The Town of Breckenridge
The town of Breckenridge is home to one of the largest ski resorts in North America. Our alluring town offers everything from rich history and long living traditions to outdoor activities and more! While Breckenridge has a small population, millions travel from all over the world to experience the magic that Breckenridge has to offer. Come experience the spectacular charm that Breckenridge offers to so many year round!
Population:
- year-round population: 4,500
- Breckenridge at peak vacation time: 36,000
Breckenridge Area Stats:
- Base Elevation: 9,600 feet
- 2908 acres / 1177 hectares
- 7 miles long / 2 miles wide
- 3,300 total acre
- 30% of town – owned land is set aside for open space
- 400 acres of town- owned parks
Features and Services:
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- Restaurants and Bars: 100+
- Shops / Boutiques: 150+
- Grocery / Liquor Stores: 11
- Historic District structures: 249
- Parks: 2
- Nordic Centers: 2
- Skating Rinks: 1 year- round /2 winter season only
- Gold Courses: 1 public Jack Nicklaus- designed 27 hole course
- Tennis Courts: 2 indoor / 12 outdoor summer
- Museum / Art Galleries: 16
- Libraries: 1
- Churches: 5
- Fitness Facilities: 3
- Whitewater Kayak Park: 1
- Ball Fields:3
- Soccer Fields: 2
- Public Parking Lots:13
Breckenridge Weather:
- Summer Days: 70 degrees
- Summer Nights: 50 degrees
- Winter Days: 28 degrees
- Winter Nights: 15 degrees