Avon: Trails, Paddling and Culture

Avon offers several distinct activity options: trails in West Avon Preserve, paddling at the Whitewater Park and culture at the Avon Pavilion. If you’re looking for a hotel in Avon, your plans for the day can help narrow down your choice of destination: Are you primarily interested in hiking, biking and horseback riding, paddling, or a possible event date? Local offerings provide concrete starting points for planning.

Trails in West Avon Preserve

West Avon Preserve is located north of I-70 in Avon’s Wildridge neighborhood. It has winding trails ranging from easy to challenging. Hiking, biking and horseback riding are permitted; motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trails. For planning purposes, both your preferred activity and the stated range of difficulty matter.

The Eagle Valley Trail connects Avon to a wider trail network. It passes through several towns, including EagleVail, Avon, Edwards, Eagle and Gypsum, and links nine communities from Glenwood Springs to Summit County. The 63-mile trail connects to regional transit lines and other trail systems in Eagle County and neighboring counties. It also contributes to the nearly 193 miles of paved trails for pedestrians and cyclists in the Intermountain region.

The information about the preserve describes winding trails with varying levels of difficulty; the Eagle Valley Trail is notable for its length and regional connections.

Paddling and nature education

Avon’s Whitewater Park offers paddling opportunities for beginners, intermediate paddlers and experienced paddlers. If paddling is part of your travel plans, this distinction by experience level provides a separate point of reference alongside the trail uses at West Avon Preserve.

Another nature-focused destination is Avon Tang Campus: It covers 10 acres and is a nature education center in the heart of Eagle Valley. Nature education is the focus here, while the trails and paddling described above offer other types of activities.

Culture and venues

The Avon Pavilion in Harry A. Nottingham Park is a year-round venue for culture and entertainment. It can host festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, theater performances and educational events. The 25 × 45-foot event stage is large enough for a 60-piece orchestra. The range of possible formats and the stage capacity give a concrete idea of the types of cultural events that can be held there. If you’re planning to visit Avon for a particular festival, concert or play, check the event date before booking.

You can also enjoy the bronze sculpture collection on a leisurely stroll through Avon. This offers another cultural point of interest, whether or not your plans include an event at the Pavilion.

Getting around Avon

Main Street Mall is a pedestrian street running east to west and connecting Avon Road with Nottingham Park. Its orientation and the two places it connects can help you find your way around town.

Avon’s free bus service gives visitors access to Nottingham Park and Beaver Creek Resort. If you plan to travel to these destinations by bus, check current connections before your trip.

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