Avon
Colorado, United States
The gateway town at the base of Beaver Creek, ~4km below the village. More down-to-earth than Vail or Beaver Creek proper — this is where a lot of the Vail Valley workforce actually lives.
Accommodation & Housing
- Staff Housing
- Available
- Average Rent
- USD $300–$500/week shared
- Housing Demand
- High — the Vail Valley is one of the most expensive ski markets in the US. Workers share in Avon, Eagle-Vail, Edwards and further down-valley in Eagle.
- Temporary Stays
- Hostel-style worker lodging is scarce; short-term Airbnb and sublets bridge the gap. Vail Resorts offers employee housing for Beaver Creek staff — apply early.
Transport & Accessibility
- To Resort
- The Riverfront Express Gondola links Avon to Beaver Creek Landing, and free town and valley buses run to the resort base. Genuinely car-optional for the commute.
- Parking
- Free town lots in Avon with time limits. Beaver Creek village parking is paid and tight — take the gondola or bus.
- Nearest Airport
- Eagle County Regional (EGE) ~35km with winter ski flights. Denver International ~190km (2.5–3.5hr on I-70, longer in storms).
- Road Conditions
- I-70 and US-6 are heavily maintained but Vail Pass closes in big storms. No mountain pass needed between Avon and Beaver Creek itself.
Cost of Living
- Weekly Estimate
- USD $450–$650/week
- Supermarkets
- City Market and a Walmart in Avon itself — a genuine advantage over most resort towns.
- Eating Out
- USD $15–$30 mains. Solid mid-range options in Avon; Beaver Creek village dining is resort-priced.
Work & Employment
- Local Employers
- Vail Resorts (Beaver Creek), the Westin Riverfront, Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch, and valley hotels and restaurants.
- Extra Opportunities
- Vail is 15km east — many workers stack shifts across both resorts' hospitality scenes. Down-valley Edwards has restaurant work too.
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Lifestyle & Amenities
- Bars & Nightlife
- A handful of solid locals' bars in Avon; bigger nights happen in Vail Village, a short bus ride away.
- Restaurants & Cafés
- Good spread of grills, taquerias and coffee shops in Avon and nearby Edwards.
- Gyms & Fitness
- Avon Recreation Center has a gym, pool and hot tubs — popular with seasonal staff.
- Shops & Services
- Grocery, pharmacy, gear shops, post office — Avon covers the essentials so you rarely need Vail prices.
- Events & Festivals
- Birds of Prey World Cup downhill races at Beaver Creek each December; free winter concerts and a busy summer calendar at Nottingham Park.
Healthcare & Safety
- Medical Facilities
- Colorado Mountain Medical clinics in Avon; Vail Health Hospital ~15km east in Vail.
- Emergency Services
- Avon police, Eagle River fire protection, ambulance service in the valley.
Community & Culture
- Vibe & Atmosphere
- Working-town energy below a white-glove resort. Beaver Creek is polished and quiet; Avon is where staff live, shop and socialise.
- International Workers
- Big international crew — Vail Resorts brings in large J-1 and working-holiday cohorts every winter; South Americans, Aussies and Kiwis are everywhere.
- Social Life
- Employee ski days, rec-center hot-tub sessions, house parties in Eagle-Vail, bus-ride friendships.
Climate
- Winter Temperature
- -8°C to 3°C
- Snowfall in Town
- Regular snowfall in town at 2,270m elevation — a real winter town.
- Summer Appeal
- Mountain biking, hiking, and concerts at Nottingham Park. Summer in the Vail Valley is arguably better than winter.
Practical Tips for Seasonal Workers
- Best Time to Arrive
- Early November — Beaver Creek opens around Thanksgiving and employee housing fills well before that.
- Community Groups
- Vail Valley housing and jobs Facebook groups; Vail Resorts' internal housing board for staff.
- Insider Tips
- Apply for Vail Resorts employee housing the moment you're hired — market rents in the valley will eat a resort wage. If you miss out, look down-valley in Eagle where rent drops and the ECO bus still gets you to work.
Quick Info
Population
6,500 permanent
10,000 in season
Website
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