The Vail Recreation District announced the schedule for its 40th-annual mountain bike town race series in a press release last week. Racing kicks off on May 22 with the kids-only Minturn Mini, with adult action.
Eagle will close its open space and trails on Thursday, Dec. 1 two weeks earlier than the town has historically closed access. Local officials said the move was made to align closure dates with.
EAGLE COUNTY Winter snowshoe trails in Vail which area also used by hikers and bikers in the summer including the North Trail, Buffehr Creek trail and Son of Middle Creek trail will be closed for wildlife calving and migration starting Thursday. The closures will remain in effect until June 20.
In the Eagle area, several trails are set to open April 15, pending conditions. Muddy trails are always closed, but seasonal closures are set to lift April 15 on Pool & Ice, Dirt Surfer, Will’s Thrill, Hillbilly and Bellyache Road in East Eagle. All West Eagle trails, as well as the Third Loop of Haymaker, Extra Credit trail and the Eagle Ranch trails will open April 15, as well, pending conditions.