Keystone, CO

Eating out in Keystone, CO

There aren't many restaurants in Keystone, a couple dozen about covers it, but the choices are surprisingly good and varied. Four- and five-star dining, family fare, and some down-home western eateries do the trick for most everyone.

Gourmet

The Garden Room overlooks the Rockies across Keystone Lake, making the view alone worth a meal here. The food makes a great showing too, of course, and is quite popular with the locals. Garden Room classics are prepared at your table and served along-side Continental specialties at reasonable prices. Keystone Lodge.

Highly Recommended

The Keystone Ranch is an award-winning restaurant set in a 1930s ranch homestead. The chef prepares regional Colorado cuisine featuring 6 courses, including wild game entrees and Ranch Kettle soup made fresh daily. Enjoy your coffee and dessert by the 2-story fireplace. Keystone Ranch Golf Course.

Local Flair

The Alpenglow Stube offers North America's "highest" fine dining experience. Take a gondola to the top of North Peak, a stunning 11,444 feet, and take in the unobstructed view of the Continental Divide along the way. The menu features 6-course contemporary meals with a Bavarian twist. North Peak.

Romantic

Blue Spruce Inn has a highly recommended bar and fireside dining, ideal for intimate evenings. The "classic Colorado" menu specializes in wild game entrees. The dark, romantic atmosphere allows for quiet conversation. 20 West Main Street, Frisco.

Going party in Keystone, CO

Skiing is the main attraction even after the sun goes down, although you do have other options. Keystone boasts the only night skiing in Colorado, and it is an extremely popular activity. If you prefer a change of pace after dark, try some of the western-theme entertainment that recalls the region's Wild West roots.

Horse Drawn Wagon Dinner Rides

Get a feel for the mountaineer life as Belgian draft horses pull you by wagon to the Soda Creek Homestead under the setting sun. Feast on home-cooked chicken, ribs, cornbread, baked beans, corn on the cob, and apple pie a la mode. A cowboy entertainer performs around the campfire and throughout dinner. The sleigh-ride back under the stars puts a romantic end to your evening!.

Full Moon Tours

Cross-country skiers and snowshoers depart from North Peak and head to the summit of Keystone Mountain. Catch spectacular views by moonlight from the "top of the world." Guides plan refreshment breaks.

Common events in Keystone, CO

North Peak Bump Bonanza

This contest is not for the faint of heart! The amateur bump competition takes place at North Peak's "Ambush" and is a great time for spectators as much as for participants! February.

4th Annual Luna Chase Snowshoe Rac: Bring your aloha attire to the top of Keystone Mountain for this awesome nightime snowshoe event and Hawaiian party. There will be prizes for the top three men and women finishers and raffle prizes. February.

River Run Mardi Gras Street Party and Parade

Celebrate with a Gumbo cook-off, a Cajun DJ, and an outlandish parade on "Fat Tuesday." This party is the rowdiest Mardi Gras outside New Orleans! February/March.

St. Patrick Day Celebration: Irish or not, come enjoy St. Patrick's day in River Run! Party with us after a great day of skiing at Keystone Mountain. Enjoy music, beverages hot and cold, delicious food, and zany games. Visit with Mr. and Mrs. St. Patrick while roaming the streets of River Run. March.

River Run Blues and BBQ

When Spring fever hits, Keystone parties. The sweet blues tunes mellow you out while you feast on the barbecue treats. It's the truest "apres-ski" party, commemorating the end of the season. April.

Easter Celebrations: Celebrate Easter and springtime on the streets of River Run. Llive music, ice-cold brews, food booths and more. Meet the Easter Bunny on Sunday, participate in an Easter Egg Hunt and attend Catholic Church services. April.

Christmas in Keystone

The mountain holiday season brings old-fashioned celebrations like children's craft nights and caroling with Elisabeth Von Trapp, granddaughter of Maria Von Trapp from the "Sound of Music." She also performs a free concert, there's a torchlight ski parade, and, of course, Santa visits with the kids. December.