Breck offers the best of both worlds for skiers and snowboarders who are looking to get it all. It has a vintage ski town vibe with big mountain views and terrain. Five Peaks, the resort’s backdrop for Main Street, is a constant reminder of the connection between town and mountain. BreckConnect Gondola and an abundance of accommodations that are walkable to the lifts make it possible to avoid driving. There are 3,000 acres of skiable terrain spread over the resort’s Five Peaks. This includes the highest chairlift and the best lift-accessible terrain in North America. Breck, at a base altitude of 9,600 ft above sea level, offers excellent snow conditions into the spring. May.
This year the resort will be launching a new lineup of events, including The Rockstar Energy Open. The free slope-style snowboarding contest and festival will be held from December 19 to 21. It will feature 20 top-notch competitors. The event coincides with Breck Ullr Fest (18-20 December), an annual celebration of the unique ski town that has been going on for more than 60 years. It features the longest shotski in history, a parade through town, and a community bonfire.
What to do: The 60-room hotel is geared towards the modern adventurer. Gravity Haus The hotel offers direct access to Peak 9 and Main Street slopes, as well as a Japanese onsen and a performance-focused fitness center. It also has an adventure company on site. If you want to stay in luxury slopeside, try the original ski-in/skiout accommodation at the base of the Peak 8 mountain. One Ski Hill PlaceIt has spacious condos with kid-friendly amenities, such as a two-lane indoor bowling lanes. The Carlin Inn is a Euro style inn that has four Scandi minimalist suites located above two of the city’s finest restaurants. The only speakeasy is located in the newcomer Alpenrock.
Stats: 35 lifts and 187 trails. One-day tickets starting at $149 on the Epic Pass.
