East Vail Waterfall - Eagle Valley Land Trust

In March 2001, the Town of Vail and the Eagle Valley Land Trust completed a $630,000 transaction to purchase the 4.8-acre parcel at the base of the East Vail Waterfall and protect it with a permanent conservation easement. The Town of Vail agreed to pay half the purchase price, with the remainder raised through private donations. Thanks to several major gifts and contributions from many East Vail neighbors, the campaign was a success and now the land is permanently protected.

The East Vail Waterfall is a well-known landmark, greeting people as they descend Vail Pass. It’s also a popular spot for summer hiking and winter ice climbing. In the early 1960’s, this 4.8 acres were zoned for residential development. Over the years however, the feasibility of construction was questioned, due to the potential of avalanche and rock fall. The site provides habitat for migratory and resident birds and serves as occasional summer range for mule deer, fox, great horned owl, porcupine and black bear.