Nearby Activities

Person in orange snowboarding gear skiing down a snowy mountain slope, kicking up snow with pine trees and mountain peaks in the background.

  • Just 30 minutes away, Breckenridge offers world-class skiing, dining, shopping, and year-round mountain activities.

  • Just minutes away, Alma offers a handful of local restaurants, a bakery, and everyday essentials in the highest incorporated town in North America.

    • Festival in the Clouds: A free, three-day annual music and art festival held every July in the Alma Town Park.

    • Alma Dirt Fest / Race in the Clouds: A multi-sport weekend in late June featuring trail running, mountain biking, and an off-road duathlon hosted by the Alma Foundation.

    • Plein-Air Painting Party: Periodic outdoor community art gatherings, such as events at the North London Mill.

    • Live Music: Local performances pop up at venues like The Dusty Bottle Saloon throughout the season.

  • Just a short drive away, Fairplay offers local restaurants, shops, and a glimpse into Colorado’s rich mining history.

    • DeCaLiBron Loop — A bucket-list high-alpine adventure linking Mount Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln, and the Bross area.

    • Mount Democrat — A classic standalone 14er and a great option for experienced hikers looking for a shorter summit day.

    • Mount Lincoln — The backdrop of the loddge, Mount Lincoln is one of the area's most rewarding high-alpine summits.

    • Wheeler Lake — A challenging hike to a remote alpine lake with dramatic views of the surrounding 14ers.

    • Mayflower Gulch — A scenic change of pace, with historic mining ruins and beautiful views in a dramatic alpine basin.

  • From remote singletrack near Fairplay to lift-served downhill trails in Breckenridge, the surrounding area offers mountain biking for a range of skill levels and riding styles

  • Explore the rugged backcountry on nearby OHV and 4x4 routes, with scenic mountain passes and high-alpine terrain throughout the area. Including Mt. Lincoln Road just a stones throw from the lodge.

  • Experience Colorado’s winter backcountry on nearby snowmobile trails, including the popular Shrine Ridge and Wilder Gulch routes, with scenic rides through forests and high-alpine terrain.

Local Favorites

The Dusty Bottle

A laid-back Alma watering hole, serving pizza with a patio to enjoy a cold beer on tap.

Otto’s Food Cart

An Alma roadside favorite serving flavorful, Fried-chic, cajun-spiced chicken sandwiches and breakfast burritos.

Bristlecone Bake Shop

A charming Alma bakery known for freshly baked pastries and comforting breakfast bites.

Al-Mart

A convenient local market for everyday essentials, road-trip snacks, and last-minute provisions before heading back to the lodge.

Tin Plate Pizza

Breckenridge pizzeria serving artisan sourdough pies and creative cocktails inside a charming historic mining cabin.

Rootstalk

A standout choice for an elevated dinner in Breckenridge, with creative seasonal dishes, thoughtful cocktails, and a warm modern setting.