Erie vacation rentals

Block parties and mountain escapes in Erie

With majestic views of the snow-capped Rocky Mountains and handy proximity to the cities of Boulder and Denver, Erie is a small town with a passion for vibrant community life. Long summer days are filled with bustling farmers' markets, spirited block parties, and inspiring concerts and movies in the park, while winter is a celebration of all things snowy with cross-country skiing in town and sledding and snowboarding in the mountains. Welcoming Erie vacation rentals are close to caf_s, restaurants, and shops, and are just what you need to return to after a long day exploring the scenic splendor of Colorado.

Sightseeing in and around Erie

Do you want to discover attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Erie a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Sport Stable (8.9 mi / 14.3 km)
• Butterfly Pavilion (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
• Water World (13.5 mi / 21.8 km)
• Lakeside Amusement Park (18.7 mi / 30 km)
• Indian Peaks Golf Course (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
• Coal Creek Golf Course (8.4 mi / 13.5 km)

Sun-drenched escapes in Erie

With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Erie is an ideal location for outdoor activities. Pack your golf clubs for a fun game on the emerald swathes of a championship golf course, or bring along your fishing rod for a fun day out on the lake. You can touch and interact with herds of irresistibly cute and fluffy alpacas, then take a hot air balloon ride for spectacular views of the undulating region. Erie vacation rentals are also close to local brewpubs where you can quench your thirst as you taste your way through craft ales and lagers, while tucking into hearty home-made pies and mingling with hip locals.

Movies in the park in Erie

Erie has satisfyingly distinct seasons with an impressive number of clear, sunny days. Summer has temperatures hovering in the mid 80s, and is a lovely time for a game of golf or spending a day at the lake swimming and boating. Erie parks are perfect for watching the sunset before kicking back and enjoying an outdoor movie. Winter, meanwhile, is cold and snowy with temperatures ranging from around 16 to 22 degrees. Once the snow falls, it's time to head to the nearby Rocky Mountains and sled down steep hills on tubes or toboggans, or take things slow with a snow-shoe trek through silent forests.

Abundant wildlife around Erie

With the frosted peaks of the Rocky Mountains as a dramatic backdrop, Erie is a beautiful city with a rich mining and agricultural heritage. Only around 30 minutes north of Denver and 30 minutes east of Boulder, Erie brings the benefits of quaint, small town life along with convenient closeness to dynamic urban sprawls, lush farmlands, and breathtaking mountain vistas. Erie is home to numerous bird species, including warblers, woodpeckers, and killdeer. On the plains, you may spot red foxes bounding through the fields, or tiny pocket mice scurrying past. Look out as well for the wildlife in open water areas, including mallards and Canada geese, and chorus frogs and tiger salamanders.

Transportation to and around Erie

Fly into Denver Intl. Airport (DEN), the closest airport, located 24.3 mi (39.2 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan), which is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) away.