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Breckenridge Ski Holidays

At a glance

  • Huge ski area
  • Picturesque historic town
  • Great non-skiing activities

Great for

  • Late season
  • Après ski
  • Groups

Ski Holidays in Breckenridge

We love Breckenridge - an outstanding, all-round resort with a friendly atmosphere, heaps to do and an infectiously bubbly après scene. It’s the birthplace of competitive freestyle, has some of the highest quality skiing and snowboarding in the States and is repeatedly rated as one of the best ski resorts in the world.

  • Flight Time
  • 9 hours
  • From London
  • Nearest Airports
  • Denver, Jackson Hole etc.
  • Time zone
  • GMT -5 to -8 hours
  • Language
  • English
  • Currency
  • US Dollar
  • Ski Season
  • Dec - April

Breckenridge Stats

Top Altitude
3,963m
Bottom Altitude
2,927m
Resort Altitude
2,927m
Total Piste
2,908 Acres skiable
Longest Run
Four O’clock 5.6km
Slope Orientation
Mostly East
Vertical Drop
1,036m
Skiable Vertical
1,036m
Night Skiing
No
Glacier Skiing
No

Up in the Tenmile Mountain range in Colorado, Breckenridge prides itself in offering one of the world's best snow-sports experiences. Breckenridge resort delivers a huge, varied ski area with high average snowfall, exquisite dining options and superb nightlife, as well as a variety of non-ski activities for those not sold on the adrenaline kick of the slopes.

With the ski resort opening in 1960 after fears of the community becoming a ghost town, the popularity boomed, and Breckenridge is now one of the most popular ski resorts in the USA. As a large town, 7 miles long and 2 miles wide, the offerings of shops, restaurants and amenities can keep anyone busy. 104 miles from Denver International Airport, the transfer here tends to take around two hours. You can also fly to Eagle County Airport from most American city airports. At only 60 miles east, this reduces the transfer time to an hour and a half.

On arrival, you may recognise the resort from films like Dumb and Dumber and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. An ex-mining town, founded in 1860 during the gold rush, it's steeped in history which translates to activities offered throughout, such as goldmine tours, horse and carriage rides and museum visits.

If the town isn't enough to draw you in, the exceptional skiing certainly will. Breckenridge is within a short distance of several other top-quality resorts. The Epic Pass allows for skiing in Breckenridge and other mountain legends: Vail, Keystone and Beaver Creek, Northstar, Mt. Brighton, Heavenly, Kirkwood, Afton Alps, Canyons and Arapahoe Basin.

The ski area is colossal, enough to stay entertained for a whole season, let alone a week. Famous for its freestyle, Breck was the first resort in Colorado to support snowboarders actively and provided the world's first freestyle snowboard event in 1985. Continuing this custom, it has since hosted the Dew Tour and the Supergirl all-female slopestyle competition. Naturally, this translates into the public parks and here you'll find 4 parks of the highest quality for varying abilities, as well as two pipes.

Winter Sports Ratings

Beginners

Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboarding

Breckenridge Transfer Times

Eagle County Airport60 miles, 1 hr 30
Denver International Airport104 miles, 2 hrs

The nearest airport to Breckenridge is Denver International at 137 km or about 1 hour 30 minutes by car

What's the ski area like in Breckenridge?

Breck prides itself in its diverse, challenging-to-all ski area. At a huge 2,908 acres, with 155 runs, the possibilities are endless with off-piste, four freestyle parks, two half-pipes and high tree density providing numerous tree runs lower down the mountain.

Novices should take advantage of the excellent ski school; set up by the 1955 Norwegian Ski Champion Trygve Berge, the Breckenridge Ski School now employs over 600 instructors, providing numerous lesson options for beginners through to experts. Complete beginners will be comfortable on the carpets available at the bottom of Peak 8, and those with a little more confidence can find more advanced beginner runs in the slow zones at the base of Peak 8 and 9. Lower 4 O'clock is a definite recommendation; a green completely in the slow zones, this is part of the longest run in the resort and can be accessed by Chair 5.



Intermediates also have heaps of choice; Peak 7 and 9 have a huge assortment of blues of varying difficulties. Sticking to the lower slopes will keep the gradient down with runs snaking through trees. However, if you're looking for more of a challenge, the higher you go, generally the steeper the slope. A particular favourite is Claimjumper, offering beautiful views from fun rollers, accessed by Independence Superchair.



Experts will be in heaven on the more demanding slopes. After a large snowfall, the natural, unpisted runs can grant the biggest challenge, from trees to steeps to bowls. Usually, the higher you go, the more difficult the run, with Peak 8 and 10 offering the biggest range of expert runs. If you really fancy your chances, 9 Lives is a crazy option, having a slope gradient of over 50 degrees at its steepest - warning this is not for the faint-hearted.



With its complex history in promoting snowboarding and freestyle, it's easy to see why Breck has become a mecca for freestyle. The four parks here cater for every level; the Bonanza contains small features for those testing the waters, whilst the Freeway hosts four huge kickers and a 22-foot Superpipe. If you're lucky, you can watch the pro's that often frequent it. The parks' quality has not gone unnoticed and has been recognised by numerous awards, notably Best Park by Freeskier Magazine and a runner up for Best Park by Ski Magazine.

Which other ski resorts are near to Breckenridge?

The nearest ski resorts to Breckenridge include Keystone, Beaver Creek, Vail.

Ski Area Facts

LocationUS, Tenmile Mountain Range
Established1961
Downhill2,908 Acres skiable
Lift Pass$948 for a 6-day adult pass

Beginner Slopes

22runs14%

Intermediate Skiing

48runs31%

Advance & Expert Terrain

85runs55%

Snowboarding Trails

2,908 Acres skiable100%

Breckenridge Restaurants

Where to eat in Breckenridge and on the mountain

Hearthstone Restaurant This restaurant prides itself on sustainable, fresh and local ingredients to create its exquisite dishes. Local fare makes up the majority of the menu - entrees on the dinner menu contain a selection of meats, fish and seafood, with prices ranging from $28 to $40 for a main. The wine list features a selection over 200 wines, in an attempt to cover every wine region globally. In a beautiful Victorian setting with stunning views of the surrounding panorama, your taste buds will be indulged with some of the finest cuisine in Breckenridge.

Blue River Bistro Offering a brunch, lunch and dinner menu, Blue River Bistro provides superb food throughout the day. The brunch menu is enough to make your mouth water, with light bites such as a selection of eggs benedict, American sandwiches with their own unique twist, or farmer’s market omelette ready to set you up for a hard days skiing. Their evening dinner menu is just as good, with a range on offer to try to cater for those with dietary requirements. An assortment of relaxed live music can also keep you entertained whilst you dine – see the website for full live music schedule and menu.

Breckenridge Après Ski

Bars Late Night Clubs and Cafes in Breckenridge

Burke and Riley’s Irish Pub In a prime location, with outstanding views over most of the town, Burke and Riley’s is a fantastic way to drink in the ambience of Breckenridge. At the top of the La Cima Mall at the bottom of town, take in the views whilst enjoying a range of both import and domestic draught and bottled beers, a huge cocktail range with their famous, potent-yet-delicious martinis and selection of whiskeys will keep you entertained for hours. Offering a food menu as well, this establishment has it all.

Cecilia’s Martini Bar One of the premier clubs in Breckenridge, Cecilia’s is a classy establishment with a buzzing vibe. Nightly events make this a vibrant place every day of the week, and an extensive martini menu as well as a variety of other spirits and beers makes for an outstanding night out. One of the main selling points is Cecilia’s very own cigar room, with a huge number of cigars available in their humidor, giving the club a certain something extra not often found at other places. Live DJs keep the party going with some resident DJs as well as frequently getting in guests – keep up to date with who’s playing by visiting the website.

Breckenridge Activites for Non-skiers

Mountain Angler Fishing Despite probably coming up to sample the snow sports on offer in Breck, if you fancy something a little different why not try a winter guided fly fishing trip. The folks at Mountain Angler offer both full and half days wading and walk, allowing you to hone your casting skills in the serenity of the South Platte River, giving you the chance to try something a little different and giving those muscles the all-important break they need. Providing the essential, quality equipment of waders, rods and reels, these guys will show you the best spots, and hopefully ensure a bite or two. Check out their website for more information.

Good Times Adventures Providing you with some of the most sought after activities in mountain resorts for those looking for a break from skiing, Good Times Adventures is sure toad a magical touch to and snow sports holiday. Whether it’s taking out one of their fleet of snow mobiles for a cruise on the 40 miles of groomed trails, or learning how and handling a dog sled on a 6 mile tour of the spectacular scenery. These activities are great for the whole family, and will be memorable for years to come. Check out the website for more information and booking.

Summit Historical Society Being steeped in history as an ex-mining town, Breckenridge has a lot to offer. The Summit Historical Society offers a number of guided tours in and around the town – check out Country Boy Mine gold mine tours, which is the only genuine mine tour in Summit County. Open throughout the winter, this will give you a great background knowledge of the history behind why Breck came into being. If you haven’t got enough of skiing on the slopes, check out the Summit Ski Museum to learn more about the sport that we all love.

Colorado Hot Air Balloon Rides One of the most majestic and breath-taking ways to drink in the spectacular scenery of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Hot Air Balloon Rides will make any holiday memorable. Running throughout the summer, it takes advantage of the warmest months and best visibility, starting early in the morning and providing a wonderful package for each person booked (see website for more details of what is included).

Breckenridge Whitewater Rafting If you’re looking for a white knuckle ride to get that adrenaline pumping, then look no further than a trip down rapids in a white water raft. With a number of rivers to choose from surrounding Breck, these cater for most abilities and can allow for families wanting a quiet trip taking in the scenery, or those looking to crash their way down a canyon. With prices including all equipment and experienced guides, and full day trips including a lunch, there is no reason not to jump on board.

Nova Guides Paintballing Situated at the historic Camp Hale, home of the World War 2 army base which trained soldiers for combat in the Alps, paintballing with Nova Guides is a great team building exercise, family day out or perfect way to blow off steam. With open paintball games held twice a week, including all kit needed and a number of different games, such as Capture the Flag, Elimination and Attack and Defend, this is an exhilarating and enjoyable day out. Open for children aged 8 and over, this is also the perfect activity for families, adding that all important competitive element.

The O2 Lounge Whether you’re feeling the altitude or just want a cozy place to hang out The O2 Lounge has you covered. The O2 Lounge is an Oxygen Bar, Coffee Shop and Internet Café located right on Main St in Breckenridge. 90% Oxygen sessions (with aromatherapy) boost blood Oxygen levels and alleviate the symptoms suffered from high altitude as well as helping recovery from exercise and even jet lag. Come in during your first 24 to 48 hours in town to keep feeling your best. If you like you can even rent an O2 machine or buy a portable O2 can. The O2 Lounge serves Illy coffees, hot chocolate and various smoothies, sodas and snacks in a comfy lounge setting. Internet and printer access is also available for your convenience. Search 'The O2 Lounge' on Facebook and check their website for more information - o2lounge.com

Clothing Food & Souvenir Shops

Breckenridge has well over 200 stores of all kinds to choose from. Boutiques and shops cover everything from sportswear and equipment through jewellery stores, photographic and gift outlets, pharmacy, antique shops, gifts and books and equipment to Native American crafts. The Silverthorne Factory Shopping Outlets off I 70 is also nearby. There are half a dozen art galleries to visit.

Breck Sports The best thing about going with Breck Sports is the accessibility and convenience they afford their customers. With 8 locations throughout the town, it couldn’t be easier picking up your equipment at the start of the week to get straight out onto the slope, and dropping it off as soon as you get off the mountain at the end of the week, without lugging it anywhere out of the way. Not only this, but they pride themselves in being an intensely knowledgeable and experienced team, put down to the variety and notability of the local terrain.

Main Street Sports As a Spyder concept store with one of the most comprehensive collections in the Colorado Rockies, Main Street Sports sells some of the most sought after clothing in skiing on top of renting some of the very best equipment. Their staff are some seriously experienced skiers and boarders, and their friendly, enthusiastic attitude is translated throughout your service, with some handy hints and tips thrown in about the mountain if you ask nicely.

Underground Snowboards With the first freestyle snowboard event in Breckenridge in 1985, Underground Snowboards followed not long after. They are probably the coolest store in town, mainly because of the passion behind the sport that is oozing from the staff – their site invites you to call to make it feel like you have a friend on the mountain. Whilst not renting, if you want to look like you own the slope, then this is definitely the place to go.

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Best Time to Visit Breckenridge

With the town sitting really high up at nearly 3000m above sea level and the average snowfall well over 300 inches a year, it’s no wonder that skiers come from all around throughout the season.

The 2,908 acres of skiable terrain houses 187 runs, and with about 600 acres groomed daily, the diversity on offer is overwhelming. Breck’s lofty height keeps temperatures down and retains the snow throughout the season, with the lifts usually opening at the beginning of November (in European resorts they tend to open a month later) and closing around mid-April.

For the most powder, visit between January and March as this time of year sees the heaviest snowfall. If you prefer milder conditions, ski here in the spring, as the snow usually stays amazing, there’s less wind and you’ll also get a lovely dose of sunshine. We love the buzz of the resort during peak weeks, but if it’s a quieter town and empty slopes you want, see if you can book outside Christmas and New Year.

What's Breckenridge like at Christmas?

With its traditional Victorian architecture providing a classic Dickensian backdrop, Breck won’t fail to deliver a spectacular Christmas. With events throughout December and a variety of seasonal activities, skiing Christmas in Breckenridge will have you wanting to prolong the festive season.
Christmas Ski Holidays

What's Breckenridge like in the New Year?

The buzzing and friendly atmosphere, coupled with the lively après and nightlife, make seeing in the New Year in Breckenridge an unforgettable experience. Events throughout the day make sure all ages are entertained, exquisite restaurants and trendy bars can keep you busy throughout the evening, with the usual spectacular fireworks display captivating the town.
New Year Ski Holidays

What's Breckenridge like in Half-Term?

The resort’s top-quality ski school, typically great conditions and huge ski area make taking a break at half-term in Breckenridge a dream. Couple this with it classically being less busy than many of the European resorts and there’s no question you’ll have a fantastic experience.
Half Term Ski Holidays

What's Breckenridge like at Easter?

Easter in Breckenridge is world-class – with its soaring altitude and loads of sunny days, the customary conditions make for breath-taking skiing. Many exhilarating events held late in the season can keep you busy both on and off the slopes.
Easter Ski Holidays

Breckenridge Snow Conditions

Snow Report, History & Forecast

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Ski Accommodation in Breckenridge

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Having such a friendly atmosphere is just one of the things that makes Breck such a perfect resort for families. Our range of accommodation caters for all ages; the child-friendly hotels often have the option of being catered, meaning you won’t have to touch an oven during the week providing the all-important rest that a holiday should provide. Some hotels also offer childcare services for those too young or not too keen on skiing – you can see which by looking at their individual pages. If your accommodation does not have these facilities, additional childcare can usually be found elsewhere in the resort – Breckenridge Child care has the convenience of three centres at different locations in the resort and will care for your child from the age of 2 months to 5, freeing you to enjoy the more adult things that Breck has to offer. Alternatively, you can use a babysitting service, such as Resort Sitters, meaning you can go and catch a lovely dinner or hit a few bars childfree. Apartments can also be a great option, offering either budget or luxury accommodation. These can allow for eating in if and when preferred, or dining out in one of the various family-friendly restaurants – we love Southridge Seafood Grill, which has a great, very reasonably priced kids menu.

Breckenridge is also well known for its top-quality ski school. With over 50 years of experience and over 600 instructors, they offer lessons from complete novices to experts in groups or 1:1. Whichever you choose, you can be sure that your child is in safe hands whilst you ski wherever you want or sample one of the many bars in town. The variety of green and blue runs on Peak 8 and 9 are perfect for children with a bit of confidence, as well as the Bonanza Park offering small jumps for those that are more daring. For those who don’t fancy the skiing, there are usually family-friendly events throughout the season, especially at peak times such as Christmas, New Year and Easter. Even outside these times, you’ll find loads of activities to keep the whole family entertained, such as tubing and tobogganing in Keystone, swimming or dogsledding.

Breck has long been a favourite among groups, as the sheer scale of the resort offers variety both on and off the mountain. We have an assortment of hotels catering for a range of budgets - larger hotels like ski-in ski-out Beaver Run Resort are much more likely to be able to accommodate bigger groups. These larger hotels usually have additional services and amenities on-site, like bars, cafes and pool, perfect for regrouping and chilling out at the end of the day.

Condos are a great way for groups to holiday. There are a number of benefits of this accommodation, the first being the self-catered nature – this avoids the awkwardness of always looking for a large number of seats in restaurants and means groups can cater for varied tastes. In addition, this can keep costs down, satisfying most budgets. Lastly, condos often have more beds per property than hotel rooms do, such as the Pine Ridge Condos which can sleep up to 8, which is more likely to keep the group closer together than in a hotel.

The surrounding area offers varied terrain for all levels of skier and boarder, with the ski school’s 600 instructors covering all abilities, making sure everyone in the group is provided for. For a group with differing ability levels, head to Peak 8 for a diverse choice of green, blue, black diamond and double diamond. An all-important factor for most groups is the social side, and with Breck’s 76 bars and restaurants, a range of tastes is more than covered. Whether its live music you want, (head to Three20South for a wide variety of live acts), a locals’ favourite (Angel’s Hollow is great for its sun-drenched patio), or simply a range to offer (try Burke and Riley’s for a huge bar menu), you’ll have an amazing night out here. Blue River Bistro is a great place to eat out, with a hugely varied menu of seafood, meat and vegetarian options, as well as featuring gluten-free dishes if any of your party has this dietary requirement. If you’re looking for something a little different to all take part in, check out Mountain Angler Fishing for guided fishing in groups.

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Ski Extras

How much is a ski pass in Breckenridge

Maximum and minimum adult Breckenridge lift pass prices ranged from $474 to $780 for 6 days access to the Breckenridge ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Breckenridge holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.

Lift Tickets Child Adult Senior
1 Day Price $63 - $96 $96 - $147 $86 - $137
6 Day Price $312 - $510 $474 - $780 $414 - $720
Age Range 5 - 12 13 - 64 65+
Breckenridge Packages + Extras

Getting to Breckenridge

Most of our ski holidays to Breckenridge packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Breckenridge from nearby airports

How long does it take to fly to Breckenridge from the UK?

Flights from London take about 9 hours to Denver, Jackson Hole etc.. This table shows approximate transfer times to Breckenridge from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Denver International 137 km 1 hour 30 minutes
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How long is the transfer from nearest United States train station to Breckenridge?

The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Breckenridge transfers.

Station Distance Transfer Time
Denver 137 km 2 hours 17 minutes
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The O2 Lounge If you’re feeling the effects of Breckenridge’s high altitude be sure to visit The O2 Lounge. This Oxygen Bar located on Main St, Breckenridge provides O2 sessions (with aromatherapy) of about 90% Oxygen for 15, 30, or 45 minutes. Sessions boost blood Oxygen levels to alleviate the effects of high altitude such as breathlessness, headaches and trouble sleeping. They're also great for jet lag, recovery from exercise, and even hangovers! Come in during your first 24 to 48 hours in town to ward off altitude sickness. O2 machines are also available to rent and portable O2 cans are available for purchase. The O2 Lounge serves Illy coffees, smoothies, drinks and snacks and has comfy couches, music, TV, and internet/printer access. Look up 'The O2 Lounge' on Facebook! You can also check their website o2lounge.com for more info.

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