BRECKENRIDGE VACATION RENTALS, COLORADO

Ranked third in size among Colorado’s ski resorts, the Breckenridge ski resort is spread across four majestic mountains and offers plenty of terrain to skiers of all levels. Situated at an elevation of 12, 998 feet, Peak 8 is the highest among the four peaks and has the greatest variety. If you are a novice or a skier of an intermediate level then Peak 9 is the mountain for you while Peak 10 served by a single high-speed quad chair is ideal for advance skiers. Peak 7 is a double black-diamond challenge on over 1,200 feet of vertical. The resort has 2,208 acres of area that can be skied on with 15% terrain for beginners, 33% for intermediate level and 52% for expert and advance levels.

Lift tickets during peak season can cost up to $71 for adults, $35 for children between the age of 5 and 12, $61 for seniors and it is free for children under the age of 4 and for seniors 70 and older. Since Breckenridge and Keystone ski areas are now part of Vail Resorts, the tickets purchased here can also be used at Keystone and Arapahoe Basin and multi-day tickets for 3 or more days are also valid at Vail and Beaver Creek.

Besides indulging in ski you can also enjoy a host of other winter sport activities such as skating, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and sledding. Waltz on ice alone or with your family at Maggie Pond which is located at the Breckenridge base area and offers a magical outdoor experience. Stephen C. West Arena is another place that is open year round and offers various skating activities. Snow-shoeing and cross country skiing can also be enjoyed at the Nordic Skiing and Snowshoe Center.

The backwoods of Summit County give hikers plenty of reasons to explore this region. So leave the cozy comforts of your Breckenridge condo and get out into the woods. Take your pick from a variety of trails that range from easy walking tour, which you can enjoy with your family to strenuous up-hill climbing that requires you to have excellent hiking skills.  

The trek to Black Powder Pass, Lily Pad, Loveland Pass and St. John’s are some of the trails for beginners. Black Powder Pass and Loveland Pass are perfect for alpine skiing and offer majestic views of the surroundings. Breathe in pure air and feel the magic of nature’s bounty as you navigate your way through the Lily Pad trail and St. John’s trail. 

Those who want to tackle a more challenging hike can take the Mohawk Lake Trail, which is approx. 7 miles round trip and a bit more strenuous but worth it as you pass by beautiful waterfalls, historic ruins and scenic vistas. Advanced hikers can tackle the Quandary Peak, which is located south of Breckenridge and is guaranteed to provide an exhilarating experience for all those who dare to conquer its summit.

Breckenridge is not only a skier’s delight as it also promises anglers a good time too. With thousands of miles of streams and rivers, ten major reservoirs and innumerable glacial lakes and these within an hour’s drive of Breckenridge – it won’t be a mistake to say anglers will have jolly good time fishing. South Platte, Arkansas, Eagle, Colorado and Blue are some of the most known rivers for fishing while for lake fishing, Dillon Reservoir and Spinney Mountain Reservoir are the ideal spots. Blue River Angler, Mountain Angler and Breckenridge Outfitters, Inc. are some of the outfitters that provide fishing tours and any specific information regarding to fishing.