Breckenridge is one of the most popular resorts in North America with 4 huge mountains interlinked with a modern lift system offering 2,358 acres including 5 terrain parks, 2 half pipes, 8 awesome powder bowls, moguls and long fun groomed runs! With a massive annual snow fall of 9m, the quality of the snow is light, dry & fluffy with an amazing 300 days of sunshine! Perfect conditions for all mountain lovers.
The town of Breckenridge is a charming and carefully preserved historic gold-mining town, giving the town an interesting and genuine feel with awe-inspiring views. The locals are known for their friendliness, authenticity & free spirit! Breckenridge offers a great variety of restaurants, bars & retail shops, the nightlife is also good for those party goers.
Ski Terrain: 2358 acres, 31 lifts, 155 trails
Terrain Parks: 5 terrain parks
Elevation: 3,963 metres
Difficulty: Easiest: 14%, Intermediate: 31%, Difficult: 19%, Expert: 36%
Vertical: Over 1,000 metres
Longest Run: Nearly 5.6kms
Snowfall: Over 9.3 metres
Other Activities: Tubing Park, Snowmobiling, Cross country, Snow shoeing, Ice Skating, Dog Sledding, Recreation Centre & day spas & movie theatre
Ski-in Ski-out – There are so many options for ski-in/ski-out accommodation, making access to the slopes easy, convenient & fuss free, giving you more time to just ski, enjoy & relax
Historic Mountain Town – Breckenridge was founded by gold prospectors back in 1859 when gold was found along the Blue River, there is over 350 historic structures in and around town. Breckenridge is a real town & community not a purpose built resort town, this gives the town a lively & quirky personality with a variety of unique and original independently owned shops, cafes, bars, restaurants & galleries
Access – The Town of Breckenridge is right at the base of the ski resort so everything is within reach & close together for easy walking access to lifts, restaurants, bars, spas & shops.
Slopes & Ski School – There is something for everyone at Breckenridge with beginner to expert terrain, Breckenridge is well known for it’s terrain parks & powder bowls and also a world class ski school. With the new expansion of a further 543 acres of ski-able terrain (lift access & hike-to) due to open in 2013 Breckenridge is hard to beat.
Dining & Nightlife – Breckenridge is well known for it’s nightlife and offers a great variety of bars, restaurants & clubs. You can party & dance the night away if you like and dining options range from cheap & cheerful to sophisticated fine dining & everything in-between. Sports bars, wine bars & brew houses are just a few!
Gateway: Denver Airport Colorado, or Colorado Springs Airport
Partnering Airlines: Qantas
Getting Around: Everything in the resort & the town are close