Please Note that due to COVID-19, not everything on this page may be available.  We recommend calling businesses to find out what they are offering during the current times.  We are also recommending to checkout www.gobreck.com as they are updating their website frequently with events and things to do in town!

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• Fly Fishing: Colorado trout are a bit different than anywhere else making the fly fishing in and around Breck slightly more difficult. Go talk to Breckenridge Outfitters to see what’s biting where and string up that rod for an incredible day in Colorado.  970-453-4135

• Hiking: There are many beautiful hikes in and near Breckenridge.  We have listed a few favorites on our Hiking page on this website.  There are also guided hikes if you are interested in something like that!

• Mountain Biking: There are a hundred plus trails in Breckenridge. Download the "MTB Project" App to help with trails while you're here. It's got difficulty ratings, directions to trailheads, pictures, trail reports, etc. It's really awesome!  Mountain biking can be intimidating so starting off like you would skiing is a great call. Take a lesson from a mountain bike guide to hone your skills, try a new trail, or just learn what Breck mountain can offer you.  

• Trail Running: Tons of trails to run on here!  If you want any recommendations just let us know!

• Coast your Bikes down Vail Pass!!!  Get dropped off at the top of Vail Pass and cruise downhill 12 miles back to Frisco or you can ride all the way back to Breck!  

  • Mountain Wave has a great shuttle service.  Give them a shout! 970-453-8305 http://www.mountainwave.com/services/ 

• Bike Tours:

  • Call Breck Bike Guides for rentals and a mountain bike tour! (970) 393-9000​

  • Ridden (970) 453-2055 (Rentals and brew tours)

  • Mountain Wave (970) 453-8305 (Rentals and Vail Pass Shuttle)

• Golfing: Breckenridge Gold Club - 970-453-9104

• Escape Rooms:

  • Escape Room Breckenridge - 303-562-4614​ https://www.escaperoombreckenridge.com/

  • Mountain Time - 970-423-6556  https://www.mountaintimeescaperooms.com/

  • Real & Wild - 970-919-0453 https://www.realandwildentertainment.com/

• Taking in the Views: Head up Baldy Road on Bald Mountain, where you’ll find great hiking trails and easy access. Check out some of the scenic trails on Boreas Pass while you are over there

• Family Biking: Get the family together and take a scenic bike ride from Breckenridge to Frisco on the bike path.

• Horseback Riding

  • American Safari Ranch - 719-836-2700​ http://americansafariranch.com/

  • Breck Stables - 970-453-4438  http://breckstables.com/

  • Rusty Spurr Ranch - 970-468-4732 http://www.rustyspurr.com/

• Road Biking:  Your road bike can take you anywhere. Hit the road and head toward Swan Mountain Road for a steep climb to Sapphire point or if you prefer, you can stay on the bike path and ride all the way to Vail!

• Downhill Biking: You can do plenty of mountain biking in Breckenridge without having to go on the resort.  However, if you are interested in just the downhill part, you can take the chairlift up with your bike and ride down.   

• Jeep/ATV/Razor Rentals and Tours: 

  • Elk Mountain Adventures - 970-485-0318​ (Razor Tours) http://www.elkmountainadventures.com/

  • Mountain High Rentals - 970-468-6858 (Jeep Rentals) http://www.mountainhighrentals.com

  • Nova Guides - 719-486-2656 (ATV/Jeep Rentals and Tours) http://www.novaguides.com/

  • South Park ATV - 719-836-3442 (ATV Rentals) http://southparkatv.com

• Ice-Skating: Stephen West Ice Arena - 970-547-9974 http://www.breckenridgerecreation.com/locations/stephen-c-west-ice-arena 

• Summer Dogsledding:  That's right!  They have summer dogsledding.  

• Whitewater Rafting:

  • Adventure Company: 800-497-7238​ http://www.theadventurecompany.com/

  • Browns Canyon Rafting: 719-275-2890 https://raftbrownscanyon.com/

  • Good Times Rafting: 719-395-4200 https://www.goodtimesrafting.com/ 

  • KODI Rafting: 970-668-1548 http://www.whitewatercolorado.com/

  • Performance Tours: 800-328-7238 https://performancetours.com/

• Skateboarding: The Breckenridge Skate Park was completely renovated in October 2014, expanding to a .4 acre with an 11-foot bowl and other features for skaters of all levels.  New features include a snake run, beginner bowl, advanced bowl and skateable historic mine cart. Youth and adults are welcome to use the park for free during daylight hours. Several competitions are held throughout the summer months at the Park. The Skateboard Park is open seasonally as conditions permit.  http://www.breckenridgerecreation.com/locations/breckenridge-recreation-center/breckenridge-skate-park 

• Happy Hour:  Some of our favorite Happy hours are Southridge Seafood (Best outdoor seating!!!!), The Briar Rose, Twist, Hearthstone, Blue River Bistro, and Quandary Grill.  Most of the restaurants in town have a happy hour and there are a lot of great ones!  So just walk around and see what strikes your fancy!  

• EPIC Discovery/Breckenridge Fun Park: (970) 453-5000.  On an unlimited Fun Park ticket you can zoom down the Gold Runner Coaster, pan for gold, bounce in the bounce house, putt putt golf, take a scenic chairlift ride, speed down the Alpine Slide, climb the climbing wall, navigate the Mineshaft Maze, and bounce on the trampoline (and more!). Chances are your legs will be exhausted at the end of it all, but you’ll have a fantastic smile on your face.  This is something really fun to do with the kiddos!

• Go to the Symphony: The National Repertory Orchestra is based in Breck and puts on some of the most incredible symphonies in Colorado. Concerts are held a few times a week throughout the summer. Check out the calendar of events. 

• Mine Tours: 

  • Breckenridge Heritage Alliance: 970-453-9767 https://www.breckheritage.com/

  • Country Boy Mine: 970-453-4405 http://countryboymine.com/

• Train Tours: 

  • Georgetown Loop (888) 456-6777​

  • Leadville Railroad (719) 486-3936

• Stand Up Paddleboarding!: With rental locations throughout Breck, SUPers flock to areas like Maggie Pond or nearby Lake Dillon to feed their need for floating freely among the mountains.  Local shops also offer SUP river tours,if you are ready to take your SUPing the next level. ​

  • Alpine Sports: 970-453-4455​ http://alpinesportsrental.com/stand-up-paddle-boarding/

  • Charter Sports: 970-453-4494 https://www.chartersports.com/learn-to-stand-up-paddleboard-on-maggie-pond-breckenridge

  • Ridden: 970-453-2055 - https://riddengear.com/

  • KODI Rafting: 970-668-1548  https://www.whitewatercolorado.com/colorado-white-water-raft-trips/stand-up-paddle-board-rental/

• Breckenridge Distillery Tours: 970-547-9757

• Swimming/Climbing/Workout: Maybe it's a rainy day or you just want to get your normal daily workout in.  Head indoors to the Breckenridge Recreation Center to work out, swim, attend a class, rock climb, or run on the track. Daily admission for an adult is $15.Breckenridge Recreation Center - 970-453-1734

• Boating: 

  • Dillon Marina - 970-468-5100​ http://www.townofdillon.com/marina

  • Frisco Marina - 970-668-4334  https://www.townoffrisco.com/play/frisco-bay-marina/general-info/

• Town Tours:

  • Breckenridge Heritage Alliance - 970-453-9767​  https://www.breckheritage.com/

  • Breckenridge Tours - 970-485-2894 or 970-343-9169 http://breckghosttours.com/

• Ziplining and Visit Leadville: 

  • Top of the Rockies in Leadville - 970-668-5323 http://www.topoftherockieszipline.com/

  • EPIC Discovery (970) 453-5000

• Cooking Classes: Check out the Culinary Adventure Series at Colorado Mountain College — you’ll learn how to cook something delicious, and get to eat it right there in class. 

• Speakeasy Movie Theatre:  We love this place!  An awesome local movie theater that shows one movie at a time.  It is located at 103 S. Harris Street in Breckenridge...in the same building as the Breckenridge Library.  You can check out their schedule here!  http://speakeasymovies.com/​

• Breckenridge Backstage Theatre:The Breckenridge Backstage Theatre is our local culture!  If you are in the mood to see a play while you are here, you should definitely check it out!  The theater is small, so purchasing tickets ahead of time is highly recommended. http://www.backstagetheatre.org/  

• Elevate Co-working Space:  Elevate is a great co-working space if you are here and need to get work done.  Although we always hope you're here just to have fun....we know sometimes business needs to get done!  If you are looking for a space where you can meet other locals and have a nice work environment, this is a great space to check out!  They do have a daily pass. http://www.elevatecospace.com/breckenridge

• Hot Springs:  There are some great Hot Springs around!  our 2 recommendations that are the following:

  • Mount Princeton Hot Springs: ​These are pretty awesome because the springs are right in the river...so pretty unique!  Mountain Princeton Hot Springs is about 1.5 hours from Breckenridge. 

  • Hot Sulphur Springs: This is another great option!  We like these a lot because there are a bunch of different tubs that are all different sizes and temperatures. This is also about a 1.5 hour drive from Breckenridge.  For a scenic drive, make sure to take UTE Pass Road/County Road 3.

• Treat Yourself to a Day at the Spa!:  Treat yourself to a relaxing day at the spa!  At both the Grand Lodge at Peak 7 and the Lodge at Breckenridge, you can use their amazing facilities if you book an appointment with them!  Both places also have restaurants that are quite delicious!

  • The Grand Lodge at Peak 7: ​Located at the base of Peak 7.  You can drive, take the free bus, or take the gondola up!

  • The Lodge at Breckenridge: The Lodge is located up Boreas Pass Road.  It has breathtaking views.  They also offer a free seasonal shuttle service to/from Main Street Breckenridge.

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***Looking for more family friendly, unique activities in Breckenridge? Check out Trekaroo‘s 10 things to do during summer that are geared towards families!