Skip links

Breckenridge, CO

About Breckenridge

Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains’ Tenmile Range is the historic small town of Breckenridge.

Breckenridge is considered one of the prettiest towns in the USA, and it is easy to see why by merely wandering down Main Street. Over 200 buildings have been preserved since the mining era over 150 years ago, and the Victorian architecture makes for a stunning photo.

Downtown is more than just a pretty picture; Main Street has a wide selection of cafes, restaurants, and specialty stores for you to enjoy.

Beyond downtown, Breckenridge features an endless array of outdoor activities for every season: In winter, you can hit the slopes at the Breckenridge Ski Resort; In spring, try your hand at fat tire biking; In summer, you hike the hundreds of miles of trails around Breckenridge; Lastly, in fall you can enjoy the changing of the leaves with a drive along Bores Pass Road.

No matter who you are, there is something for everyone in Breckenridge.

A Crisp Rocky Mountain Lake Near Breckenridge Colorado from Tumbleweed Travel
Alpenglow hitting the peaks of Grays and Torreys beyond the Frisco Bay Marina in Frisco Colorado. from Tumbleweed Travel
Breckenridge Town in Summit County in Colorado United States. Breckenridge Late Spring Panorama. from Tumbleweed Travel
Sillon Silverthrone lake colorado from Tumbleweed Travel

Highlights

  • Take a selfie with Isak Heartstone
  • the Breckenridge Troll
  • Go on a mine
  • ghost
  • or historical tour
  • Whisk through the snow on a dog-sled tour
  • Attend one of Breckenridge’s unique festivals like Ullr Fest

Info

Type: Town

Season: Summer, Fall

Climate: Mountains

Airport(s): Denver

Related Breckenridge Road Trips