This is where you’ll find curated guides to the best deals, discounts, and value-packed finds in the county. I live here in Breckenridge with my family – we love getting outside and have discovered so many ways to make the most of the mountains. I share these discoveries, work-arounds, and tactics to explore Summit County in the articles below. Dive in and start planning a world-class vacation that actually fits your budget.
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Rainy Afternoons in a Mountain Town: Free Indoor Activities in Breckenridge, Colorado
Summer in the Rocky Mountains brings bright mornings, warm weather, and a reliable late-afternoon event: monsoon season. While these brief, passing storms provide vital hydration to the high country, they definitely put a damper on afternoon outdoor adventures [especially above treeline, where lightning poses a serious safety risk]. When the dark clouds roll over the…
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Paddle Boarding @ High Altitude || Cold Water Stand Up Paddle Boarding
High-Altitude Stand Up Paddle Boarding:Preparing for Cold Water and High Elevation Paddle boarding on an alpine lake looks beautiful in photos, but paddling at 9,000 feet and above demands respect. High-altitude waters introduce physical and environmental challenges that can quickly turn a casual afternoon into a stressful situation if you are unprepared. To have a…
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Early Spring: What To Do When The Snow Disappears
Early Spring: What To Do When The Snow Disappears Welp, spring sure did arrive with a…slow, mellow melt that has been going on since January! Yea, this isn’t the spring skiing any of us wanted and all of the resorts are closing terrain, lifts, and even base areas well before the hopeful “late April” and…
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Gear Rentals: How to Rent for Less
Gear Rentals: How to Rent for Less Where to Rent for Less Don’t just walk into the shop nearest the lift. You will often pay a “convenience tax” of 30% or more. Here are the specific shops we locals recommend to friends because they have fair prices, good gear, and solid online booking discounts. Skis,…
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Free Activities [Indoors] || How to Keep Cozy
Free Activities [Indoors] || How to Keep Cozy Okay, let’s talk about the “other” side of a ski vacation. I’m talking about the day the wind is blowing so hard it feels like you’re being sandblasted by ice. Or maybe it’s that “bluebird” day, but your legs have officially turned to Jell-O and are staging…
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Free & Cheap Parking @ Breckenridge Ski Resort
Free & Cheap Parking @ Breckenridge Ski Resort Let’s talk about the #1 pain point in Breckenridge: Parking. It’s the fastest way to kill your vacation value, and frankly, it’s a confusing, expensive nightmare designed to trap the unprepared. You see the crisp air, the insane views… and then a $45 parking bill for a…
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