Breckenridge
Five peaks, one adorable town, and air so thin you'll feel every beer.
3D Terrain
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Breck is Colorado skiing cranked to 11. Literally -- the summit is nearly 13,000 feet and you will feel every foot of that altitude. Five peaks above a Victorian mining town that's all colorful buildings and breweries, with terrain ranging from 'hey this is nice' groomers on Peak 9 to 'why did I come up here' above-treeline bowls on Peak 8. Imperial Express SuperChair hits 12,840 feet -- highest chairlift in North America -- and drops you into terrain that makes you question your fitness level. But Breck isn't just for shredders. The park scene is world-class, beginners have real terrain to learn on, and the town is walkable and fun. Season runs November to May, sometimes June. Bring ibuprofen for the altitude headache. Worth it.
Nerd Stats
Summit Elevation
12,998'
Skiable Acres
2,908
Peaks
5
Avg Snowfall
353"
Fun Facts
- Imperial Express tops out at 12,840 feet. Highest lift in North America. You'll taste metal in your mouth.
- Peak 6 opened in 2013 and casually added 543 acres of above-treeline terrain.
- Town founded during the 1859 Gold Rush. The buildings are original and very Instagrammable.
- Season often runs November through May. Sometimes June. They don't quit.
Why Breckenridge?
Breck is the people's mountain. A legit historic mining town, five peaks of varied terrain, and the highest chairlift in North America. It's not exclusive or intimidating -- it's just a really fun place to ski with a town that has actual character.
The Lowdown
Local's Tips
- 1.Peak 6 opened in 2013 and still gets overlooked. The hike to the top accesses serious alpine terrain without the Peak 8 crowds.
- 2.Take the free BreckConnect gondola from town -- parking at the base lots fills by 9 AM on weekends.
- 3.The T-bar on Peak 8 to the Imperial Bowl ridgeline is one of the most unique lift-served experiences anywhere. Don't miss it.
- 4.Eat on the south end of Main Street. The north end near the gondola is tourist-priced.
Don't Miss
Imperial Bowl hike
Hike 20 minutes above the Imperial Express chair (the highest in North America at 12,840') for above-treeline bowl skiing that feels like you're on another planet.
Apres at the Breckenridge Brewery
The original location right on Main Street. Vanilla Porter is the classic order. Sit by the window and watch the ski-boot walk of shame.
Historic ghost town tour
The old mining ruins between Peaks 7 and 8 are visible from the chairlift. Take a guided snowshoe tour through the remains -- it's a fascinating piece of Colorado history.
