Breckenridge Town & Mountain Information

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Breckenridge is the perfect mix.

In the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, the Town of Breckenridge reigns as a modern skiing mecca and an all-season outdoor wonderland with a rich mining history. Today, our Victorian Main Street buzzes with activity, day and night. Miles of mountain bike trails follow historic mine flumes and gold medal fly fishing rivers never run dry. Millions of vacationers return year after year for our 350 average inches of powder, our majestic alpine setting and our quirky local spirit.

Breckenridge Ski Resort is one of the largest, most popular ski resorts in North America. For over fifty years Breckenridge has provided a world-class ski and snowboard experience. In the summer the Epic Discovery park is conveniently located at the base of Peak 8 and includes a host of family-friendly activities such as; a mini golf course, zipline, alpine slide, roller coaster, jumping castle, maze, mine shaft, trampolines, and mountain biking, making it a true four-season resort.

For an interactive experience with the Breckenridge ski map, click here.

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Mountain Statistics

34 Lifts
- 6-person: 5
- 4-person: 6
- 3-person: 1
- 2-person: 6
- Gondola: 1
- Magic Carpets: 11
- Surface/T-bar: 4
187 trails
2,908 skiable acres
Elevation summit 12,998 ft.
Longest trail: 4 O’Clock (3.5 miles)
1,400 acres of groomed trails

For more information on Breckenridge Ski Resort, click here.

What is the largest ski lift at the Grand Colorado?

The Imperial chair lift is at the top of peak 8 in Breckenridge. It is the highest chair lift in North America situated at 12,840 feet.

How difficult are the ski trails in Breckenridge?

Breckenridge mountain offers a wide variety of ski trails ranging from first time learning slopes to extremely difficult terrain.

When is the best time to book a ski trip in Colorado?

The best time to book a ski trip in Colorado is typically between early October and November. This is when most ski resorts release their lodging deals for the upcoming winter season. Booking early can also ensure that you get the best available dates and accommodations for your trip.

Town Info & Statistics

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CLIMATE:

Summer Day: 70° F (21° C)
Summer Night: 50° F (10° C)
Days of Sunshine: 300
Winter Day: 28° F (-2° C)
Winter Night: 15° (-9° C)
Inches of Snow: 300+
Humidity: 30%

POPULATION:

Breckenridge Year-Round: 4,763
Summit County Year-Round: 28,637

TOWN SIZE:

3,702 acres / 5.5 square miles
3,900 acres of open space property
41 acres of community parks
7 miles long / 2 miles wide
23.7% town-owned land. This includes: active parks, open space, golf course, historical sites, parking lots, municipal buildings and the cemetery
55 acres of town-owned parks
560 acres of in-town open space

Town Info & Statistics

CLIMATE:

Summer Day: 70 degrees F (21 degrees C)
Summer Night: 50 degrees F (10 degrees C)
Days of Sunshine – 300
Winter Day: 28 degrees F (-2 degrees C)
Winter Night: 15 degrees (-9 degrees C)
Inches of Snow – 300
Humidity – 30 percent

POPULATION:

Breckenridge Year-Round – 4,763
Summit County Year-Round – 28,637

TOWN SIZE:

3,702 acres / 5.5 square miles
3,900 acres of open space property
41 acres of community parks
7 miles long / 2 miles wide
23.7% town-owned land. This includes: active parks, open space, golf course, historical sites, parking lots, municipal buildings and the cemetery
55 acres of town-owned parks
560 acres of in-town open space

For more information on the town, click here.

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