Grand County, Colorado- From the first tour groups in the late 1890’s to today’s corporate retreats, Grand County has been welcoming groups for meetings and gatherings for more than a century. Located just 90 miles from the Denver metropolitan area, the area offers the twin benefits of experience and convenience, not to mention the scenic mountain resort setting.
Groups of all sizes and interests have been enjoying Grand County hospitality on a regular basis, from church ski groups to weddings to large special events; for example, the Ski for Light skiing program for blind, visually impaired, and mobility impaired adults has been bringing its biennial 250-person international gathering to Snow Mountain Ranch and the Inn at SilverCreek since the early ‘90’s. “There’s something for everyone,” says Dede Fay, Sales Manager for the Grand County Colorado Tourism Board (GCCTB). “From casual family reunions and weddings to down-to-business corporate retreats, you can’t find a better destination.”
The lodging: Grand County lodging can accommodate groups from 5 to 1,500 in facilities ranging from the casual to the corporate. Choose from bed-and-breakfasts, economy motels, resort-style hotels, condominium units, and even camping facilities. Grand County is also known as the “Dude Ranch Capital of America,” and several of the ranches offer special group packages.
Group and meeting facilities: Grand County boasts 122,500 square feet of meeting space, including small meeting rooms, banquet and meeting halls, and outdoor venues for weddings and other events.
The activities: Thanks to our mountain location, Grand County offers a wealth of year-round activities for groups of all sizes and inclinations. During the summer, the choices include golf, hiking, biking, boating, horseback riding, fishing, and river rafting. During the winter, your group can enjoy alpine and Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, sledding, and ice-skating. Rocky Mountain National Park is at the northern end of the county. All year round, local outfitters can set up your group for trail rides, sleigh or hay rides, and even a hands-on cattle drive! Our indoor entertainment options include historical sites and museums, shopping, live theater, and musical performances.
