Tennessee Pass Cookhouse
Located in Leadville’s backcountry, diners hike (or ski and snowshoe in the winter) through a mile of wooded pines and winding trails to reach a solar-powered yurt where a candlelit, multicourse dinner accompanied by a wine list featuring organic and sustainable selections unfolds. The menu includes regionally sourced meats and locally grown greens that will satiate your hunger before the mile-long return through the woods by headlamps under the stars. The offerings change with every season, keeping you coming back for more.
Hazie’s
For a scenic hike with a delicious payoff, follow the 3.2-mile Why Not Road Trail up Steamboat’s ski mountain. The path winds through wildflower fields and offers sweeping alpine views, ending at a reservations-only, mountaintop restaurant tucked inside Thunderhead Lodge. Prefer to skip the trek? Ride the gondola up or down (included with the price of your meal). Inside, you’ll find an elegantly appointed dining room that makes the journey entirely worth it. Hazie’s also offers Sunday Suppers, brunch, and discounts for Ikon pass holders.
Pine Creek Cookhouse
Tucked into the base of the Elk Mountains, this cookhouse elevates farm-to-table dining with alpine flair. River Run, a 1.5-mile scenic trail from Ashcroft Ghost Town, follows the river past designated fishing spots, rewarding hikers with a gourmet lunch at the end. The menu ranges from salads to elk chops, all crafted with organic, local ingredients. Open year-round, the experience shifts with the seasons: summer invites hikers and anglers, while winter draws snowshoers and cross-country skiers seeking a cozy meal by the fire.
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