Superb!5 / 5Sep 11, 2010
BBrian
Breckenridge is a challenging set of terrain. I would suggest that while they do have some green slopes, that this mountain is not an ideal place for beginners to learn. It is a very fun yet challenging evironment.Build your Breckenridge Ski Trip
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Pros
- Breckenridge has tons of activities besides skiing such as dog-sledding and snowmobiling
- Experience the unforgettable nightlife in this vibrant Colorado ski town
- Offers a diverse range of resort lodgings from affordable to lavishly high-end
Cons
- Due to its popularity, big crowds at the resort are a pain
Breckenridge Ski Packages |
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Welk Resorts Breckenridge The Ranahan
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
27% off | $954 |
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LOGE Breckenridge
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
18% off | $933 |
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Pine Ridge Condominiums
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
14% off | $911 |
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Overall
Breckenridge is one of the most popular ski resorts in North America. Over a million and a half people visit every season, and it’s not hard to see why. A mecca for big mountain shredders and trick stomping freestylers, Breckenridge is all about the new school! When it comes to high alpine terrain, no-fall zone chutes, and wide open bowls, it tops every other ski area in Summit County. Nowhere else in North America gets you higher on a lift, with Breckenridge ski resort’s crowning glory the Imperial Express Super Chair whisking skiers and boarders up to 12,840 ft.
Best month to go
January
Thanks to its spot high up in the mountains, the ski season in Breckenridge usually lasts for around five months, from mid-November to mid-April. Slopes can be a bit patchy at the start and end of winter, but an extensive snow cannon network keeps the lower trails white for as long as it’s cold! As far as proper snowfall goes, it really starts cranking from January, tailing off by the end of March. Events like Ullr Fest and the International Snow Sculpture Championships are held in January, making that month an awesome time to visit. If there was ever a time not to visit Breckenridge, it’s the Christmas and New Year holidays, Martin Luther King Day, and Presidents’ Day. Crowds peak during these times, leading to monstrous lift queues and a spike in accommodation prices.
FLY TO
Denver International Airport
SHUTTLE TO
Breckenridge (approx. 2.5 hours)
Base of Breckenridge (Walk)
- Popular lodging areas include Peak 7,8 and 9
- Ski-in/ski-out accommodation
- Peak 8 and Peak 9 are great areas for beginner's to stay
Historic Downtown (1-2 mi)
- Best dining and nightlife is on Main Street
- Wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets
- Shuttles available to and from the Breckenridge slopes
Dillon/Silverthorne (15-20 mi)
- Both towns are around 30 mins drive away from Breckenridge ski resort
- Plenty of affordable lodging options
- Limited nightlife
Frisco (10-15 mi)
- 25 minutes drive away from Breckenridge
- Inexpensive lodging; has many hotel and motel chains
- Easy access to Copper Mountain
For beginners
Breckenridge has some of the best beginner skiing in Colorado. Check out the beginner terrain on the lower half of Peak 9 and base of Peak 8 or try out the speed-controlled Family Zones.
More beginners tipsFor intermediates
There's intermediate terrain across all the Peaks at Breckenridge but Peak 7 is where you'll find plenty of perfect corduroys and gently rolling runs. Take on Claimjumper for big sweeping turns down the mountain, it's our favorite for intermediates here!
More intermediates tipsFor experts
Don't underestimate Breckenridge, it's got expert terrain well above the tree line (unlike many Colorado resorts!), slopes as steep as 55 degrees and vertical cornices you gotta drop over! Take on the Six Senses area for steep narrow chutes and cornices or drop into some epic bowls such as Serenity Bowl, Horseshoe Bowl or from the highest point in the resort at 12,998 ft, Snow White Bowl!
More experts tipsFind freshies
Breckenridge's high elevation keeps the snow nice and fresh, but it gets tracked out quickly so go to the hike-to terrain on Peaks 6, 8, 9 and 10 for freshest stuff.
Ditch the crowds
Head to Peak 6's Kensho Super Chair and Peak 10's Falcon Super Chair to escape the crowds.
Non skiers
Breckenridge has some of the best nightlife that will keep non-skiers partying all night long. There is also snowmobiling and dogsledding available too.
Families
For families with beginners, there are easy trails that access the ski-in/ski-out accommodation between Peak 8 and Peak 9, where you'll find beginner terrain on the lower half.
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Breckenridge Reviews
Superb!5 / 5Aug 30, 2010
FFrank
I also like the friendliness, and general feel I get at Breckenridge. The skiing is challenging, and the town is a lot of fun.Superb!5 / 5Aug 26, 2010
JJoan
Had a wonderful experience skiing there; the area is beautiful and I appreciate ski-in/ski-out facilities.Superb!5 / 5Aug 24, 2010
CCynthia
There is something on every mountain that is either fun or just plain challenging. There is enough variety that you don't get bored. If one mountains conditions are not what you are looking for, you can move to the next peak.Very Good!4 / 5Jul 03, 2010
BBonnie
nice town, nice people, nice accomodations, good transportation. fun place for the family. lots of room to skiAverage!3 / 5May 25, 2010
EEric
Younger crowd than Aspen but still fun none the less.Very Good!4 / 5Mar 28, 2010
BBarbara
It's a great place for novice and advance skiers and snowboarders. The bunny slopes and other activities keep the beginner busy while the steep slopes and moguls challenge the more experienced. It provides variety for winter sports enthusiasts and their families. It's my favorite week-long vacation!Superb!5 / 5Aug 30, 2009
DDavid
The runs are long and the resort has several different runs for the different levels of skiing ability.Superb!5 / 5Feb 10, 2009
TTom
Breck still retains it's Colorado charm, while giving myself and my family diversity with many types and degrees of difficulty on the hill.Superb!5 / 5Jan 06, 2009
AAnthony
Lots of various runs. There were so many trails, it never seemed crowded and I went during the Holiday season.