1. The Breckenridge Nordic Center
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-6855
Address: 1200 Ski Hill Road
Description: The Breckenridge Center has more than 23 kilometers of groomed track set in the valleys below Peaks 7 and 8. The Breckenridge and Frisco (see entry later in this chapter) Nordic Centers are under the same management and share an interchangeable trail pass. Both offer instruction and rentals of cross-country skis and snowshoes.
2. Breckenridge Recreation Center
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-1734
Address: 880 Airport Road
Description: This outstanding facility offers indoor lap and recreational pools, a kiddie fountain, tennis and racquetball courts, a running track, fitness facilities, a climbing wall, and a variety of programs. There are also outdoor tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, a skateboard park, and a playground. It is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays, and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sundays. Nonresident adults pay $10; youths ages 13 to 17 and seniors age 60 and older, $6; children ages 3 to 12, $5; toddlers 2 years of age and younger get in free.
3. Sleigh Rides/Snowmobiling/Dogsled Rides
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-2918
Address: 150 West Adams Street
Description: Skiing is the No. 1 activity in winter in Summit County, but other options, snow-related and otherwise, abound. Winter sleigh rides, snowmobiling, dogsled rides, and other activities can be arranged by the Breckenridge Activity Center. In addition to making reservations, it can provide information on prices, hours, and availability of off-slope activities. Contact Good Times (970-453-7604) to arrange snowmobile tours, sleigh rides, and dogsledding trips.
4. The Breckenridge Golf Club
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-9104
Address: 200 Clubhouse Drive
Description: This club offers outstanding golf at America’s only Jack Nicklaus–designed municipal course. High-season greens and cart fees are about $110 for 18 holes.
5. National Repertory Orchestra
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-5825
Address: 111 South Main Street
Description: This festival of classical music usually begins June 10 and continues through August. The orchestra performs at the beautiful Riverwalk Center, which was completed in 1993. Tickets are $22 to $32 per person.
6. Summit County Historical Society
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-9022
Address: 111 North Ridge Street
Description: The society conducts a variety of walking tours, mainly in summer but also in winter on request.
7. Washington Gold Mine/Lomax Placer Gulch
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-9022
Address: 301 Ski Hill Road
8. Country Boy Mine
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-4405
Address: 0542 French Gulch Road
Description: You can tour some of Breckenridge’s mines or pan for gold (panning is around $10) and take a step back in mountain time; call for more specific info. The price is about $19 for adults and $12 for kids. For directions, call the Breckenridge Guest Services at (970) 453-5579, they’re open every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
9. Blue Moose Restaurant
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-4859
Address: 540 South Main Street
Description: The Blue Moose offers a casual atmosphere with a wide range of American-style food served at breakfast and lunch.
10. The Cafe Alpine
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-8218
Address: 106 Adams Street
Description: The charming Victorian setting complements the eclectic menu, which includes steak and seafood. The Alpine is open for lunch and dinner during the summer, for dinner only during winter months.
11. Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant And Cantina
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-2071
Address: 600 South Park Avenue
Description: Mi Casa has traditional Mexican specialties served at lunch and dinner. Specials also include Mexican-style pork chops and steak.
12. Mountain Sage Cafe And Gold Pan Saloon
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 547-4628
Address: 105 North Main Street
Description: Enjoy a Tex-Mex breakfast, or cheap pizza and bar food later in the day. There are also burgers, veggie wraps, and steaks.
13. Relish
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-0989
Address: 137 South Main Street
Description: Located on the Riverwalk on the former site of Pierre’s, Relish is fairly new to Breckenridge. The restaurant features simple yet elegant dinner entrees, as well as smaller choices at very affordable prices. You’ll find lovely cocktails and appetizers during their daily happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. They are open nightly for dinner from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
14. The St. Bernard Inn
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (970) 453-2572
Address: 103 South Main Street
Description: The St. Bernard specializes in classic Northern Italian food and also offers contemporary cuisine. The inn is open for lunch and dinner; there’s a lounge, too.
15. Beaver Run Resort
City: Breckenridge, CO
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (800) 265-3560
Address: 620 Village Road
Description: A ski-in, ski-out establishment on Peak 9, this is Breckenridge’s largest property, with lodging ranging from hotel rooms to three-bedroom suites. The fully equipped resort has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hot tubs, fitness facilities, shops, restaurants, and even an indoor miniature golf course.