Ask A Local: Free Skier Parking in Vail

Parking in Vail can feel like a headache, but American Ski Exchange has your back. Since 1986, we’ve been helping visitors navigate this extraordinary mountain town. Located just steps from Gondola One, we’re your go-to spot for ski and snowboard rentals, demos, and fashionable winter gear. But first, let’s talk about parking. Here’s our guide to free skier parking in Vail, so you can leave the stress at home.

Convenient Skier Parking (Free Depending on Hours Parked)

Vail Village Parking Structure

• Address: 241 E Meadow Dr, Vail, CO 81657
  
• Free for:
  
  • The first 2 hours
    
  • Between 3 PM and 3 AM
    
• Hourly Rates After 2 Hours:
  
  • 0–2 Hours: Free
    
  • 2–3 Hours: $10
    
  • 3–4 Hours: $20
    
  • 4–15 Hours: $30
    
  • 15–24 Hours: $50
    

Lionshead Parking Structure

• Address: 395 S Frontage Rd W, Vail, CO 81657
  
• Hours: 7 AM – 11 PM
  
• Free for:
  
  • The first 2 hours
    
  • Between 3 PM and 3 AM
    

Check parking availability in real-time:
Vail Parking Counts

Overnight Parking

If you’ve enjoyed a little too much après-ski and your vehicle is left overnight, don’t worry! Vail waives overnight parking fees as long as the car is removed by 10 AM the next day.

Totally Free Parking (Regardless of Hours Parked)

These spots are a short public bus ride away from Vail Village or Lionshead Village.

• North Frontage Road
  
  • Location: Across from West Vail Mall and Safeway
    
  • Hours: 7 AM – 11 PM
    
• Donovan Park
  
  • Address: 1600 S Frontage Road West, Vail, CO 81657
    
  • Hours: 7 AM – 11 PM (Available when the pavilion is not in use)
    
• Red Sandstone Park
  
  • Address: 725 N Frontage Road West, Vail, CO 81657
    
  • Hours: 7 AM – 11 PM
    

Trailhead Parking

Perfect for quick stops or a trail adventure.

East Vail (Exit 180 off I-70)

• Gore Creek Trailhead: Bighorn Road, East Vail
  
• Pitkin Creek Trailhead: 4040 Fall Line Dr, Vail, CO 81657
  
• Booth Falls Trailhead: 3035 Booth Falls Rd, Vail, CO 81657
  

Vail Interchange (Exit 176 off I-70)

• North Trail Spraddle Creek Trailhead: Straddle Creek Road
  
• North Trail Red Sandstone Creek Trailhead: Red Sandstone Road
  

West Vail (Exit 173 off I-70)

• North Trail Buffehr Creek Trailhead: Buffehr Creek Road
  
• North Trail Davos Trailhead: Cortina Lane

Need More Help?

Visit American Ski Exchange for all your skiing needs, from equipment rentals to insider tips on navigating Vail Mountain. Let us make your Vail experience unforgettable! Contact American Ski Exchange or call 1-800-327-1137 to make reservations.