Accessibility at Vail

Adaptive Ski Pass
Vail Resorts offers a five-resort Adaptive Ski Pass to people with permanent disabilities at a significantly discounted price. Adaptive pass holders are also eligible to purchase discounted companion lift tickets. To qualify for an Adaptive Ski Pass an individual must be legally blind, deaf, or have a permanent physical or cognitive disability that requires the use of adaptive ski equipment or adaptive ski techniques to ski. This is the criterion and standard by which Vail Resorts evaluates eligibility. Having a disability or illness alone does not constitute approval for an adaptive ski pass. If you choose not to provide information about your disability, you may purchase any of our other pass products. Each application will be evaluated by the adaptive pass committee on a case-by-case basis.

For more information or to request an application please contact Lindsay Blanton at 970-754-3264 or email us at vailadaptiveprogram@vailresorts.com.

Adventure Ridge Activities 
Adventure ridge, Vail’s mountaintop adventure center can be reached via the Eagle Bahn Gondola that is wheel chair accessible.  Call the Mountain Information Center at (970) SKI-VAIL (754-8245) for more information or reservations.

Parking
Town of Vail Accessible parking is available in both the Lionshead and Vail Village public parking structures. The Lionshead parking structure offers the best access to the Eagle Bahn Gondola, which is located approximately 100 yards from the accessible parking spaces. The Vail Village parking structure offers access to the slopes via a free in town bus service that is equipped with lifts to transport guests to Golden Peak where the Riva Bahn Express and Gopher Hill Lift are located. The Town has also provided two accessible spots that are located on the top level of the Vail Village structure near the Transportation Center; these spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. Elevators service all levels of both parking structures. Standard Town of Vail parking rates will apply where applicable.

Additionally, there are two accessible spaces at Golden Peak located on the east side of the main parking area in the Children's Center drop-off lot. These spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. This lot is designated as a drop-off only area for the Children's Center and does not offer public parking; therefore the two-space maximum will be strictly enforced. Curbside equipment and guest drop off is also allowed in this area during non-peak times of the day, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Drop Off Locations
Equipment and guest drop-off is available at the Golden Peak Lodge near the Riva Bahn lift. From I- 70, take the main Vail exit (#176), follow the signs towards the Vail Village parking structure, proceed past the structure (continuing east), and turn right at the stop sign onto Vail Valley Drive. Follow this road until you come to the Golden Peak Lodge building. The main parking area located between the Lodge and Children’s Center offers several options: curbside equipment service, guest drop off, and valet parking that is available in the lower lot for $35 a day (pricing subject to change). A limited number of accessible spaces are also available at Golden Peak inside the Passport Club private garage at $30/day (pricing subject to change). You will need to make reservations with a credit card for the Passport Club spaces by calling (970) 754-8020. When parking in the Passport Club garage, please exit the garage near the main building stairs and proceed inside the building to the elevator and follow signage. Please do not attempt to access the building through the private club entrance inside the garage. Access to the elevator is clearly marked from this main parking / drop off area.

Quick Eats
Each of the on-mountain restaurants below offer incredible food (winter season only) and service that will have you back on the slopes, without skipping a beat. Take a look at each for location for information, sample menus and more.

Two Elk - Main level is accessible with wheelchairs located at each entrance for transfers. Accessible restrooms are located at each entrance.

Buffalo's - Main level is accessible with a wheelchair located at the entrance. An accessible restroom is located on the main level by the cashier. Accessible restrooms are also located on the lower snow level near ski parol and wheel chairs are located inside the parol facilities.

Eagle's Nest - All levels are accessible and wheelchairs are located at the Gondola terminal for transfers. Accessible restrooms are located on the first and second floor

The Golden Peak Grill - All levels are accessible with wheelchairs located at the Adaptive ski school office or the Season pass office. Accessible restrooms are located one the first and second floor of the Golden Peak lodge.

Mid-Vail - The Mid level entrance is the most accessible with wheelchairs located at the entrance for transfers. Accessible restrooms are located on the mid level entrance. The Look Ma level is accessible, with a restroom facility located on the mid Level.

Wildwood -The main dining room and the pavilion are accessible with wheelchairs located at each entrance for transfers. Accessible restrooms are located at each restaurant.