Things To Do
Stroll down Main Street and along the Blue River
Enjoy the abundant shops and restaurants along Main St in Breckenridge - a short walk from all recommended hotels. There is also a path along the Blue River (just behind the shops) for a peaceful walk.
Discover Breck’s Mining History
Breckenridge has a fascinating history as an old mining town. Learn more about its past through walking tours of town, check out some of the saloons on Main Street, tour the Country Boy Mine, or walk the Iowa Hill Trail nearby. This trail is less than a mile long and showcases many old mining artifacts.
BreckConnect Gondola
The gondola is free and runs from 9am-5:30pm (last load at 5pm) during the summer months. It’s a great way to get the mountain views from the sky. Be sure to keep your eye out for moose which are often spotted below!
Breckenridge Stables
Explore the beautiful Ten Mile range via horseback. There’s miles of trails to ride if you’d prefer to ride than walk. Yeehaw!
Mountain Adventures
You’re in the Colorado mountains so take full advantage! There are hundreds of outdoor activities around the area and some of our favorites are below: Hiking - There are so many beautiful trails around Breck. Mohawk Lakes and McCullough Gulch are popular and a bit longer. If you want something shorter, check out Sapphire Point or Blue River Trail. Bike rentals - eBike through town, take the gondola up to find some great mountain biking trails on the ski runs, or take the bus up and cruise down Vail Pass for some stunning views. Paddle boarding - Charter Sports rents paddle boards by the hour for you to use on Maggie Lake. White water rafting - Brown’s Canyon is a popular spot for Class III-IV rapids. Peak 8 Adventure Park - Take the BreckConnect Gondola up to an Alpine Coaster, ropes course, and more. We are so excited for you to spend the weekend with us in one of our favorite places - the mountains - so don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any specific recommendations!
Feeling Extra Adventurous? Hike a 14er - Quandary Peak!
Quandary Peak is an excellent entry point into hiking 14ers. By no means does that make it an easy hike. The hike is 6.3 miles and you will gain over 3,000 feet of elevation during the climb. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Breckenridge.
Breckenridge Brewery and Pub
One of our favorite spots in the area. Great beer, great food, and a great patio with mountain views - what more could you ask for!
Breckenridge Distillery Restaurant
The Breckenridge Distillery is one of our favorite spots to grab a drink in the area. They do tours and tastings on the weekends if you make a reservation in advance. Be sure to try the Breckenridge Bourbon (Charley’s favorite) and the Espresso Vodka (Brooke’s favorite)! P.S. If you’re looking for something walking distance from town, they also have a tasting room on Main Street.
Tin Plate Pizza
Delicious pizza spot near downtown Breck!
The Crown
Great coffee shop on Main Street with breakfast, baked goods, and gelato
Rootstalk Breckenridge
Fine dining American restaurant if anyone needs a yummy Friday night dinner