1. Beaver Lake Trail: This is an absolutely beautiful hike, but will require you driving to Beaver creek, which is ~15 minutes from Vail. This hike takes ~3 hours round trip, and we would rate at a medium difficulty. Most of the hike is uphill, but well worth it. The end of the hike leaves you at a beautiful lake in the mountains, that is well worth the effort.

2. Booth Creek Falls: You will either need to take the local bus or drive to the start of this hike. This hike takes ~3-4 hours to complete. On this hike you will traverse up through the mountains and ultimately end up at a stunning creek/waterfall in the mountains.

3. Strawberry Fields Vail: This hike you can walk to from Vail village. We would rate this hike as a medium/hard, mostly due to the distance. The total hike is ~10 miles, and will take you from Vail village, all they way to the top of the mountain, and then back down.

4. Grouse Creek: This will require you to drive to this hike. This hike is rated at a beginner/medium and is a gorgeous mountain hike through forests and by creeks. There are several different paths you can take for this hike.

There are so many things to do outdoors in Vail. There's an amazing bike trail, which you can rent bikes and ride along. There's also fishing, white water rafting, horseback riding, golfing, and so many more. Literally think of an outdoor activity, and it can likely be done at or near Vail.