Learning Rooted in Nature & Sustainability
Explore Our Campuses, Trails & Discovery Centers
Inspire Environmental Stewardship in Our Community
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
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
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.
*Due to site improvements undertaken by the Town of Vail, the Vail Nature Center is closed for the Summer 2026 season.*
Walking Mountains is a leading environmental education organization that fosters stewardship and builds transformative partnerships across Eagle County, Colorado.
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Meet our educators, sustainability experts, board, and partners who bring Walking Mountains to life every day.
