Those looking for the perfect mountain town to visit during the holiday season should know that Silverthorne, Colorado is decked out the festivities. 

Nestled in central Colorado's Summit County, this mountain town is a picturesque spot to visit for those seeking holiday magic. Holiday spirit shines across the entire town with more than 13 spectacular holiday light displays.

Silverthorne, Colorado. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Silverthorne, Colorado. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Silverthorne, Colorado. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Silverthorne, Colorado. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Enjoy a magical stroll during this walkable tour, spotting lights at spots like the Town Tree, Rainbow Park, the Town Hall, and the nearby outlets. See a full map of where the lights will be below:

Map Courtesy: Town of Silverthorne.

Map Courtesy: Town of Silverthorne.

During your visit, don't miss two of the town's most seen attractions – Big Foot at the exit 205 on the westbound ramp and the moose at the exit 205 on the eastbound ramp.

Silverthorne, Colorado. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Silverthorne, Colorado. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Christmas lights also make the local businesses sparkle with lights on display at Mountain Lyon Cafe, Red Buffalo Cafe, Timberline Craft Kitchen & Cocktails, Alpine Gardens & Minimal Impact, and Murphy's Food & Spirits. 

Other winter activities popular among visitors include sledding at Maryland Creek and Rainbow Parks, ice skating at North Pond Park, and dining in yurts at Sauce on the Blue. Band in a Bubble concert series is also hosted in the mountain town, featuring live music inside a human-sized snow globe.

Band in a Bubble. Photo credit: Sydney Schwab, Town of Silverthorne Arts and Culture Manager/Business Liaison.

Band in a Bubble. Photo credit: Sydney Schwab, Town of Silverthorne Arts and Culture Manager/Business Liaison. 

Santa in bubble. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Santa in bubble. Photo Credit: Shane Morris.

Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing can also be enjoyed on nearby trails such as Lily Pad Lake, Ptarmigan, and Meadow Loop and Ridge. 

Silverthorne is situated in ski country with several resorts located nearby including Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Loveland, and Vail.

A trip to this Colorado mountain town is sure to have visitors creating holiday memories likely to last a lifetime!

Editor's Note: Please check local and current COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines prior to planning any trip around Colorado.

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