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Breckenridge

The quaint mountain town of Breckenridge, Colorado not only has vibrant history and Victorian charm, but it has grown into one of the most-visited and established ski towns in the country during winter months. Its authentic, laid-back vibe makes Breckenridge tough to beat. Locals have been known to visit for the winter months, but often decide to make Breckenridge home after staying for a summer. Breckenridge truly has something for everyone and prides itself in its inviting nature that brings people back time and again. That’s why Breckenridge coined the tagline, Perfect Mountain. Perfect Mountain Town .

Mountain Living in Breckenridge

In the winter enjoy activities such as skiing and snowboarding , cross-country skiing , snowshoeing, sledding, dog sledding and snowmobiling . The Breckenridge Ski Resort boasts one of the best ski and ride schools in the country along with top-ranked terrain parks, events and expansive terrain. In the summer take up hiking, mountain biking and golf and enjoy amazing summer festivals, dining and shopping.

Weather in Breckenridge

(Temperatures in Fahrenheit) Breckenridge Winter Temperatures – 28 degrees daytime / 15 degrees night time. Breckenridge Summer Temperatures – 70-80 degrees daytime / 50 degrees night time. Breckenridge has an average of 300 days of sunshine each year.

For a complete forecast of Breckenridge visit The Weather Channel . Track weather as it comes through Colorado through NOAA . Or, monitor CDOT for statewide road conditions.

Skiing & Snowboarding at Breckenridge Ski Resort

Enjoy skiing and riding at one of the top ski resorts in North America. With nearly 2,400 acres of terrain and 155 trails to choose from, Breckenridge Ski Resort is situated at a base elevation of 9,600 feet. Enjoy the spectacular snow Colorado is known for along with easy access to and from town and every desired vacation amenity, including spectacular shopping and dining on Main Street.

Breckenridge Ski Resort Operations

8:30am-4pm, Lifts Open; 8am-5pm, Gondola Open (Hours subject to change.)

Purchase Breckenridge Lift Tickets . aspx) online at a discounted rate or call a Reservations Agent at 888.284.9477. View the most up-to-date Terrain Status , including what is currently open and type of terrain.

Breckenridge Mountain Statistics

Base Elevation: 9,600 feet / 2,926 meters Summit Elevation: 12,998 feet / 3,963 meters Vertical Rise: 3,398 feet / 1,036 meters Lifts: 30 Total 2 high-speed 6-passenger SuperChairs
7 high-speed quad lifts
1 triple lift
6 double lifts
1 8-passenger gondola
4 surface lifts
9 carpet lifts
Lift Capacity: 37,880 people per hour Operating Since: December 16, 1961 Total Ski/Ride Terrain: 2,358 acres / 954 hectares Groomed Daily: 600 acres / 241 hectares (29% of total terrain) Bowls: 772 acres / 312 hectares Terrain Parks: 25 acres / 10 hectares Snowmaking: 565 acres / 228 hectares Number of Trails: 155 Longest Trail: Four O'Clock - 3.5 miles / 5.6 kilometers

Breckenridge Terrain Level of Difficulty

Easiest – 14%
Breckenridge has some of the best learning terrain of any ski area. Skiers and snowboarders can find most beginner trails located off Chair 7 on Peak 8, including a portion of the 3.5 mile Four O’Clock run, the longest trail at Breckenridge, and the Quicksilver Super6 and Alifts on Peak 9.
More Difficult – 31%
Breckenridge is an intermediate skier and snowboarder’s paradise. Peak 7 is home to seven gently rolling more difficult runs, accessed by a sixpassenger SuperChair. Claimjumper is a local’s favorite, located on Peak 8. Other favorites include Northstar and Crescendo. Two high-speed SuperChairs on Peak 9 access over 10 intermediate trails.
Most Difficult – 19%
Duke’s Run on Peak 8 offers a nice combination of both bump and groomers. Take the T-Bar up to Pika, Ptarmigan, White Crown and Forget-Me-Not for wide-open bowl skiing and riding and awe-inspiring views. Peak 9’s Peerless is a great place to learn how to master bumps. And, bump masters can appreciate 6-Chair, especially on a powder day. Take a quick ride on the Falcon SuperChair on Peak 10 and enjoy advanced intermediate groomers, steep and deep bump runs and legendary glades.

Expert – 36%
Peak 7 offers vast steep skiing and riding without the trees at a 45 degree pitch. Peak 8 has great alpine vistas from the Horseshoe Bowl (lift access) or Imperial Bowl via the Imperial Express SuperChair (the highest life in North America). Hike to Lake Chutes for a 55 degree pitch and extreme terrain, including 10 and 80 feet of cornice, rocks to jump and fresh tracks. Peak 9 is tree skiing and riding at its best. The Windows is an easy hike from the Patrol Hut at the top of Peak 9. The South Side of Peak 10 has fat bumps, hidden kickers and glades.

Golfing at the Breckenridge Golf Course

The Town of Breckenridge boasts the only jack Nicklaus-designed 27 hole Golf Club – featuring the Elk, Beaver and Bear Nines. The golf course is situated in a beautiful mountain valley at 9,324 feet. The ball goes farther and straighter at this elevation since there is less air resistance. Pleasant summer temperatures and lots of sunshine make the Breckenridge Golf Course the perfect place to play in the mountains.

View Rates & Tee Times or call 970.453.9104.

Web Cams

View Breckenridge Mountain Cams to check out the latest weather and activity. Each camera is updated every 5 minutes from 6am – 3:55pm, daily. Check out the view of the Town of Breckenridge North Cam or the view of the Town of Breckenridge South Cam

Events Calendar

View our comprehensive Events Calendar of events happening in Breckenridge and the surrounding areas.

Demographic Profile

For in-depth area information, contact your Breckenridge Associates Real Estate broker for a copy of our Demographic Profile on the Breckenridge and the surrounding areas.