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Learning Rooted in Nature & Sustainability

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Explore Our Campuses, Trails & Discovery Centers

Our Mission

Inspire Environmental Stewardship in Our Community

Four Locations to Explore

Engage, learn, and be inspired at each location as you connect with nature and deepen your understanding of our mountain environment.

Explore trails, engage in educational programs, and learn something new at the visitor center. Winter Hours: Open Monday - Saturday | 9am - 4pm Closed 3/31 Learn More.

A 1940s homestead perched  along Gore Creek in the heart of Vail. Hiking, beaver pond tours, wildflower viewing, campfire talks, and creekside nature tours.


Closed for Winter - Will Reopen June 2026




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Explore natural history exhibits about local wildlife, free nature hikes and snowshoe tours. Located at the top of Vail Mountain. Scenic gondola pass required.


Winter Hours:
Wednesday - Saturday | 10am - 3:30pm



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The Precourt Sweetwater Campus is dedicated to environmental education and land conservation along Sweetwater Creek, five miles north of Dotsero.


No public access or events. Currently closed for the winter season. 



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Events & Programs

Family

Nature Walk, Avon

A free nature walk is a perfect introduction to Colorado’s natural world. Join a Naturalist for a free, gentle educational hike through aspen and riparian communities…
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From Our Blog

Curious Nature

Celebrating Women in Water this World Water Day

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Nature’s Omens

If you’ve ever heard of William Shakespeare you may have heard the phrase, “Beware the Ides of March.” This old saying is used to warn ...
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Sustainability in Action

Sustainability is the practice of meeting present needs while also considering the needs of the future. It requires us to think about how our actions ...
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Building a More
Sustainable Future,
Together

Walking Mountains is a leading environmental education organization that fosters stewardship and builds transformative partnerships across Eagle County, Colorado.

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Champions for Nature & Sustainability

Meet our educators, sustainability experts, board, and partners who bring Walking Mountains to life every day.