Directions-Check In

1. Head west on Interstate 70. If you came in at DIA airport, you will take Pena Boulevard to exit the airport - this joins into I-70 after about 10 miles. Get into the center lane to avoid being in the exit only lane to I-270 - you want to remain on I-70.

2. Pass thru the heart of Denver - I -70 is elevated thru much of this area and it can be congested during morning or afternoon rush hour. Need a place to stop for a bite to eat, pass over I-25 headed west and take the Federal Blvd exit - there is a Village Inn just to your right.

3. Once you pass thru Denver and Lakewood (West Denver), the highway will begin to climb up into the foothills. You will pass through Red Rocks where the famous amphitheater is but you can't see it from I-70.

4. If you need to hit a Super Walmart on the way up the mountains, take the EVERGREEN exit west of Denver. This is a two lane exit to your right and it is very easy to get back on I-70 headed west. You can see the Super WalMart on your left once you get on the exit.

5. Next, look for Exit 232. This is the exit to US Route 40 and the town of Empire and Winter Park. You will pass through the town of Empire - Watch for Barney the policeman - he wants you to go 35 MPH and not 1 MPH over that. The fine is now $175 if you get to meet Barney

6. You are now climbing up into the mountains (not the foothills) and you will climb to 11,300 feet where you will pass over Berthoud Pass. If it is daylight, stop to enjoy the view at the top.

7. Go down into the beautiful Fraser River Valley -- then:

To get to the Iron Horse Resort, turn left at the FIRST traffic ligjht and then take your second left at the IronHorse entry sign on the left. Park in the turnaround area for guest check in.

To get to Beaver Village Condominiums - go thru two traffic lights (both at the ski area) and watch for the large Lodge on your right about 1 mile past the last light. If you arrive after 10pm, your keys will be in a lock box at the front door vestibule - we will give you the combination to the lock box in an email. Exit the check in parking lot and head up the hill to the condos - take a right turn at the fork and then your next right turn into the parking lot. Our condo is in building 7 at the very end of the parking lot.