'''Breckenridge''' [http://www.gobreck.com] is a ski resort and town at the northern tip of the south central region of Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains of the United States of America. It is the prototype of the '''Western Slope''' resort cities that have developed following the explosive growth of the ski industry in Colorado.

Get in

By air

International and Domestic flights arrive at '''Denver International Airport(DEN)'''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denver_International_Airport] 104 miles (166km) to the east. Domestic and local flights come into the closer '''Eagle County Regional Airport(EGE)'''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eagle_County_Regional_Airport], 63 miles (102km), and '''Colorado Springs Airport(COS)'''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colorado_Springs_Airport] 110 miles (178km).

By bus

  • '''Colorado Mountain Express''' [http://www.ridecme.com/] Door-to-door shuttle services from Denver International or Eagle County Airport to Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone and other resorts in the area. [http://www.ridethepowder.com Powderhound Transportation] provides affordable private car service from Denver International and Eagle County Airport into Breckenridge, Keystone, and Copper.
  • By car

    Breckenridge is located off of Highway 9.

    From Denver and areas East, take '''Interstate''' 70 west to exit 203. Continue south on HWY 9 to Breckenridge.

    From Vail and areas West, take '''Interstate''' 70 east to exit 203. Continue south on HWY 9 to Breckenridge.

    From Fairplay and areas South, take HWY 9 north over Hoosier Pass to Breckenridge.

    Get around

  • '''Breckenridge Free Ride''', ''+1 970'' 547-3140, shuttle stops at the Ice Rink, City Market, Recreation Center, Village and Four O_f Clock Roads, Columbine and Broken Lance Drive and Peak 9. Provides transport between the free carparks.
  • '''Summit Stage''', ''+1 970'' 668-0999, [http://www.summitstage.com]. Provides Free Bus Service throughout Summit County. Check Website for current schedules.
  • '''Summit Taxi''' ''+1 970'' 468-2266 Provides service throughout Summit County.
  • '''Colorado Mountain Express''' ''+1'' 800-525-6363, [http://www.ridecme.com/] Door-to-door shuttle services in much of Summit County.
  • '''Powderhound Transportation''' [http://www.ridethepowder.com 1] provides around town transportation service throughout Summit County. +1 970 455 4315.
  • See

  • '''Ten Mile Range'''
  • '''Historic Main Street'''
  • '''Art Galleries'''
  • '''14'ers'''
  • '''Mining Ruins'''
  • '''Breckenridge Terrain Park'''
  • '''Imperial Express SuperChair'''
  • '''Lake Dillon'''
  • '''Blue River'''
  • '''Mountain Top Children_fs Museum'''
  • '''Historic Father Dyer Church''', [http://www.fatherdyer.org]. Established in 1880, the stain glass window of Father Dyer Skiing is worth a look. All are welcome.
  • Do

    Winter

  • '''Breckenridge Ski Resort''', [http://breckenridge.snow.com]. Skiing, snowboarding and Telemark.
  • '''Breckenridge Nordic Center''', [http://www.breckenridgenordic.com].
  • '''Goodtimes Adventures''', [http://www.goodtimesadventures.com]. Snowmobiling, snowshoeing and dog sledding.
  • '''Breckenridge Snowmobiling''', [http://www.breckenridgesnowmobiling.com]. Breckenridge Snowmobile Tours.
  • '''Ice Fishing''' on Lake Dillon.
  • '''Kingdom of Breckenridge Stables''', [http://colorado-horses.com/kingdom.html].
  • '''Summit Huts Association''', [http://www.summithuts.org]. Hut trips.
  • '''Breckenridge Ice Arena'''(Indoor and Outdoor), [http://www.townofbreckenridge.com/index.cfm?d=standard&b=3&c=19&s=321&p=3726].
  • '''Sleigh rides'''
  • '''Blue Sage Spa''', [http://www.bluesagespa.com].
  • '''Summit Vacation Concierge''' (Snowmobiling, Dogsledding, Sleigh Rides, Winter Fly Fishing), [http://www.summitconcierge.com].
  • Summer

  • '''Avalanche Sports''' (Bike Rentals), [http://www.av-sports.com].
  • '''Breckenridge Outfitters''' (fly fishing), [http://www.breckenridgeoutfitters.com].
  • '''Four-Wheeling'''
  • '''Breckenridge Golf Club''', [http://www.breckenridgegolfclub.com].
  • '''Hiking and Backpacking'''
  • '''Horseback Riding'''
  • '''Hot Air Balloon Rides'''
  • '''Jeep Tours'''
  • '''Peak 8 Fun Park'''
  • '''Rock Climbing'''
  • '''Tennis'''
  • '''Trekking and Orienteering'''
  • '''White Water Rafting'''
  • Equipment Rental

    There are many places in Breckenridge where you can rent all kinds ski and snowboard equipment. Just walking down Main street you will pass many. Your accommodation may also offer equipment or have discounts at certain stores.

    Ski rental stores in Breckenridge include

  • Alpine Sports
  • Bahnhof Ski Shop Ltd
  • Black Tie Ski Rentals
  • Blue River Sports Ski & Snowboard Rental
  • Breckenridge Sports (6 location)
  • Breeze Ski Rentals
  • Carvers Ski - Board & Sport
  • Christy Sports
  • Main Street Sports
  • Norway Haus Ski Shop
  • Resort Quest Ski & Sport
  • Ski Country Sports
  • If you are not arriving by car it is often easier to rent your gear close to your hotel or even better close to the lifts as most offer over night storage. This save you the hassle of lugging your skis back to your accommodation each day.

    You can also book your ski or snowboard rental online which may save you some money and less time in the rental store. There are a number of companies in Breckenridge that offer this service; including

  • Black Tie - Which also offer full delivery service to your accommodation
  • Breeze Rentals
  • Christy Sports
  • Rentskis
  • Comparison of online ski rental in Breckenridge [http://www.breckenridgeskirentalsnowboardrental.com]

    Buy

  • Art Galleries
  • Jewelry
  • Ski & Snowboard, Bicycle Rentals
  • Avalanche Sports, [http://www.av-sports.com].
  • Sportswear, Tee Shirts, Souvenirs
  • Real estate, [http://www.luckymountainhome.com].
  • Eat

  • Downstairs At Eric's, 111 South Main Street, 970-453-1401, [http://www.downstairsaterics.com].
  • Drink

  • Downstairs At Eric's, 111 South Main Street, 970-453-1401, [http://www.downstairsaterics.com].
  • Sleep

    Get out

  • '''Visit Colorado's Wine Country'''. Northwestern Colorado is home to over 70 wineries and its own indigenous vineyards. Wine lovers can enjoy several scenic day trips from Breckenridge to many of the small towns that grow their own grapes. These lovely little communities include Montrose, Palisade, Paonia, Hotchkiss, as well as the city of Grand Junction.