We’ve climbed, biked, and skied Summit County. Next on our list: sailing Dillon Reservoir. With 26.8 miles of shoreline surrounded by 13,000-foot peaks, there’s no shortage of space to unfurl the sails and catch the breeze. Experts and newbies alike are welcome on the waters between May and September; both the Dillon and Frisco Bay marinas offer boat rentals and sailing lessons. More comfortable on solid ground? Grab a patio spot at Pug Ryan’s Lakeside Tiki Bar, order a RumRunner, and catch a regatta from the shore.

This article was originally published in 5280 May 2013.
Daliah Singer
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