Around Town

Breckenridge is a year-round resort destination located high in the Colorado Rockies, 90 miles west of Denver. This 148-year old Victorian town was founded like many other towns of the era--with a Gold Rush. We've come a long way since then, while still keeping many Historic buildings and touches. With plenty of shopping and dining as well as events and activities, there is something for everyone! For more on events and activities.

 Some facts about Breckenridge:

• 9,600 feet base elevation/ 2,927 meters
• 12,998 feet summit elevation/ 3,962 meters
• 7 miles long, 2 miles wide with 2,998 acres
• 2,208 acres of skiing terrain 
• Breckenridge Ski Resort operating since December 16, 1961
• 76 Restaurants and Bars
• 163 Shops
• 249 Historic structures
• Average Temp Summer is 70 day/ 50 night
• Average Temp Winter is 28 day/ 15 night
• Average 300 inches of snow and 300 days sunshine
• New BreckConnect Gondola opened Jan 2006
• Home of the highest Ski Lift in North America

 Additional links to assist you with your vacation planning:

• Winter Events
• Winter Activites
• Ski & Snowboard Rentals
• Summer Events
• Summer Activities
• Bike Rentals
• Peak 8 Fun Park
• Dining and Nightlife
• Shopping
• Town Map
• Trail Map
• Mountain Statisitics
• Informational Links