Colorado, United States

Breckenridge Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early November

Season dates, 187 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

12,998ft

Peak Elevation

3,398ft

Vertical Drop

187

Trails

300"

Annual Snow

Overview

Breckenridge is a ski resort in Colorado, United States, with an elevation range from 9,600ft (2926m) to 12,998ft (3962m). The vertical drop is 3,398ft (1036m) across 187 trails served by 34 lifts and 2,908 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Denver International (DEN), about 105 minutes away by car. Breckenridge receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early November to Late May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Early NovemberCloses: Late May

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

80cm(31in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Breckenridge's snowiest peak-season month.

300"

Annual Snowfall

(762cm)

-6°C

January Avg High

-16°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 18% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

300"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

187

Total Trails

Lifts

2,908

Skiable Acres

3,398ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

14%

Beginner: 26 trails

31%

Intermediate: 58 trails

33%

Advanced: 62 trails

22%

Expert: 41 trails

14%Beginner (26)

31%Intermediate (58)

33%Advanced (62)

22%Expert (41)

Breckenridge has 187 trails: 14% green, 31% blue, 33% black, and 22% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 55% of the terrain at Breckenridge.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,398ft

Vertical Drop

1,036m

(3,398ft)

Elevation Profile

12,998ft

Peak

9,600ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$240

avg/day

$255

Jan

$265

Feb

$255

Mar

$229

Apr

$189

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$209

Nov

$275

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($189)

Best Month to Visit Breckenridge

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallPeak conditions

score

80cm

Moderate

$255/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Breckenridge, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 80cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

65cm

snowfall

-4°/-14°

high/low °C

crowds

$275

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Breckenridge.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$229

per day

Season Pass

$879

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Epic

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Breckenridge is included on the Epic pass.

Getting to Breckenridge

Nearest Airport

Denver International (DEN)

Approx. 105 min drive

Location

Colorado, United States 🇺🇸

39.4817°N, 106.0384°W

The drive from Denver International to Breckenridge takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Breckenridge open for the season?

Breckenridge typically opens in Early November and closes in Late May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Breckenridge?

A day lift pass at Breckenridge starts at $229 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Breckenridge good for beginners?

Breckenridge has 14% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Breckenridge get per year?

Breckenridge receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 18% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Breckenridge?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Breckenridge in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 80cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

187

Total Trails

Lifts

2,908

Skiable Acres

3,398ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

14%

Beginner: 26 trails

31%

Intermediate: 58 trails

33%

Advanced: 62 trails

22%

Expert: 41 trails

14%Beginner (26)

31%Intermediate (58)

33%Advanced (62)

22%Expert (41)

Breckenridge has 187 trails: 14% green, 31% blue, 33% black, and 22% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 55% of the terrain at Breckenridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Breckenridge open for the season?

Breckenridge typically opens in Early November and closes in Late May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Breckenridge?

A day lift pass at Breckenridge starts at $229 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Breckenridge good for beginners?

Breckenridge has 14% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Breckenridge get per year?

Breckenridge receives an average of 300 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 18% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Breckenridge?