Breckenridge Hiking
Don't miss your chance for a beautiful adventure in the mountains surrounding Breckenridge. There are many hiking trails that start and finish right here in the heart of Breckenridge. Hiking in Breckenridge offers beauty beyond the imagination. In the stunning summer months explore meadows, creeks, lakes, forests, flowers, and views you could only dream of.

Breckenridge Ski Resort Guided Hiking Center

Located at the Peak 8 Fun Park

Scenic Chair, Nature Hike and Alpine Slide Package

10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.  (Weather Permitting)

Ride the Scenic Colorado Chair for magnificent views of the Continental Divide, set off into the Horseshoe Bowl for a walk amid a lush colorful garden bursting with many different varieties of High Alpine Wildflowers.  Hike down and above Sawmill Creek all the while looking for a glimpse or signature of the many diverse species of wildlife that make their home high in the Rocky Mountains. End up at the top of the Alpine Slide for an exhilarating ride back to the base area.

Moderate Hike.  2-2.5 hours including Chair and Alpine Slide ride

#160; Children: 7-12 $20.00   (Not recommended for children

under 7) Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday

Scenic Chair and Nature Hike 

9:30, 11:30 and 2:00 (Weather permitting)

This hike takes you into the Horseshoe Bowl just like the above hike but finishes back at the top of the Colorado Chair for a scenic ride back down.

Easy to Moderate Hike 1-1.50 hours 

Adults: $15.00 Children 5-12: $10.00 (Not recommended for children under 5.)  Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.

Cucumber Gulch Nature Preserve

1:30 (Weather Permitting) 

Walk through this rare jewel of a protected ground-fed wetland which is home to many diverse species of plant and wildlife.  Learn all about this very fragile ecosystem and the importance of preserving it for future generations.

Easy Hike.  1-1.5 hours

Adults:  $15.00 Children:  $10.00

Due to the sensitive nature of this area, the group size is limited to 7.

This hike is offered only twice weekly alternating with the Sawmill Creek Hike.

Sawmill Creek

1:30 (Weather Permitting)

Walk along a lush environment rife with wildflowers and Beaver Ponds.  Learn all about this amazing creature’s engineering capabilities and their importance to the ecosystem.  Did you know that Beavers have two sets of lips?

Easy Hike.  1-1.5 hours.

Adults: $12.00   Children:  $7.00 

This hike is offered only twice weekly alternating with the Cucumber Gulch hike.

All hikes include an experienced guide, water, granola bar, the use of a

day pack, hiking poles and rain poncho. Reservations are recommended

but not required.  Please bring:

-Sturdy walking shoes

-Hat and jacket

-Sun block and sunglasses

-Camera

On each of our hikes we will discuss the following:

• Wildflower Identification and Lore

• Rich Local History

• Leave No Trace

• Nature’s Remedies

• High Altitude and Weather Awareness

• Importance of Protecting the Fragile High Alpine Environment

Call 970-547-5707 for more information. 

A few favorite trails close to the Town of Breckenridge:

Burro Trail: To access this trail from town, head up to Peak 9 base area and look for a trail that continues into the woods on the left-side of the ski slope. You can also access this trail from behind the Main Street Station. People love to bring their families and dogs on the trail.

Trails by Carter Park: Carter Park, located on S. High St & E. Adams Ave in Breckenridge, is the base of many hiking trails around the county. If you are looking at the slope adjacent to the Carter Park Pavilion, you will see a trail that you can follow to the right and will lead to the Moonstone Trail. Continuing on this trail you will encounter other trails and can hike for miles.

Boras Pass Trails: There are numerous hiking trails located off of Boras Pass road. Take a left onto Boras Pass Road. Pass the Ice Skating Rink on the right and at the first switchback there is a small parking area and old mining relics. Park and either hike up the hill to the Boras Pass Trail head or you can take a trail to the right which is not so steep.