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Breckenridge Ski Resort, Breckenridge, CO

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Breckenridge Ski Resort

BreckConnect Gondola base, Watson Ave · Breckenridge, CO

Why you should go…

Breckenridge spreads 2,908 skiable acres and 187 trails across five peaks, numbered 6 through 10, with about 40 percent of the terrain above treeline. The Imperial Express SuperChair climbs to 12,840 feet, which the resort calls the highest lift in North America. The 4 O'Clock Run carries you from high on the mountain down into the historic downtown. In summer the free BreckConnect Gondola runs for hiking and biking, and there is an Alpine Slide.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

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