Breckenridge is the most popular American resort for British skiers and it is easy to understand why. Very high, snow-sure skiing across four peaks offers a very wide choice for every level of skier.
TRANSFER TIME -
Denver (2 1/2 hrs)
FRONTIER SUGGESTS -
- Split your holiday with a stay in Vail or Beaver Creek
- Take a 2 hour transfer for a multi ski resort holiday and ski Aspen.
On The Slopes
Off The Slopes
The trails down to the base of Peak 9 have to be some of the widest, easiest gradient runs anywhere and are ideal for novice skiers. If cruising is your thing, the intermediate blues on Peaks 8 and 9 will provide endless entertainment as will the long, undulating runs down to the Peak 7 base. For more adventure, take the Imperial Express Superchair (12,840ft. at the top and the highest ski lift in the northern hemisphere), to access ungroomed powder and bowls or the steeps to be found at the Lake Chutes – experts only. This is former gold mining country and many of the trails – Gold King, Briar Rose, Pioneer – hark back to that heritage.
BRECKENRIDGE TERRAIN CLASSIFICATION • Easiest: 14%:
Breckenridge boasts some of the best learning terrain anywhere. Skiers and riders will find most beginner trails located off Chair 7 on Peak 8, including a portion of the 3.5 mile Four O' Clock run, the longest trail at Breckenridge a great choice of long, easy gradient trails to be found off the Quicksilver Super Six chair on Peak 9.
• More Difficult: 31%:
An intermediate's paradise, Peak 7 is home to seven new gently rolling more difficult runs, accessed by a six-passenger SuperChair. Undoubtedly the local's favorite, Claimjumper is located on Peak 8 in addition to Northstar and Crescendo. Two high-speed SuperChairs on Peak 9 access more than ten intermediate trails for non-stop skiing and riding.
• Most Difficult: 19%: Duke's Run on Peak 8 offers a winning combination of both bumps and groomed terrain. Take the T-Bar up to Pika, Ptarmigan, White Crown and Forget-Me-Not for wide-open bowls and stunning views. Peak 9's Peerless is a great place to learn how to master the bumps, while bump masters will appreciate 6-Chair, especially on a powder day. A quick ride up the Falcon SuperChair on Peak 10 wisks skiers and riders to three advanced intermediate groomers, steep and deep bump runs, and the legendary glades of The Burn.
• Expert: 36%:
Peak 7 offers vast steep terrain without the trees at a 45-degree pitch. On Peak 8, the experienced skier and rider can enjoy amazing alpine vistas from atop Horseshoe Bowl (lift access) or Imperial Bowl at 12,998 ft via the new highest lift in North America! Hike to Lake Chutes for a 55 degree pitch (extreme terrain), between 10 and 80 feet of cornice, rocks to jump and of course, fresh tracks. Peak 9 features tree skiing at it's best. The Windows is an easy hike (anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes depending on a skier or rider's speed) from the Patrol Hut atop Peak 9. The South Side of Peak 10 sports big fat bumps, hidden kickers and glades - all without seeing another soul (or at least many)
This is a real town not a purpose built ski resort. It came to fame back in the 1860s in the gold mining boom and some of the architecture dates back to that time. The Gold Pan Saloon is the longest serving bar west of the Mississippi. Main Street is a National Historic District and now these older buildings are carefully preserved. There is a great choice of bars and restaurants to be found in the Main Street area as well as a large selection of sports, clothing and jewellery retailers. If they do not satisfy your needs, take the free bus service to Silverthorne where around 100 Factory Outlets shops await with bargains for all.
Breckenridge ski resort is a great place for a skiing holiday!
