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Town/Resort Life
Main Street and So Much More...Things To Do Off the Slopes
Whether looking forward to a day off the slopes, or searching for a little alternative adventure, Breckenridge has as much to offer off the mountain as it does on any of its 146 trails. As the largest historic district in Colorado, Breckenridge features a wide variety of shops, activities and attractions to entertain and delight visitors, both on and off the slopes. A good information source for alternative activities to a day on the mountain is to contact the Breckenridge Resort Chamber’s Activity Center at (877) 864-0868.
Breckenridge Historic District
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With approximately 170 registered historic buildings Breckenridge is home to Colorado’s largest historic district.
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Founded in 1859, Breckenridge is the oldest continually occupied community in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
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Its past includes gold and silver mining, dredge boats, outlaws and soul-savers.
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Call (970) 453-9022 to find out about Breckenridge's incredible role in the formation of the Centennial state.
Museums
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Barney Ford House Museum. Located on Breckenridge’s Historic Main Street, this 1882 Victorian home opened to visitors on July 4, 2004. Former slave Barney Ford came to Breckenridge, Colo., to find his fortune during the 1860 gold rush, and became the town’s first black businessman. His business success is well documented in both Breckenridge and Denver, as he was named to Denver’s 1898 Social Register, but it was Ford’s quest for freedom and equality that highlights his historical legacy. His prominence and efforts are responsible for ensuring the Colorado State Constitution allowed "all males" the right to vote. (970) 453-9022, www.summithistorical.org
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Edwin Carter Museum. Built in 1875 to house a growing collection of Rocky Mountain Flora and Fauna by “Professor” Edwin Carter, the Carter Museum is part of the Summit Historical Society’s walking tour in the summer and is open for visitors from October to May as well. (970) 453-9022, www.summithistorical.org
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Main Street Historic Museum. A historic museum at 111 S. Main Street features seasonal exhibits showcasing the wonders of Breckenridge’s past. The museum is free of charge and is open seven days a week. (970) 453-9022, www.summithistorical.org
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Mountain Top Children’s Museum. This fun children’s museum offers exhibits, camps and workshops year-round for kids of all ages. Parents can take advantage of one-day sessions or weeklong summer camps that keep kids busy and up to their ears in fun. The museum also offers hourly workshops for younger children and year-round exhibits. (970) 333-7353
Breckenridge Arts District
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Located on the corner of Washington Ave. and South Ridge St., the newly formed Arts District of Breckenridge is a pedestrian-friendly area with outdoor and indoor spaces for workshops, artists-in-residence, galleries and various cultural events.
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The district also includes the Robert Whyte House, 127 S. Ridge St., offering ongoing workshops in a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, handmade paper, clay and batik.
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Workshops are open to children, teens and adults. Call (970) 547-3116 for more information.
Mine Tours: Country Boy Mine
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A fully functioning mine located just east of town on Wellington/French Gulch Road.
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Visitors can pan for gold, tour the restored compressor house, portions of the mine and more.
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For information, call (970) 453-4405.
Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing
Breckenridge boasts two quality Nordic centers: The Gold Run Nordic Center located at the Breckenridge Golf Club and the Breckenridge Nordic Ski Center on Ski Hill Road near the Peak 8 base area.
Gold Run Nordic Center
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Over 20 kilometers of groomed skating and classic trails, in addition to a network of backcountry ski tours, and technique and waxing workshops.
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Horse-drawn sleigh rides and a full service restaurant for evening dining are also available.
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Breckenridge Nordic Ski Center
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30 kilometers of groomed skating and classical skiing await guests, including 20 kilometers of snowshoe trails and five kilometers of dog walking trails.
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Located less than a mile from the Peak 8 base area and accessible via the free shuttle system, the center operates out of an historic lodge with ski and snowshoe rentals, a retail shop, waxing services and a professional ski school with guest instructors and clinics.
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NEW! Kite Boarding or Skiing Colorado Kite Force
- A new edition to Summit County, Colorado Kite Force offers snowkiting, kite boarding and kite skiing to guests who want to take their skiing or riding into the air.
- For more information, visit www.coloradokiteforce.com or call 970-485-3300.
Dog Sledding Tours
Good Times Adventures
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Offering a variety of dog sledding tours for adults and children.
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Also offering a six-mile relay tour through the Middle Fork of the Swan River, available for up to six adults (this tour is not recommended for children three and under).
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Children three and under ride free with a paying adult.
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Snowsuits, boots, and helmets are available at no extra charge.
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Snowmobile Tours
Good Times Adventures
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Offering a variety of tour options from “The Shortie,” a quick trip giving riders about an hour of snowmobile time, to “The Classic,” a scenic tour over Georgia Pass for stunning views of the Continental Divide and Park County.
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Dinner tours are available.
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Suits, boots and helmets and shuttle transportation are offered at no additional charge.
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Aspen Canyon Ranch, (970) 453-5212
White Mountain Snowmobile Tours, (970) 453-5323
Fly Fishing
Blue River Anglers
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Located on Main Street, Breckenridge
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Open year-round for guided trips
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Full-service shop also features fly-fishing equipment, flies and outdoor clothing
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Breckenridge Outfitters
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1999 and 2003 Orvis-endorsed 'Outfitter of the Year'
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Located on Main Street, Breckenridge
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Offering year-round fly-fishing excursions
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Full-service shop features top-of-the-line Orvis equipment, clothing and own stock of flies
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The Mountain Angler
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Summit County's oldest fly fishing guide service, located in the Main Street Mall, Breckenridge
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Open year-round for guided trips
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Full-service shop also features top brands of fly-fishing equipment, top-quality flies and outdoor clothing
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Breckenridge Ice Rinks
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The Stephen C. West Ice Arena has two ice rinks (one indoor, one outdoor) located on Boreas Pass Road; both are open for public skating seven days a week
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Skate rental and instruction available on-site
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Call the Stephen C. West Ice Arena at (970) 547-9974
Public Race Arena (NASTAR and Pay-To-Race):
NASTAR:
- See how you stack up against Daron Rahlves and the US Ski Team.
- Nastar is a nationwide racing program based on a handicapping system that allows you to measure up against not only the best, but your buddies and brothers and sisters, too.
- Competitors race for the chance to win a bronze, silver, gold, platinum medal Additionally, all competitors can keep track of their results online at www.nastar.com and work towards qualification for the NASTAR National Championships at the end of the season.
No reservations are necessary. Just come see the NASTAR crew on Sundown, just below Union Road on Peak 9.
Pay-To-Race:
· Located on Sundown in the Public Race Arena is Breck’s self-timer course. Competitors can try their luck against the clock or against their closest foe in a head-to-head duel.
- For more information, call (800) 789-SNOW or (970) 453-5000
Email: breckguest@vailresorts.com
Group Rates and Dedicated Group Races also available!
Breckenridge Recreation Center
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Provides freeweights, cardio equipment, various aerobic classes, racquetball, basketball, two climbing walls, sauna, steamroom, hot tubs, a pool with a waterslide, skatepark, ball fields and outdoor courts
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The Breckenridge Recreation Center also provides day care and "kids' night out" programming
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For updated classes and information, call the Breckenridge Rec Center at (970) 453-1734
Dinner Sleigh Rides
Imagine being swept along a picturesque snow-covered valley nestled under warm blankets in a cozy horse drawn sleigh, gazing up at the brilliant star-filled sky and the dramatic panorama of towering snow capped peaks
Speakeasy Movie Theater
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Located in the basement of the Colorado Mountain College on Harris Street in a room that was once Colorado's first indoor swimming pool
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Shows first-run movies and independent films
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Check the local paper for current shows and show times or call the Speakeasy Theater at (970) 453-3624
Backstage Theatre
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Plays such as “Alabama Rain,” and “The Spitfire Grill” have entertained audiences in the quaint, intimate Breckenridge theatre since it opened in its new ‘home’ in what was formerly Shamus O'Toole's on Ridge Street
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Do Your Own Pottery
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Ready, Paint, Fire is a pottery store in Breckenridge that allows kids of all ages to pick their piece, paint, and design and go crazy with creativity
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All finished pottery can be shipped easily
The Sacred Tree - Healing Center
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An institute for the healing arts, located on the corner of South Ridge and Washington Streets in Breckenridge
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Offering holistic approaches in treating illness and promoting overall health
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First building opened in August 2004, including treatment rooms for acupuncture, massage therapy and naturopathic medicine
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Two additional buildings will open within the year. One will house studios for breath work classes such as yoga, pilates, kung fu, tai chi and Qi Gong and another will serve as a center for education and resources, hosting lectures and seminars from experts from around the country
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Shopping See Shopping in Media Guide
Factory Outlets
The Silverthorne/Dillon Factory Stores are located approximately 10 miles north of Breckenridge. Retail outlets include Ralph Lauren, J. Crew, Coach, The Gap, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, Levi’s, Pfaltzgraf, Harry and David. The Summit Stage, the county's free shuttle service, runs throughout the day and evening to and from the malls.
Nightlife
A vibrant nightlife helps Breckenridge stay at the top of "Best Of" lists from numerous publications. From après ski to partying into the wee hours, jazz, country, acoustic, electric, roadhouse blues and D.J. dance club tunes are just a sample of what's available for those who may have better rhythm on the dance floor than in the bumps. Please see the ‘dining and nightlife’ section of this media guide for more information on Breckenridge's nightlife.
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