Avon
The town of Avon Colorado was named for the Avon River Valley in England, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Avon is home to Vail and Beaver Creek Ski Areas.
Avon is located in the Eagle River Valley, at the base of Beaver Creek Ski Resort and nine miles west of Vail. 20 years ago Avon numbered less than 1,500 people, today Avon boasts over 6,000 full-time residents, and that number almost doubles during peak tourist season.
Avon has plenty to offer for a great vacation whether skiing/snowboarding, hiking, paddling the Eagle River or enjoying a leisurely day in town, you'll find that launching your mountain adventures from Avon is easy and convenient.
Avon is located in the Eagle River Valley, at the base of Beaver Creek Ski Resort and nine miles west of Vail. 20 years ago Avon numbered less than 1,500 people, today Avon boasts over 6,000 full-time residents, and that number almost doubles during peak tourist season.
Avon has plenty to offer for a great vacation whether skiing/snowboarding, hiking, paddling the Eagle River or enjoying a leisurely day in town, you'll find that launching your mountain adventures from Avon is easy and convenient.
