Want a guaranteed warm day on the mountain? Skiing in the springtime is one of the best ways to guarantee sunshine weather on the mountain. Not only is the skiing some of the best, but there is also tons of free live music, events, and celebrations around this time of year!

Skiing in 20-degree weather in the middle of January is tough. No matter how many layers you put on the odds of feeling cold are day is significant. However, if you decide to ski in the spring, you are more than likely to be warm and even navigate the mountain better! There is plenty of snowfall this time of year too. The average snowfall during this time is around 60 inches! If you love to ride powder, this is the time to visit. Spend less time warming up in the lodge and more time on the hill!

Ever celebrated Saint Patrick’s day in Breckenridge? Hit up a local pub and get some authentic corn beef and hash! Most pubs and restaurants in Breckenridge have great specials going on and you’re bound to have a good time celebrating this tradition! Burke and Riley’s, as well as Salt Creek, are some of the local’s favorite places to celebrate this holiday. Or, sign up for the 5k race before indulging in all the food and beer.

Ever been to Breckenridge ski resort while the FREE Spring Concert Series is going on? After a day on the hill, ski down to the base of Peak 8 for some fun! The free concert series has tons of fun events going on and a free concert for each weekend during this event!

Oh wait, did you say beer? The annual Spring Beer Festival is also going on during this time of year. Local and domestic beer vendors line up Ridge Street in Breckenridge for unlimited beer! This event also offers live music and a fun theme each year where people dress up, drink beer, and dance! Come out for the event and explore new beers from one of Colorado’s many breweries!

The Rocky Mountains are pristine in the Spring. Call or click below to reserve your Spring getaway to Breckenridge!

Breckenridge Ski Resort

Colorado Ski Country’s accessibility and infrastructure make the state a top spot for skiers and snowboarders. Breckenridge Ski Resort is one of the leading ski areas in the nation.

There are four world-class ski areas located in Summit County and an additional 14 ski areas located within a two-hour drive.

Breckenridge Ski Resort is spread across six peaks and 2,908 acres.
There are 600 acres of trails that are groomed nightly. The latest addition is Peak 6, which offers above-treeline bowl skiing for intermediate skiers and snowboarders. Advanced and expert skiers have plenty of steeps and deeps to choose from, including the Imperial Express, North America’s highest chairlift, The T-Bar which opens up the chutes in the Horseshoe Bowl, E Chair, which offers super steeps, and 6 Chair, where everybody can get together and test their skills. Shredders looking to tear up the park that Breckenridge has to offer, spread over 25 acres and suitable for every skill level.

Hiking

Hiking is one of the most popular sport to enjoy in Breckenridge during every season. Breckenridge has over _____ trails that are easily accessible and not far to get to. Check out our list of favorite Breckenridge trails for all ages, and levels.

  • Carter Park
    • Great trail for all ages. Make it as long or short as you want. Take the switch backs (watch for bikers) or run the steps!
  • Illinois Creek
    • great scenery, coverage from sun and a mild but great hike for the whole family.
  • Moonstone
    • Travel the trails, and up to an open field with a spectacular view of the entire 10 mile range.
  • Baldy Mountain
    • Summit to the top and take in the birds eye views of Breckenridge. This one is for more of the expert hikers so make sure to bring enough water!
  • Boreas Pass
    • Stunning year-round but particuallary in the fall, hike all the way to the continental divide.
  • Mohawk Lake
    • For hikers who are looking for a strenuous hike with unbeatable views.

Fat biking tours in BreckenridgeWhat’s there to do in Breck when the slopes are closed? Well, there are actually endless possibilities. One of our favorite things to do incorporates some of our favorite activities: biking, hiking and drinking! That’s right! Get your drinking shoes on, because the staff at BOB is bringing you the Best of Breck’s boozey tours! Without further ado, we present our top quests to quench all thirsts:

1. RIDDEN offers local fat bike tours daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. all year long! Roll around town and along the scenic Blue River Rec Path on a high performance fat bike while checking out points of interest and Breckenridge history as you make your way to breweries, a distillery, the BreckCreate Arts District and more! Click on the link above to book your tour today!

  • Broken Compass Brewery: Situated 3.5 miles North of downtown, Broken Compass is a local favorite for enjoying tasty brews with friends and family, offering a causal atmosphere with community-style seating. Brewery tours are scheduled on arrival and a taster is included in with the fat bike tour package. Return transportation is provided and the total cost is $59.99.
  • Breckenridge Distillery: This nationally renowned and award-winning distillery offers fun, educational tours on their process from distillation to bottling, opportunities to watch master distillers in action, two tasting rounds which include vodkas, gin, spiced rum, bourbon and bitters. Return transportation is provided and the total cost is $59.99.
  • Art, Food & Wine: Coming Soon! Casually ride through Breckenridge’s historical Arts District and enjoy samples from local eateries as you discover hidden art gems and learn about Breck’s culture and origins.

2. Behind Swinging Doors Saloon Tour runs every Friday at 5 PM and only costs $15 per person. This is a fun and unique way to experience Breck’s notorious nightlife, learn about our town’s mining (and drinking) history and (who could forget) enjoy some libations! For an extra $5, you can get a commemorative Breckenridge Heritage Alliance and Breckenridge Distillery flask, because who doesn’t like a good old road soda? Visit the link above for more information.

3. Distillery Tours are FREE at the Breckenridge Distillery on Airport Road and run daily from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on the hour and half hour. A guide will join you on a walk around the distillery with complimentary tastings of various custom crafted spirits. The Distillery also offers after-hours VIP tours for groups of up to 20 people after 6 p.m. for a private experience and a comprehensive explanation of the company’s history and the science of distilling. You will also receive exclusive opportunities to sample unique products that haven’t been released to the public! Visit the link above for pricing. If you’re looking for something quicker, head to Main Street where they have the Downtown Tasting Room with free samples of all of their award-winning spirits.

4. A Summit County Brewery Tour runs daily at 11:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and starts right at your front door, where the van picks you up as you ride in style on a five to six hour tour chalked full of thirst-quenching craft brews and customized fun for your group at each brewery. Joel Godfrey will chauffer and host you on your journey to each pub and brewery. There’s even a Colorado-themed trivia contest with prizes! For less than $100 per person, you will receive a free pint of beer AND free dining options at each stop along the way. FREE PINT OF BEER of your choice at each brewpub, plus FREE DINING options ranging from appetizers to full lunch platters! Visit their site link above or call them at (970) 468-7777.

When people usually think of Breckenridge, it is primarily as a ski town. But the phrase, “…moved here for the winter and stayed for the summer,” holds a lot of truth. The summer season in the mountains is routinely gorgeous, and there is more to do than you’d think.

Once all the snow is melted (or at least mostly melted), an array of other opportunities to adventure open up. Just name your favorite outdoor hobby and chances are you can find it in Breckenridge. Hiking? Check. Biking? Check, check. Fishing? Of course. Camping? Duh. Off-roading? Yep. You can even get in some boating down the road in the Dillon Reservoir.

Some of the best and most accessible hiking is right in town and around Summit County. Our favorites include:

Mohawk Lakes – This hike winds through some high alpine terrain then scales a granite face while passing mining ruins from the early days of Breckenridge. The hike ends with several high alpine lakes that are ripe for fishing, lounging or just enjoying the views. Wildlife can be encountered as well so please keep your distance.
Peaks Trail – This is a multi-use trail starting at the base of Peak 7 and stretching all the way to Frisco. If you’re in the mood for a day hike with everything from lively creeks to wide-open high alpine meadows to old growth forest, this is the hike for you.
Quandary Peak – This is the closest 14,000’ mountain to Breckenridge and is a great hike for those considering getting into hiking Colorado’s tallest peaks. By no means does that make it a beginner hike. Be sure to wear sunscreen and bring plenty of water. A rain jacket wouldn’t hurt as well considering the weather at that elevation changes extremely rapidly. However, the long uphill hike is worth the price of admission. If you’ve never been on top of a ‘14er’ the views are absolutely spectacular.
biking in BreckenridgeBiking is one of the most popular summer activities in Breckenridge and in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado as a whole. If you’re interested, you should check out one of our previous blogs: Back in the Saddle for all the gory details. A great resource that is cited in that blog is MTB Project. It will let you know the best trails around town and where they’re located.

Golf is a great way to pass the time during the summer and Breckenridge has a world class course with three 9-hole options. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and offers three very different types of golf. The Bear course is a links-style nine hole course that is open. The Elk Course is considered a mountain course with lots of elevation change and challenging natural obstacles. This is the most difficult of the three 9-hole options. Then, the Beaver Course is a combination of the other two and is unique and fun with slight elevation changes and a challenging layout.

If you’re more of an off-road enthusiast, Breckenridge and the surrounding areas offer great trails and stunning views from the tops of Peak 10 as well as access to several alpine lakes around the area. Most of these trails require four-wheel drive and a good amount of clearance and are not recommended for a passenger car. They can also be covered in snow early in the summer as it takes a month or two for the snow to truly melt away.

So, regardless of your leanings when it comes to summer outdoor adventures, chances are that Breckenridge has something to offer. Come see what it’s all about here in the high country of Colorado!