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Breckenridge Ski Resort
Peak 8 summit at Breckenridge Ski Resort.

Breckenridge Ski Resort – Breckenridge

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Breckenridge is one of the most visited ski resorts in Colorado and among the closest to Denver, at just over an hour and a half drive. It’s a large resort with 2,908 skiable acres and 155 trails spread across five stunning peaks.

What sets Breck Ski Resort apart from the rest is the historic mining town of Breckenridge. It’s easily one of the nicest ski towns in Colorado. The ski slopes wind into the heart of downtown, which is packed with colorful shops and restaurants.

Terrain

Breckenridge Ski Resort is laid out over Peaks 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10. Peak 7 is full of intermediate blue slopes and a good bet if you’re looking for slightly steeper groomers. For open bowl skiing, take Lower Forget Me Not and make your way to the T-Bar. This will take you up above the tree line.

Breckenridge Ski Resort Trees
In the trees at Breck.

Beginner skiers and riders will have a fun time on Peaks 8 and 9, which are both full of green and blue runs. Both peaks will take you down into a mountain village at the base. Experts head to Peak 10 for steep, fast groomers, tree runs, and bumps. For the real challenge at Breckenridge, you’ll need to make it up the Imperial Express Super Chair to the Summit of Peak 8.

You can hike higher, traverse over to Peak 7 summit or just drop in for some bowl skiing. For freestyle skiers and riders, Breckenridge has several terrain parks of varying sizes and difficulties. There are five terrain parks and two half-pipes, making Breck’s parks some of the best in the country.

For those looking to get up and down the mountain comfortably, the BreckConnect Gondola takes you up to peak 7 for free, providing you access to Grand Lodge, Pioneer Crossing lodge, and the Independence Chair.

If you are still looking for more mountains, Keystone Resort is close by and all part of the same lift ticket. Take the free direct shuttle service if you need a lift, otherwise, parking at keystone is free.

Village

Breckenridge Ski Resort
Breckenridge Ski Resort.

Breckenridge is one of the largest historic districts in Colorado. It was founded as a mining camp and years later transformed into an all-seasons resort town. The main streets of Breckenridge are lined with nice shops, restaurants, and bars. The after-ski scene at Breckenridge is the best in Summit County. And the area is host to numerous other winter activities, from dog sledding to ice skating.

Lodging is available throughout the town and the neighboring towns of Summit County. You can find all levels of lodging, from five-star hotels, b&b’s, to right-priced motels.

Paid parking is mainly what’s available at Breckenridge. Parking may be more on weekends/holidays, however, free parking is available somewhere probably. One of the closest fee parking areas is at the base of Peak 9.

  • Read about the Top 11 Cool Hotels in Breckenridge.

Nearby Activities

Roger's Snowbike Rentals Breckenridge Ski Resort
Snow bikers at Breckenridge Ski Resorts. Photo by: Roger’s Snowbike Rentals

Although Breck lacks its own tubing hill, Summit County is loaded with them:

  • The closest snow tubing to Breckenridge is Frisco’s Adventure Park
  • There’s another tubing hill at Copper Mountain
  • And even more tubing at Keystone Adventure Point

You can also ditch the skis or snowboard and try snow biking at Breck, available through Roger’s Snowbike Rentals on South Main Street inside Ridden Ski Shop.

Peak 10 of the Ten Mile Range.
Looking across at Peak 8.
Skiing into Peak 9 base.
Most of Breck flattens out near the base.
Ten Mile Station.
Aerial view of town and the Blue River Valley.
Trees at Breck are pretty tight.
Leo's Cabin.
Couple double blacks.
Devil's Crotch.
Imperial Express Chairlift.
Bowl skiing off Peak 8.
Winter evening in Breckenridge.
Aerial view of Breckenridge (bottom) and Copper Mountain (top).

Details

Address: 1599 County Rd 3, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Phone: 970-453-5000 ‎

Season: Early-November – mid-April

Lift Hours: 8:30am – 4pm

Mountain Stats:

  • Elevation: 9,600 ft (2,926 m) – 12,998 ft (3,963 m)
  • Vertical – 3,398 ft (1,036 m)
  • Ski Area: 2,908 acres

Trail Map: Breckenridge (jpg)

Website: breckenridge.com

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