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Breckenridge Ski Resort
Breckenridge,The Perfect Mountain Town™.
Nestled high in the Rockies west of Denver, Breckenridge is a massive ski area and one of the state's most popular destinations. Four huge peaks, five terrain parks, four halfpipes, two high-speed six-passenger SuperChairs, a state-of-the-art children’s ski and snowboard school, unparalleled grooming, exciting events and a historic mining town with endless shopping, dining and nightlife. At 9,600 feet, with over 300 days of sunshine and an average of 300 inches of snowfall per year, Breckenridge is the Perfect Mountain Town.
WINTER THRILLS AT EVERY TURN
With four peaks, 2,350 acres of skiing and riding, five terrain parks, four halfpipes, exciting events and a historic mining town offering endless shopping, dining and nightlife, Breckenridge has all the makings for a perfect winter vacation. But the thrills don’t stop there. New this year, the perfect mountain town gets a little more perfect with the addition of Breckenridge’s first gondola. Setting the stage for the Peaks at Breckenridge Village Development on Peak 7 and 8 which will include residences, skier services, lodging, spas, dining, activities and more. The new eight-passenger gondola is expected to be completed by Christmas 2006.
WHERE ADVENTURE IS ALWAYS WELCOME
Whether you want to learn the basics or conquer the most demanding slopes, Breckenridge Ski and Ride School, ranked among the best in the nation, is the perfect fit. With such a welcoming atmosphere, it is no surprise that Breckenridge is home to numerous events and activities throughout the year.
During summer the town and mountain offer music festivals, mountain biking, and other fun activities.Presented below is information on Breckenridge Ski Resort. Select Breckenridge
for complete information about lodging, activities, and sightseeing for the town of Breckenridge.
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Mountain Statistics |
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Skiable Acres: |
2,358 Acres |
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| Vertical Drop: |
3,398 Feet |
| Base Elevation: |
9,600 feet |
| Total Runs: |
152 Runs |
| Terrain: |
Easiest: 15%, More Difficult: 33%, Most Difficult: 52% |
| Lifts: |
4 Surface Lifts, 8 Carpet Lifts, 6 Double Chairs, 1 Triple Chair, 7 High-Speed Quad Chairs, 2 High-Speed Six, 1 Gondola |
| Avg. Snowfall: |
305 Inches |
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Directions |
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From Denver: Take Interstate 70 west to Highway 9 (exit 201). Take Highway 9 south to Breckenridge. Breckenridge is approximately 79 miles from Denver From Eagle Airport: Take Interstate 70 east to the first Frisco exit. Pass through Old Town Frisco to Highway 9. Take Highway 9 (right) south to Breckenridge.
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