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Welcome to Eagle County Regional Airport, Gypsum, Colorado
Eagle Country Regional Airport (EGE, KEGE) is a towered public airport located in Eagle County, 4 miles W of Eagle, in Gypsum, Colorado, supporting winter ski traffic in Vail and Beaver Creek, outdoor recreation travelers in the central Rockies, and general aviation operations with Signature Aviation as a full-service FBO.
Airport Basics
| Runway | Dimension | Surface | Condition |
| 7/25 | 9,000″ x 150″ | Asphalt | Good |
What Makes Eagle County Regional Airport Special
EGE blends small‑airport convenience with big‑mountain access. The Eagle River, extensive trail networks, mountain towns, and the roads leading into Vail and Beaver Creek all begin right outside the valley. With a full‑service FBO, efficient operations, and a landscape literally carved out of the mountains, this airport offers a gateway that stands apart from larger Front Range hubs.
Traveler’s Corner
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Ground Transportation
- Rentals and a crew car (subject to availability) can be obtained from the FBO (Signature Aviation).
- Rental cars are also available through the rental counters on the first floor across from baggage, or you can use Carla Car Rental to compare deals and rates.
- Taxis: High Mountain Taxi, Ride Taxi, and Valley Taxi (no website-(970) 404-5181) operate here.
- Shuttles: Eagle Vail Express for private or Epic Mountain Express for shared-ride shuttles.
- Uber and Lyft are available with curb-side drop-offs and a designated pick-up zone at Door 3.
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Black Car Services:
Blue Sky Limo-Eagle Airport Shuttle-Private luxury car transfers to/from EGE, B-Line Express, well-established with local headquarters. Rocky Mountain Black Car-strong local base in the valley, and Mr. Chauffeur Colorado-local, smaller fleet but very valley-focused with good ratings.
Luxury Stays:
Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa, if you are going to the Beaver Creek area, or the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, if you are traveling to Vail.
Where to Stay Near Eagle County Regional Airport
Prices and names change frequently. For current prices, amenities, and new owner re-brands, check Expedia.com, Travelocity.com, or Hotels.com. All hotels listed in this section, except the two Lodges, are within a five-mile radius of EGE. If you’re looking for a whole house for a group, VRBO.com has properties here.
- Hotels closest to the airport: Wingate by Wyndham Eagle serves a continental breakfast, features an indoor pool and hot tub, offers transportation to and from the airport, and allows pets for a fee. Best Western Plus Eagle Lodge offers a shuttle, a pool, and a hot tub, and allows 2 pets for a fee.
- Unique local stays or lodges: The Pines Lodge, a RockResort, offers a fine-dining restaurant on-site and has free area shuttles (including a ski shuttle), and allows service animals only. Beaver Creek Lodge: a breakfast restaurant on-site, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and an airport shuttle. Service animals only are allowed.
- Budget‑friendly options: Quality Inn & Suites Vail Valley offers a buffet breakfast, an indoor pool/hot tub area, a laundry room, and a microwave/mini fridge available upon request. They do not allow pets or provide an airport shuttle. GreenTree Extended Stay Eagle offers buffet breakfast, features an arcade and game room, a nice outdoor terrace with a grill, and is dog and family-friendly
Things To Do Near Eagle County Regional Airport
Vail Mountain
One of Colorado’s most iconic ski destinations with expansive terrain, alpine bowls, and a lively village atmosphere. You can also choose water over snow with a half-day of whitewater rafting or paddleboarding on the upper Colorado River.
Beaver Creek Resort
Known for groomed runs, luxury lodging, and a village experience with dining, shopping, and seasonal events.
Eagle River and Eagle Ranch Village
The river is a scenic corridor offering fly fishing, rafting, and riverside trails surrounded by high‑country landscapes. The Eagle Ranch Village is a walkable local district with restaurants, coffee shops, and access to nearby trails and open spaces. For an inside break from the weather, the Eagle County Historical Society Museum is located in Chambers Park in Eagle.
Sylvan Lake State Park
A quiet mountain lake setting with hiking, paddling, wildlife viewing, and a forested picnic area.
Glenwood Springs and Glenwood Canyon
One of the largest mineral hot springs in the world is located in this small mountain town, along with other attractions such as the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park. Glenwood Canyon is a dramatic stretch of the Colorado River framed by towering canyon walls, scenic overlooks, and paved paths. You can do a 2- hour short and mild family raft trip, add the half-day Roaring Fork Rapids on Crystal River, or get a little braver and go for the Shoshone Rafting with II-IV level rapids. As an aside, if western history intrigues you, Doc Holliday is widely believed to be buried somewhere in Linwood Cemetery in Glenwood Springs. There is a marker for him, but they claim he’s not actually buried where the marker is, for fear of grave robbers and souvenir seekers.
Alpine Arts Center (Edwards, CO) Bring the kids and have a great day!
Gallery
Photo Credits and licenses: Top of page Ryan Karlstad CC By 3.0
Zach Dischner CC By 2.0 Joshua Hicks CC By SA 3.0 Joe Lin CC By 2.0
Helpful Hints and Links
Restaurants in the terminal, Pre-security, Tailwind, and Red Mountain Pizza and Provisions. 2nd Floor: Tailwind Restaurant Hardscrabble
FBO: Signature Aviation
Parking is free for the first two hours in the short-term lots (Take a ticket when you drive in). Long-term lots use 24-hour increments from arrival (pre-pay in kiosks)
Airlines Serving This Airport: American and United flights are year-round, adding extra flights seasonally. Alaska and Delta are strictly seasonal.
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