Winter Activities

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Dillon Colorado is more than just a summer destination with easy access to seven major ski resorts and plenty of winter activities right in town, it's the perfect base camp for the winter adventurer. 

Enjoy ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice fishing right off the shores of the Dillon Marina. Relax with a quiet stroll through downtown Dillon's winter wonderland, especially in December, amid the sparkle and glow of thousands of holiday lights. 

Sitting on the shores of Lake Dillon, the town offers awe-inspiring views of the Gore and Ten Mile Mountain ranges and is only a one hour and fifteen-minute drive to downtown Denver and one and a half hours from the Denver International Airport. 

Ice Fishing
Hiking, Snowshoeing and Nordic Skiing
Ice Skating on the Dillon Reservoir

Recreation Events Calendar 

Colorado Mountain Mushers Race

Colorado Mountain Mushers is proud to resurrect the historic Dillon Reservoir Dog Sled Race on Saturday, February 25th for its 1st year back on the ice in over 20 years. Our family friendly race will use the Winter Multi-use Track at the Dillon Marina. Race classes include, but are not limited to 6-dog, 4-dog and 2-dog sled open and beginner, Junior sled, kid sled, bikejor, skijor and canicross.

In the 70s, Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club, Colorado Mountain Mushers’ sister club, was responsible for having over 100 teams on the ice. We encourage new participants! Dillon is a central location to appeal to urban and mountain dwelling teams. 1-dog teams are a great place to start. We are not breed, size or weight specific. If your dog has a desire to pull and run, this is the place for you. Spectators are welcome! Please consider leaving dogs not participating at home. Keep all dogs on a leash and discourage dog introductions on race day to ensure a safe and fun race for all.

A dual track has been put in this year to accommodate participants and the public lake user activity. Equipment checks will be required by the Race Marshal. Please contact the club if you have any questions about preparation and gear. Race check-in begins at 7am, driver’s meeting is at 8:45am and race begins at 9:00am.

Registration will open on Feb. 5, 2023.

For more information and to register click here. 

 

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