About Eagle
Eagle-Vail is an unincorporated community in Eagle County, Colorado, United States. Eagle-Vail is located along Interstate 70 and the Eagle River. A former census-designated place (CDP), the population was 2,887 at the 2000 census.
Places to visit in Eagle
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Beaver Creek Resort
Nature · 2 mi from centreAn upscale ski area between Eagle and Vail with well-groomed slopes, a pedestrian village with outdoor escalators and an ice rink, and summer hiking and mountain biking trails.
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Vail Ski Resort
Nature · 6 mi from centreOne of Colorado's largest ski mountains, known for its back bowls. The Bavarian-style pedestrian village has shops and restaurants, and the gondola runs in summer for hiking.
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Sylvan Lake State Park
Park · 15 mi from centreA quiet mountain lake south of the town of Eagle surrounded by forest, offering fishing, paddling, camping, rental cabins and hiking trails in a peaceful high-country setting.
Best time to visit Eagle
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Eagle is June to July and September, when average daytime highs are around 69–78°F and rain falls on about 8 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Eagle weather forecast
- Wed 21 Oct 64° 43° 62%
- Thu 22 Oct 53° 45° 82%
- Fri 23 Oct 60° 39° 73%
- Sat 24 Oct 60° 37° 31%
- Sun 25 Oct 52° 38° 23%
- Mon 26 Oct 56° 36° 5%
Know before you go
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +1
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- America/DenverUTC−6
- Capital
- Washington, D.C.
Upcoming public holidays in United States
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Presidents DayWashington's Birthday
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Eagle
These are the airports closest to central Eagle. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- EGE Eagle County Regional Airport23 mi (37 km) from the city centre
Eagle travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Eagle?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Eagle is June to July and September, when average daytime highs are around 69–78°F and rain falls on about 8 days a month.
What is the weather like in Eagle?
July is usually the warmest month in Eagle, with average highs of 78°F (25°C). January is the coolest, with average lows of 1°F (-17°C). The wettest month is typically March, with about 89 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Eagle?
Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) is the closest airport, about 23 miles (37 km) from the centre of Eagle.
What time zone is Eagle in?
Eagle uses the America/Denver time zone (currently UTC−6). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
What are the best places to visit in Eagle?
Top sights in Eagle include Beaver Creek Resort, Vail Ski Resort and Sylvan Lake State Park. An upscale ski area between Eagle and Vail with well-groomed slopes, a pedestrian village with outdoor escalators and an ice rink, and summer hiking and mountain biking trails.
