The Eagle River flows through the center of Eagle, offering seasonal opportunities for fly fishing, whitewater rafting, river surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and tubing. Conditions vary with water levels and the season. If you make the river your focus, plan around both factors. The Eagle River is also one of the few remaining free-flowing rivers in the western United States that are not regulated by dams.
Trails Between Town and the Surrounding Area
Eagle’s trail network includes unpaved trails that connect to the regional trail system, as well as paved trails through town. The Eco Eagle Valley Bike Trail runs through Downtown Eagle. Eagle Pool & Ice Rink is a starting point for several popular hiking trails in town. In the Eastern Recreation Management Zone near Eagle, mountain bikers can find singletrack trails. The Hardscrabble area near Eagle offers hiking trails of varying difficulty. When choosing an outing, it helps to distinguish between trails through town and the bike trail through Downtown, and the options in the surrounding area.
Open Spaces and Views
Eagle’s Open Space program protects natural open spaces and wildlife habitats. Eagle owns and manages more than 1,300 acres of open space. The Eagle Ranch Golf Course Nordic and Snowshoe offers wide-ranging views over Brush Creek Valley.
Seasonal Activities
Eagle Town Park offers yoga on the lawn, a family-friendly playground, shaded picnic areas, and summer concerts. Since event schedules may vary, it’s best to check concert dates in advance. The outdoor pool at Eagle Pool & Ice Rink features step-free access, two waterslides, a lazy river, and a separate six-lane swimming pool. In winter, the NHL-sized ice rink is home to the Vail Mountaineers Hockey Club and local high school hockey teams. Check the complex’s current information before visiting the pool.
Different seasonal reference points apply to these activities: river conditions vary with water levels and the season, concerts take place in summer, and the ice rink hosts teams in winter. If you’re planning your trip around one of these activities, schedule your visit for the relevant season.
Downtown and Local History
Downtown Eagle is home to many of the oldest buildings in the Eagle River Valley; some date to the late 19th century. Old Town Hall was built in 1903. Downtown Eagle is also home to numerous historical markers from the Eagle County Historical Society. These dates offer different points of reference for the town’s history: buildings from the late 19th century alongside a town hall dating to 1903. Downtown Eagle is located right off Interstate 70 at Exit 147.
Art and Local Tradition
EagleARTS is a creative hub showcasing local talent and regional stories. The history of Eagle Flight Days dates back to 1922. Together, these bring themes of art and regional storytelling to a celebration with historical roots.
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