Weâre so happy youâre making the trip to celebrate with us, and we hope you get to enjoy a little mountain adventure while youâre here! August is the best time to be in the mountainsâwarm during the day, cool at night, and perfect for getting outside or relaxing in town.
* Drink waterâFrisco is over 9,000 feet up, so staying hydrated is key! * Sunscreen is your friend, even if itâs cloudy. * Pack layersâtemps drop fast in the evenings, even in August.
- Butterhorn Bakery â Amazing pastries, sandwiches, and coffee. - Abbeyâs Coffee â Cozy cafĂŠ with great espresso and mountain vibes. - Mountain Dweller Coffee â Trendy spot with excellent drinks and a quiet workspace. - Bread + Salt â Great brunch spot. - Outer Range Brewing Co. â Great beer, beautiful view, rotating food trucks. - Pure Kitchen â Organic, modern American. - Tacos + Tequilas â Trendy taco spot with craft cocktails. -Higgles Ice Cream â Small-batch, homemade ice cream with fun seasonal flavors.
Friscoâs Main Street has cute shops, great coffee spots, and lots of mountain-town charm.
Lily Pad Lake Trail â An easy, scenic hike through the woods to a peaceful lake. Great for kids and first-time hikers. Dillon Reservoir â Rent a paddleboard, kayak, or pontoon boat from the Frisco or Dillon marina, or just enjoy a lakeside picnic. Summit County Rec Path â A paved trail connecting Frisco to Dillon, Silverthorne, and Breck. Rent bikes and cruise with mountain views all around.
Silverthorne (10 minutes from Frisco) -Blue River Trailâ A scenic riverside path thatâs perfect for walking or biking. -Angry James Brewery â Laid-back brewery with local beer and often live music. -Sauce on the Blueâ Cozy Italian spot right by the river (sit on the patio if the weatherâs nice!). -Red Buffalo CafĂŠâ Great local coffee shop right by the river. - Outlets at Silverthorne â A scenic, open-air outlet mall right along the Blue River. Breckenridge (15-20 minutes from Frisco) -Main Street Breck â Classic ski town with tons of shops, bars, and restaurants. -BreckConnect Gondola â Scenic gondola ride from town up to the mountain base. -Isak Heartstone â A giant wooden troll sculpture hidden on a short trail near town. -Blue River Plazaâ In the middle of town with a river, lawn games, and space to hang out. -The Crown â Cozy coffee shop in the heart of town with great lattes and snacks. -Breckenridge Brewery or Breck Distillery â Great food and drinks in a fun setting.