Breckenridge ski resort
Snow Range
2,926-3,914m
Resort Quote
experience the highest lift in North America at 12,840 ft
Intro
Breckenridge, known for snow, service and sunshine, is the No.1 USA resort for British skiers. Dating back 150 years, Breckenridge has maintained its 'Old West' charm of the gold mining era with the colourful Main Street having great après-ski, plenty of character and a fun and friendly atmosphere. The ski area is unbelievable and the highest area in Colorado, making Breckenridge very snow sure. Added to this is the chance to ski another four top resorts on the lift pass, Breckenridge is a great choice for the perfect Colorado ski holiday.
Top Offers
4* Beaver Run Resort, Breckenridge: Book by 01 Nov: Pay 6 nights get 7, pay 7 get 10 & pay 10 get 14
3* Tannhauser Condos, Breckenridge: Book by 29 Oct: 10% off accommodation. PLUS pay 9 nights get 10 & pay 12 get 14.
- the experience
- the slopes Breckenridge snowboarding
- Breckenridge lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Breckenridge
The experience
Breckenridge Nightlife
Terrific choice and great value - let the good times roll! · The Brewery, Downstairs at Eric's, Mi Casa and Bubba Gumps
Activities
· Snowmobiling · Sleigh rides · Ice skating · Snowshoe tours · Cross-country skiing · Aerobics · Dog sledding · Racquet Ball · Weights · Indoor Tennis · Snowboarding · Night skiing in Keystone
Eating out in Breckenridge
Over 100 wonderful restaurants and bars in colourful downtown Breckenridge! Prices start from US$10 for a good main course.
· South Ridge, Hearthstone, Mi Casa, Steak and Rib, Blue River and Briar Rose
Other amenities
· Superb shopping, with T-shirts galore, Western arts and crafts, Colorado clothing and ski-wear · Massage · Video rentals · Massive sports and recreation centre · Discount factory outlet shopping at nearby Silverthorne
Resort features
- Green resort
Transfer time
Denver: 2 hrs
Coach transfer included, car hire or private transfers available at a supplement.
The slopes
Ski Information Beginners
The excellent friendly ski school offer beginners a great start. The gently nursery slopes by the Quicksilver lift or at the base of Peak 8 will soon boost confidence to enjoy the abundance of easy green and blue runs.
Ski Information Intermediates
The highest resort in America with its huge, snow-sure ski area right behind the village. Using the high speed Beaver Run chairlift, you will be negotiating Peak 9 in no time at all, and from there, the mountains open up for a tremendous skiing adventure across all 4 mountain peaks.
Ski Information Advanced
With runs like 'Psychopath' and 'Boneyard' in the fantastic snow bowls of Peak 8, serious skiers just keep coming back. For the really extreme don't miss the Lake Chutes and Whale's Tail. The possibilities seem endless on the Ten Mile Range of Peaks 8, 9 and 10, with moguls and double diamond black runs galore.
Ski Information Snowboarding
Offering one of the biggest snowboarding parks in the US. The area has two state of the art board parks and a well shaped half-pipe.
Slope facts
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Total Kms of Piste
2358 acres
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Number of Lifts
30
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Snow Cannons
565 acres covered
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Longest Run
5.6kms
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Mountain Restaurants
7
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Cross-country
45kms
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Snow Range
2,926-3,914m
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Resort Height:
2,926m (9,600ft)
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| Adult 13+ | 6 days | Extra day* |
| Low season | £201 | £26 |
| Peak season | £335 | £56 |
| High season | £253 | £2 |
| Mid season | £201 | £6 |
| Value season | £129 | £0 |
| Child (5-12 years) | 6 days | Extra day* |
| Low season | £123 | £19 |
| Peak season | £164 | £27 |
| High season | £136 | £19 |
| Mid season | £130 | £6 |
| Value season | £129 | £0 |
Low season: 01/12-19/12
Peak season: 20/12-02/01
High season: 03/01-17/02 & 18/02-09/04
Mid season: 28/03-09/04
Value season: 10/04-25/04
Photo required for lift pass? No
Are lift passes for consecutive days? No, 3 day break 5-14 days
Lift pass coverage: All lifts in Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin plus use for half the days in Vail or Beaver Creek.
Ski/Board Tuition
Adult Full Day Lessons (14+years)
| 1 Day | 3 Days | 5 Days | |
| Full Day Lesson | £75 | £164 | £273 |
Snow Savers
• EPIC SEASON PASS: Adult £389 - Child £194
A season pass with unlimited skiing in 2010/11 for Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe. Book by 15 Nov.
• Epic 7-Pack: Adult £292 - Child £142
7 days, unrestricted access for Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe. Book by 15 Nov.
• Summit Season Pass: Adult (19+ yrs) £266 Youth (13-18 yrs) £207 Child (5-12 yrs) £136
A season pass with unlimited skiing in 2010/11 for Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin. Book by 15 Nov.
• Kids Rent Free – one child aged 12 and under will receive hire per paying adult
• Kids Ski Free – aged 4 and under
Please note all offers are only available when you pre-book before travel. Epic & Summit Pass available for a limited time only.
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| Adult 13+ | 6 days | Extra day |
| Skis | £94 | £16 |
| Skis & boots | £97 | £16 |
| Superior skis | £101 | £17 |
| Superior skis & boots | £109 | £18 |
| Snowboard & boots | £101 | £17 |
| Child (13 & under) | ||
| Skis & boots | £62 | £10 |
| Superior skis & boots | £70 | £12 |
Snow Savers
• EPIC SEASON PASS: Adult £389 - Child £194
A season pass with unlimited skiing in 2010/11 for Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe. Book by 15 Nov.
• Epic 7-Pack: Adult £292 - Child £142
7 days, unrestricted access for Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe. Book by 15 Nov.
• Summit Season Pass: Adult (19+ yrs) £266 Youth (13-18 yrs) £207 Child (5-12 yrs) £136
A season pass with unlimited skiing in 2010/11 for Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin. Book by 15 Nov.
• Kids Rent Free – one child aged 12 and under will receive hire per paying adult
• Kids Ski Free – aged 4 and under
Please note all offers are only available when you pre-book before travel. Epic & Summit Pass available for a limited time only.
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.
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