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Breckenridge Ski Resort Guide

Breckenridge, United States

Rated: 5/5 (from 6 ratings)

Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Highest Lift3,960m12,992ft
Resort Height2,930m9,613ft
 Nearest AirportsVail/Eagle and Denver International
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Breckenridge

The ski area of Breckenridge is in the American Rockies at an altitude of 2,930m9,613ft.

Summary

Breckenridge has direct access to 139 marked pistes, served by a total of 23 ski lifts.

The ski resort itself is at 2,930m9,613ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,960m12,992ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

Skiing

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Snowboarding

Breckenridge is very highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Breckenridge.

Notable Ski Runs

The most difficult run is the 'Lake Chutes'.

Snow and Weather

When will it snow in Breckenridge?

The next notable snow forecast is 3cm1in, expected on 16 December.

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Ski Area Stats

Breckenridge Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
80
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
50
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
22
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
23

Altitudes & Slopes

Breckenridge Ski Area Heights

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,960m12,992ft
Lowest Piste2,930m9,613ft
Resort Altitude (Breckenridge)2,930m9,613ft
Max Vertical1,030m3,379ft

Ski Slope Aspects

NE

Breckenridge has ski slopes facing north-east (good for keeping the snow).

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Breckenridge
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Location and Map

Where is Breckenridge?

This ski resort is in the American Rockies in Stanley, Colorado.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Breckenridge is Vail/Eagle, 85 minutes drive away.

Denver International, Dallas Fort Worth, Steamboat Springs, Franklin, Colorado Springs, Detroit Metro, Aspen, Yampa Valley and Gunnison-Crested Butte airports are all within three hours drive.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 23 ski lifts are able to uplift 36,680 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Season Dates

When is Breckenridge open?

 Opened (since November 8, 2024).

Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Late April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Piste Map

Breckenridge Piste Map
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