\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/essential-hiking-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">essential hiking gear here<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long pants and close-toed shoes for horse riding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water shoes for being out on the lake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camera, and don\u2019t forget a tripod for night photography.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thermal mug for having your morning coffee or tea outside with a view<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t forget your masks!  Masks are required to go into the lodge.  I also recommend them on the trail to the waterfall as it is an out-and-back narrow trail with a lot of traffic. <a aria-label=\"These are my favorite from Turtle Fur. (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997197\" data-lasso-name=\"Everyday face mask island assortment\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/turtlefur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"39787\">These are my favorites from Turtle Fur.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food for grilling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"S'mores kit (opens in a new tab)\" data-lasso-id=\"997198\" data-lasso-name=\"HERSHEY&#039;S S&#039;mores Kit Box with Graham Crackers, Chocolate &amp; Marshmallows\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HERSHEYS-Smores-Kit-Box-14\/dp\/B0CNQJ2SL5\/?tag=ottsworld-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"39795\">S&#8217;mores kit<\/a> (yes, there is such a thing!!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Games<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to watch movies \u2013 you have to download them to your device before you arrive since there is no connectivity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/beaver-creek-things-to-do-for-non-skiers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1075679\">winter things to do in Beaver Creek for non-skiers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_to_Piney_Lake_in_Vail\"><\/span>How to Get to Piney Lake in Vail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vail\u2019s Piney Lake is one of the highest lakes in Colorado you can drive to!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Piney Lake directions: Take I-70 West towards Vail and get off at exit 176.  Take the North Frontage Road west to Red Sandstone Drive, turn north, and follow 0.7 miles to the fork.  From here, follow the dirt road to the left and continue about 2.7 miles, you will hit a split, follow signs to Piney Lake, continuing left.  Stay the course down the dirt road for about 9 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-47.jpg\" alt=\"Road to Piney Lake in Vail\" class=\"wp-image-39753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-47.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-47-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-47-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The only challenging part of this whole trip is the last 12 miles.  The dirt road is rough.  It is maintained by the forest service, though, so it is possible to do it in a passenger car if you go slow. How slow?  Well, the experts at Piney River Ranch said that in a low-clearance regular sedan, it should take 45 minutes, if not more, to get there if you are going slow enough!  An SUV can be a bit faster \u2013 but it\u2019s still advised to go slow, there are a number of hairpin turns and wildlife to watch for too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, let me stress &#8211; Every type of car does make it out there on the rough road, you just have to be patient.  We drove a Jetta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The road is maintained as long as the Ranch is open &#8211; from June 23rd to September 30th.  Before or after that, make sure you call the USFS at (970) 827 5715 for updates on the road and its condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"COVID-19_Changes_for_2023\"><\/span>COVID-19 Changes for 2023<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Piney River Ranch is back to full operation in 2023. Along with a full-service menu, they offer some of Vails finest barbeque. Meats are smoked on-site, with sides and salads made fresh daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ranch did a good job of utilizing its outdoor space and encouraging social distancing during COVID-19. They spread out picnic tables in front of the lake at a 6 ft distance. It\u2019s a lovely view, and I\u2019d rather be outside anyway!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-ottsworld-light-teal-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Spending a <a data-lasso-id=\"1036009\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/weekend-in-denver-where-to-eat-stay-and-play\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">weekend in Denver? Find out where to eat, stay, and play!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"See_a_Different_Side_of_Vail_This_Summer\"><\/span>See a Different Side of Vail This Summer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-02-2.jpg\" alt=\"pinney lake vail secret\" class=\"wp-image-39736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-02-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-02-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-02-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As I talked to one of the managers at the ranch, she said they still had availability for overnight stays in August and September.  Make sure you book well in advance! I personally think September would be the best time to be there to enjoy the fall colors and golden Aspens around the lake.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In my opinion, you have to stay to get the real beauty of the place &#8211; it\u2019s a totally different feel when everyone leaves, and it\u2019s yours to enjoy in peace and quiet. From 5 PM to 10 AM the next day, all that Piney Lake Vail CO backcountry beauty is yours! <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-description=\"Discover Piney Lake in Vail, a hidden gem in the backcountry of Colorado.  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I'll tell you how to get there, what to do, and why you must stay overnight!\" data-pin-title=\"Discover Piney Lake in Vail, Colorado\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-1.jpg\" alt=\"signpost on mountain lake\" class=\"wp-image-39849\" width=\"368\" height=\"551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-1.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/piney-lake-vail-colorado-1-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 368px) 100vw, 368px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Travel_Essentials_to_Take_on_Every_Trip\"><\/span>5 Travel Essentials to Take on Every Trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-affiliate-plugin-lasso\"><div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-5-travel-essentials-to-take-on-every-trip-1043670\" class=\"lasso-grid-wrap\"><div class=\"lasso-grid-row lasso-grid-2\"><div  class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-splash lasso-url-amzn-tkwide-16oz-w-cafe-cap-marigold \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Klean-Kanteen-TKWide-16oz-Caf%C3%A9\/dp\/B0DV9G679P\/ref=sr_1_7?tag=ottsworld-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"1043670\" data-lasso-lid=\"45274\" data-lasso-name=\"Klean Kanteen 16oz TKWide Insulated Coffee Tumbler with Caf\u00e9 Cap\" title=\"Klean Kanteen 16oz TKWide Insulated Coffee Tumbler with Caf\u00e9 Cap\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lasso-image-no-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/21QJqnM9ycL._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Klean Kanteen 16oz TKWide Insulated Coffee Tumbler with Caf\u00e9 Cap\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Klean-Kanteen-TKWide-16oz-Caf%C3%A9\/dp\/B0DV9G679P\/ref=sr_1_7?tag=ottsworld-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"1043670\" data-lasso-lid=\"45274\" data-lasso-name=\"Klean Kanteen 16oz TKWide Insulated Coffee Tumbler with Caf\u00e9 Cap\" title=\"Klean Kanteen 16oz TKWide Insulated Coffee Tumbler with Caf\u00e9 Cap\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tKlean Kanteen 16oz TKWide Insulated Coffee Tumbler with Caf\u00e9 Cap\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price-value\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"discount-price\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"latest-price\">$34.95<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"lasso-amazon-prime\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>One of the things I like about Klean Kanteen is that they have a system where you really just need to purchase one insulated bottle and then <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kleankanteen.com\/collections\/caps\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">use their interchangeable caps<\/a> for your different needs: caps for sipping drinks, straw lids for cold drinks, or chug caps. 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data-slate-content=\"true\">Colorado Travel Articles Not to Miss:<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"385\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the City Dwellers: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/weekend-in-denver-where-to-eat-stay-and-play\/\" data-key=\"386\"><span data-key=\"387\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">Weekend in Denver - Where to Eat Stay and Play<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"388\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Train Enthusiasts: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/rocky-mountaineer-colorado-train-moab-to-denver\/\" data-key=\"389\"><span data-key=\"390\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">My Moab to Denver Rocky Mountaineer Train Journey<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"391\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Cowboy Lovers: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/horseback-riding-steamboat-springs-a-gateway-to-its-western-culture\/\" data-key=\"392\"><span data-key=\"393\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">Steamboat Springs - A Gateway to Western Culture<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"394\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Foodies and Winos: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/things-to-do-in-grand-junction-co\/\" data-key=\"395\"><span data-key=\"396\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">How to Spend 3 Perfect Days in Grand Junction<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"397\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Road Trippers: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/northwest-colorado-road-trip-map-itinerary\/\" data-key=\"398\"><span data-key=\"399\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\"> Take a Northern Colorado Road Trip<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"400\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Van Lifers: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/southwest-colorado-road-trip\/\" data-key=\"401\"><span data-key=\"402\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">Travel by Van in an Epic Colorado Road Trip Featuring Mountains, Dunes, and Canyons<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"403\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For Lake Lovers: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/piney-lake-vail-colorado\/\" data-key=\"404\"><span data-key=\"405\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">See a Side of Vail You've Never Seen Before<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"406\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Day Trippers: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/day-trips-from-denver\/\" data-key=\"407\"><span data-key=\"408\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">7 of the Best Day Trips from Denver<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"409\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Minimalists: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/weecasa-tiny-house-lodging-colorado\/\" data-key=\"410\"><span data-key=\"411\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">Experience Wee Casa - the Tiny Home Resort in Colorado near Rocky Mountain National Park<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"412\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For the Hikers: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/crested-butte-hiking-trails-colorado\/\" data-key=\"413\"><span data-key=\"414\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">Going to Great Heights in Crested Butte<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\"><span data-key=\"415\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\">For Wellness Seekers:<\/span><\/span><a class=\"email-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/aspen-colorado-mountain-cabins\/\" data-key=\"416\"><span data-key=\"417\"><span data-slate-content=\"true\"> Unplug at a Colorado Mountain Hut in Aspen<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\">And there's many more articles below!<\/p>\r\n<p data-key=\"384\">If you have any questions about travel in Colorado - please ask me - I'll try to help the best I can!<\/p>","cat_name":"Colorado","category_nicename":"colorado","category_parent":521}],"tag_info":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39778","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=39778"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39778\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":57384,"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39778\/revisions\/57384"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/39777"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=39778"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=39778"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=39778"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}