Photo: Something Original / CC0About Breckenridge
Breckenridge is a ski resort in Colorado. It offers 3,398 feet of vertical drop, 2,908 skiable acres, 187 marked runs, served by 35 lifts, with an average of about 355" of snow a year. Breckenridge opened on December 16, 1961. The original resort centered on Peak 8 with a double chair and a small number of runs. Breck spans five peaks and reports 40% of its acreage above treeline. It says it became the first major Colorado resort to welcome snowboarders in 1984.
Why Visit Breckenridge?
- 187 runs with 3,399ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 355"
- 2,908 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 35 lifts including gondola, chairlift, surface
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Breckenridge, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
12,999ft
Summit Elevation
3,962m
9,600ft
Base Elevation
2,926m
3,399ft
Vertical Drop
1,036m
2,908 acres
Skiable Area
1,176.83 ha
187
Total Runs
3.5mi
Longest Run
5.6km
35
Lifts
355"
Avg. Snowfall
902cm annually
How Breckenridge compares
Terrain Breakdown
11%
31%
58%
●Beginner
11% of trails
■Intermediate
31% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
58% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayNovember 7, 2025
Closing DayMay 25, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Breckenridge
By Car
Breckenridge is in Colorado, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude39.4817
Longitude-106.0384
RegionColorado, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Breckenridge trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Breckenridge averages 355" of snowfall a year.
Breckenridge rates 11% of its terrain as beginner, across 187 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Breckenridge averages 355" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 12,999 ft.
Breckenridge is located in Colorado, USA. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 39.4817, -106.0384.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Breckenridge, plus any places we've researched.
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