Breckenridge

Five peaks above a real Victorian mining town.

Five linked peaks rise right above a lively Victorian Main Street full of bars, restaurants and holiday lights. There is high alpine bowl skiing off the Imperial Express, strong terrain parks and a free gondola from town. Great for groups who want nightlife and festivals as much as skiing.

The mountain

Vertical drop

3,398 ft

Summit

12,998 ft

Skiable terrain

2,908 acres

Trails

187

Lifts

35

Average snowfall

355″ a year

Terrain mix

• Beginner 11%
• Intermediate 31%
• Advanced 58%

What’s here besides skiing

• Terrain park
• Ice skating
• Snowmobiling
• Dog sledding
• Sleigh rides
• Cross-country
• Snowshoeing
• Mountain coaster
• Nightlife
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasDec 5

  Lighting of Breckenridge and Race of the Santas

  A holiday dog parade, hundreds of Santas racing down Main Street, then the town’s holiday lights switch on.

• New Year’sDec 31: torchlight 6 pm, fireworks ~9:30 pm

  New Year’s Eve torchlight parade and fireworks

  Ski school torches trace a tree shape down Peak 9, a kids’ glow-worm parade goes first, and fireworks fire from the Peak 9 base.

• Opening dayNov 6

  Opening day

  Breckenridge’s announced first day of the 2026-27 season.

• FestivalDec 17–19

  Ullr Fest

  The 63rd festival for the Norse god of snow: a Main Street parade, a record-attempt shotski, a bonfire and the Rockstar Energy Open.

• FestivalJan 23–Feb 2

  International Snow Sculpture Championships

  Teams hand-carve 25-ton snow blocks for five days, then the lit sculptures stay up for a week of free viewing.

Where to stay

• ski-in/ski-outOne Ski Hill Place

  Upscale condos at the base of Peak 8 with pools and the slopes out the door.

  Slopeside, Peak 8
• slopesideBeaver Run Resort

  Large condo resort at the base of Peak 9 with pools and hot tubs and an easy walk to Main Street.

  Slopeside, Peak 9
• hotelGravity Haus Breckenridge

  Modern hotel with a gym, hot pools and a social lobby near the Peak 9 base.

  Short walk to Peak 9 lifts
• b&bFireside Inn

  Small inn in the historic district with cozy B&B rooms plus cheaper Base Camp rooms.

  In town, free bus to lifts
• hostelThe Bivvi

  Social mountain hostel with bunk rooms and private rooms just south of town.

  5 min drive

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Good Times Adventures snowmobile tours · ~20 min drive

  Guided snowmobile tours in the national forest from a base in the Swan River valley.

• Good Times dog sledding · ~20 min drive

  The same outfitter runs husky sled rides through the forest.

• Two Below Zero dinner sleigh rides · Frisco, ~15 min

  Sleigh ride to a hearty family-style dinner and a live music and comedy show, running since 1983.

• Breckenridge Nordic Center · 5 min drive

  Groomed cross-country and snowshoe trails in the trees between town and Peak 8.

• Stephen C. West Ice Arena · In town

  Town rink with public skating sessions and rentals.

• Gold Runner Coaster · Peak 8 base

  Alpine coaster through the trees at the Peak 8 base.

• Breckenridge Distillery · Edge of town

  Bourbon distillery with a tasting room and restaurant.

Après and nightlife

• Gold Pan Saloon

  Historic Main Street saloon that stays busy late.

• T-Bar

  On-snow après spot at the Peak 8 base.

• Downstairs at Eric’s

  Basement sports bar and game room on Main Street, good with groups.

• Breckenridge Brewery

  The original brewpub on South Main, a short walk from the lifts.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Denver International Airport (DEN) · about 1 hr 55 min drive
• Denver · about 1.75 hr
• Colorado Springs · about 2.25 hr

Directions in Google Maps