Breckenridge
Type of Area
Town
State
CO
Address
Timezone
MST
Elevation
9,600 ft (2,926 m)
Population (Est.)
4,863
Nickname
Breck
Key Features
Elevation
9,600 ft (2,926 m)
Population (Est.)
4,863
Nickname
Breck
Best Seasons to Visit
Summer, Winter, Fall
Overview
A historic mining town turned year-round alpine playground, where high-altitude adventure meets Main Street charm and mountain-town soul.
Getting Around
Getting Around
Ride the free bus, hop the free gondola, or walk and bike across the small town to reach shops and the slopes fast. For longer trips, use free hotel shuttles or the Summit Stage county bus, or book a taxi, Uber, or private car.
History & Culture
History & Culture
You step into Breckenridge where Ute families once followed elk along the Blue River, miners struck gold in 1859 and dug up the 13.5-pound “Tom’s Baby” nugget, and new rail lines turned the rough camp into a busy town. After the gold faded, ski lifts, the BreckConnect Gondola, and festivals like Ullr Fest reshaped the place nicknamed the “Kingdom of Breckenridge” into the relaxed mountain playground where you bike, hike, shop, and carve fresh snow today.
Local Tips
Local Tips
Hydrate, take your first day gently and wear sunscreen at Breckenridge’s 9,600-ft altitude, ride the free FreeRide and Summit Stage buses instead of driving, and embrace the Leave No Trace pledge to keep the mountains pristine.