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Summer Activities In Breckenridge, Colorado
Breckenridge has a wide variety of summer activities both at the resort and around town. The beautiful weather and scenery coupled with tons of stuff to do, makes Breck and excellent summer vacation destination. Located about 9 miles south of Interstate 70 on the other side of Frisco and Lake Dillon,
Breckenridge is a great ski town with lots of character and the most amenities and attractions of any town in Summit County. Below is a guide to help you manage you time while in Breck. It will allow you to think about all of the possible activities at your disposal and then maybe you can make a mental itinerary so you are more prepared upon arrival.
There are almost unlimited options for outdoor recreation in the area surrounding Breckenridge. Mountain biking is one of the most popular summertime activities. Breckenridge Ski Resort offers a large amount of trails. The trails are designed to satisfy the needs of users of all skill levels.
The terrain can also be accessed by lift via the Colorado Superchair on Peak 8. Peak 8 also has trails maps and bike rentals available. The Colorado Superchair is the highest ski lift in North America and it takes you almost to the true summit of the peak. Hikers and visitors that want to ride up and enjoy the fantastic views and then ride back to town can also use it.
There are also hundreds of lakes, streams, and rivers in the area that make it a fantastic place for fly fisherman to spend their time. Most of these bodies of water are in the surrounding areas of Arapahoe National Forest and several wilderness areas.
All of these protected areas along the ten-mile mountain range also provide backcountry users with tones of trails for hiking, backpacking, and horseback riding. People with an interest in horseback riding can also organize a ride through the stables on Peak 9. This stable offers a 90-minute ride on the “Breckenridge Trail” and daily breakfast rides.
The ski area does a great job at providing all sorts of activities that are fun for families. Most of these activities appeal to kids and some to the rest of their family as well.
The Superslide is a famous activity at Breck that is very exciting. It is a large slide, which you ride down on sleds, similar to the luge. Sleds hold one adult and a can also hold a small child. There are multiple courses including a giant slalom with multiple dips.
There is also Superputt, a twisty, challenging, mini-golf course with great views of the mountains. Amaze’n Breckenridge is another way for kids to get some hands-on fun by trying to negotiate this life size maze. The maze has two levels and participants get the extra challenge of trying to beat the clock.
Next, the Sky Fly Power Trampoline is a trampoline with attitude. Users are harnessed in and attached to bungee cords. This allows them to bounce, launch, and flip up to 25 feet in the air. Breck also has six Zip Lines. These allow you to fly over the mountain terrain at different distances and difficulty levels. The Spin Cycle allows you to be inside a gyroscope and your body spins in multiple directions at high speeds.
There is also the inflatable Bounce House, home to bouncing and screaming kids at all times. There is even a Children’s Center that provides snacks, lunch, supervision, and childcare for infants and toddlers.
The town of Breckenridge has several other activities to choose from in the area. The Breckenridge and Keystone Golf Clubs provide a total of 72 holes of quality golf. The three different courses provide variety ranging from Jack Nicklaus designed to Scottish links-style.
Whitewater rafting is also available on the Arkansas River in Buena Vista. The river is about an hour away and companies will provide transport along with a trip and lunch. Trip options range form class II rapids to class V. This will depend on what you want, participant’s ages, conditions, and experience levels.
Breckenridge Recreation Center provides a comprehensive recreation center and ice rink facilities. This can be a great place to spend some time on a bad weather day, after-hours, or just when in the mood for some good old-fashioned exercise.
Breckenridge also has plenty of periodic cultural events. There is a small arts district on Washington Avenue and South Ridge St. This area even has a theatre with performances and a film festival each year.
Breckenridge Music Festival happens each year at Riverwalk Center on the weekends from Jun until August. Summit Historical Tours is another option. They provide experienced tour guides to educate visitors about one of the states largest historical districts. There is also the Edwin Carter Museum, which is one of the oldest museums in the state.
Breckenridge is an awesome place to come in the summer because of the huge amount and variety of activities. There is truly something for everyone and it is easy to take advantage because town is much quieter and more relaxing in the summer months. When you come to Breckenridge with family, friends, or by yourself, chances are you will have so much fun that you will want to return for a winter vacation as well!
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