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Section 4 of "A Glossary of Vail Valley Names" focuses on the town and resort of Vail, Colorado. Named after Charles "Charlie" Vail, a highway engineer responsible for the interstate over Vail Pass and Continental Divide, the resort emerged as a dream from local Earl Eaton and 10th Mountain Division and ski veteran Pete Seibert. What's in a name? The Simontons link the rich heritage of Eagle County to the names of our trails, ski runs, lifts,...
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Section 6 of "A Glossary of Vail Valley Names" describes the streets, circles, lanes, trails, and drives throughout the Vail Valley and the history of their names. What's in a name? The Simontons link the rich heritage of Eagle County pioneers and early development to something we use every day: our streets and roads. This section covers the areas of Vail, Avon, Eagle-Vail, Minturn, and Arrowhead, among others.
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Section 1 of "A Glossary of Vail Valley Names" focuses on Arrowhead, originally known as Arrowhead at Vail. Today, this area includes a golf course, ski resort, and restaurants as well as private homes. Vail Associates purchased the area in 1993. What's in a name? The Simontons link the rich heritage of Eagle County pioneers to the names of our trails, ski runs, lifts, streets, and restaurants. Arrowhead and Beaver Creek were once home to ranchers,...