Set off on a high-alpine summer adventure at Breckenridge CO, where scenic chairlift rides, mountaintop activities, hiking, and biking invite exploration.
Perched above a lively and historic mountain town, Breck delivers year-round excitement paired with over 200 restaurants, bars, and shops that define its charming downtown. Hop aboard the complimentary BreckConnect Gondola to Peak 8 and step into a mountain playground, where summer fun awaits at every turn.
A full tip sheet for Breckenridge is available here.
- Summer Operations: through Sept. 1
- Where to Stay: Gravity Haus Breckenridge, One Ski Hill Place, a RockResort, Mountain Thunder Lodge
- 2025 Summer News:
- Signature Hiking/Biking – Take in the high alpine scenery on foot or two wheels with summer trails designated for every kind of hiker or mountain biker. For a signature high alpine hike, check out the Horseshoe Bowl Loop trail, easily accessed from the top of the Colorado SuperChair. In July, almost every trail promises a variety of native and colorful wildflowers. Explore your options for adventure: Breck Summer Trail Map.
- Summertime Above Treeline –The summer fun starts at Peak 8 Base Camp, accessible via the free BreckConnect Gondola, and offers a hub of summer activities, including:
- The Alpine Slide: Everyone’s favorite summer activity is back in action this summer. Control the speed of your cart as you race down berms, turn,s and straightaways with three exhilarating 2,600-foot-long slides.
- Gold Runner Coaster: Race down the mountain, hitting speeds of up to 25 MPH on 2,500 feet of elevated coaster track as you wind through the forest. Ride single or with a friend.
- Mini Golf: Putt for fun or a hole-in-one on this scenic 18-hole miniature golf course.
- Gemstone Panning: The history of the gold rush comes alive at Peak 8 Base Camp. Pan for gems in this interactive sluice and take home your finds.
- Alpine Camp – Located at more than 11,000 feet above sea level, and accessed by a scenic ride on the Colorado SuperChair, Alpine Camp is the heart of Breck’s high alpine adventure activities.
- Alpineer Challenge Course: Test out your balance and agility on one of 15 different challenges, including swinging logs, rope features, cargo nets and bridges.
- Gold Summit Climbing Wall: The 40-foot-tall climbing wall offers 16 distinct routes to challenge all ability levels, from beginner and advanced climbers.
- Interpretive Hiking Loop: Less than 1 mile, this gentle walking trail includes “Story Stakes” with photos, fun facts and interactive activities about the environment and wildlife at Breckenridge Ski Resort.