Trails: The Vista Verde luxury guest ranch grooms 30 km (18 miles) of trails for cross-country skiing (for both classic and skating technique). Trails are mainly easy with some some intermediate and challenging trails. There are also some backcountry trails in the Routt National Forest. Trail fees: Adults $14 (winter 2002/3) Tel: 970-879-3858
Snow report:On the Snow ski report Nearest town: Steamboat Springs, CO Web site:Vista Verde Ranch Trail map: Available at the ranch and on their website Equipment rentals: Complimentary for guests Ski lessons: Lessons and guided tours Other winter activities: Dogsledding, horseback riding, sleigh ride, sliding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling Facilities: Day lodge, restaurant, snack bar, warming hut, spa Lodging on site: The luxury ranch resort has 3 lodge rooms and 8 log cabins. Lodging nearby: Steamboat Springs has a wide selection of inns, hotels and other accommodations Tourism info:Steamboat Chamber Weather forecast:Steamboat Springs Location of trails: Vista Verde Ranch resort is about 25 miles north of Steamboat Springs. Take County Road 129 to just north of Clark, turn east on Seedhouse Road (County Road 64) and continue 5 miles to the ranch access road on the left. Map of local region:Vista Verde Ranch