Breckenridge is known for legendary winter activities — our slopes offer one of the best skiing experiences in the world — but, as the locals say, you’ll “come for the winter and stay for the summer.” Here are 50 things to do in Breck this summer — from a family-friendly day to an adrenaline-pumping biking… Read More
By Ebeth Miller My four-year-old son Jarle (pronounced Yarley) has spent a lot of time on Peak 8 at Breckenridge Ski Resort, as he learned to ski over the last couple of seasons. So when I told him that we were heading up to the mountain on Friday, he furrowed his brow and asked with… Read More
High country summers are pretty epic — endless sunshine, greened-up mountainsides, bluebird skies, mild temps, flowing rivers, and that oh so sweet scent of pine needles warming in the sun. The kicker? Mother Nature’s fickle ways. Clouds roll in, an afternoon shower stops over, even the occasional summer snowflake has been known to come to… Read More
The Breckenridge Summer Day Camp returns this summer from June 7 – Aug 29, 2018. The day camp, the only one of its kind to take place on the mountain at Breck, features a curriculum that focuses on science, nature, crafts and more, while teaching kids valuable outdoor skills. The Breck Summer Day Camp is… Read More
Summer Gear Guide 2018 Weather in the mountains is notorious for being inconsistent and shifting unexpectedly. So when you can’t choose the conditions, choose like a pro. Helly Hansen Since 1877, Helly Hansen has been on the forefront of innovative products. With product built in tandem with our outdoor professionals that can’t choose their… Read More
Thanks to all of our guests, friends, family, and employees for and incredible 2017-18 season at Breck! Here are a few of our favorite memories from the season. Shoutout to Joseph Large, Andrew MaGuire, Rory Gallagher, Clayton Trombley, Noah Wallace, and Luke Freleigh for capturing some of these moments. We can’t wait… Read More
It’s not quite over but we want to say thank you to all our guests, friends, family, and employees for a great winter! Here’s the scoop on the rest of the season. LIFTS & TERRAIN: Beginning Monday, April 16, for the final week of the season Breckenridge will… Read More
Depending on where you live, spring break lands on any given week throughout the month of March. Because families with small children and high schoolers, as well as college goers, know that Breck is a hot spot, you can expect a steady flow of spring breakers throughout March. If the sun is shining (and it… Read More
Want the full on Breckenridge experience? Attack it with an open-armed, no-agenda mindset, embracing the town, the mountain and that free-living, adventurous Summit County spirit. Start with these tried-and-true local favorites. For the Downhillers Breckenridge Ski Resort covers five massive peaks. That’s 187 trails across 2,908 acres. It’s a lot to take in. Begin with… Read More
Breck is home to some world class skiing, mountain biking, and all around high adrenaline adventuring; however, Breck also hosts some pretty romantic spots to get all lovey-dovey. The air might be thin at this high altitude, but there is definitely lots of love in the air. Here are some of our favorite spots and… Read More
There’s something deeply satisfying about finding a new favorite culinary stash spot that aligns with your bank account, especially in a ski town. Thankfully, Breckenridge is loaded with fantastic breakfast, lunch and happy hour deals. They just require a little hungry, budget-minded digging. Breakfast Daylight Doughnuts opens at 6 a.m., typically to a few diehards… Read More
Breckenridge is known for its festive lineup of winter events. Here are the must-hit parties, big-name competitions and snow-filled celebrations. Each December, visit the base of Peak 8 for Dew Tour, when some of the best skiers and boarders from around the globe compete in high-flying competitions. This Olympic-qualifying event showcases gravity-defying slopestyle and halfpipe… Read More
We all wish we could spend endless time in the mountains but sometimes you only have one day to ski, play and fit in all of your favorite activities. If this is your case or if you are just a mountain go-getter, read on for tips to get ski more, see more and have the… Read More
Snowy nights in Breckenridge are a dream come true. The town is bustling with celebration and each magical flake adds more excitement for the powder day in the morning. But why wait until the morning to enjoy it? There is plenty of fun to be had playing in Breck and the surrounding area, especially on… Read More
For many, there’s only one thing to do on a snowy day in Breckenridge: Ride the lifts and shred until the powder’s gone. But there’s even more to do in Breck as a family. Here are additional activities the entire family will love to do together: Glide Ice skating at the Stephen C. West Arena is… Read More
One of the beautiful things that sets Breckenridge apart from other ski resort towns is its gripping blend of old and new. We have a cutting-edge arts scene, fantastic shopping and dining and plush spas and lodging—all nudged up against painstakingly preserved historic buildings and an active riverside recreation path set off by postcard mountain… Read More
One of my absolute favorite things about Breckenridge is the high alpine terrain. There is nothing more breathtaking then cresting the tree-line, seeing the immense beauty of the peaks and the endless views expand before your eyes. Those moments of complete reverence hold a very special place in my heart and having the ability to… Read More
As the year nears its end, the Town of Breckenridge is bustling with holiday cheer and excitement to ring in the New Year. It’s a time of celebration and this world-class destination sure knows how to throw a party. Let’s take a gander at how the locals spread joy with some of their most fun… Read More
Breckenridge Ski Resort is home to some of the best skiing and riding in the USA, with terrain and features for every skill level and everyone in the family. If you want to get the most out of your ski vacation, be sure that you have everything you need to enjoy a day on the slopes. Make… Read More
VAIL RESORTS MAKES AN EPIC PROMISE – COMMITS TO ZERO NET OPERATING FOOTPRINT BY 2030 OUR EPIC PROMISE FOR A ZERO NET OPERATING FOOTPRINT BY 2030 Everything we do at Vail Resorts is driven by the spectacular natural environments where our employees, guests and communities live, work and play. The environment – and our stakeholders’… Read More
