Posted on 03 Aug 2023

Best Fall Scenic Drives in Vail and Beaver Creek

The golden glow of Colorado's aspens beckons you. The air is brisk and everything feels alive. The heat of the summer is behind us and the allure of the Champagne powder ahead of us. Fall is a beautiful time to be in Colorado when the Rockies are swathed in layers of yellow, orange and red.

We love taking leisurely drives where we can pull over and enjoy the colors. Here are some of our favorite scenic drives for leaf peeping in the Vail Valley.

Red Sandstone Road to Piney River Ranch

Plug Piney River Ranch into your GPS and head out from Vail. You won't even notice the bumpy ride on the dirt road you'll be so in awe of the spectacular colors. And it gets even better once you arrive at the ranch, with incredible views of the surrounding peaks and a stunning lake. Stretch your legs after the drive with a hike up the Upper Piney Lake Trail to the waterfall.

Enjoy the day at this beautiful spot where you can picnic, fish, paddleboard, or canoe.

Battle Mountain Pass

Enjoy this designated scenic byway with lots of pull-offs for the perfect photo opportunities. Take Highway 24 south through the historic town of Minturn up the winding pass toward Redcliff. From here, loop back to Vail on Shrine Pass Road, a well-graded gravel road.

Brush Creek Road to Sylvan Lake (Eagle)

Sylvan Lake in the Fall

This drive begins about 30 minutes west of Vail in Eagle on a paved road. Enjoy the golden colors as you drive along. As you near Sylvan Lake, the road turns into a gravel. Take in all the views at this tucked-away haven.

Our year-round beautiful views are simply accentuated by the fall foliage. If you haven’t visited Colorado in the fall, what are you waiting for?

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Best Fall Scenic Drives in Vail and Beaver Creek

Red Sandstone Road to Piney River Ranch

Battle Mountain Pass

Brush Creek Road to Sylvan Lake (Eagle)

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