17 Things to Tell Your Friends About in Breckenridge This Winter ❄️ Breck is a skier/snowboarder's paradise, with amazing spots to eat like Hearthstone & Clint's, and winter hikes like Dillon Reservoir Recreation Pathway, and of course, world-class skiing!
Isak Heartstone
Follow the short trail from the Ice Arena parking lot to meet Breck’s famous wooden troll, carved by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. Go early... he gets busy after 10 a.m.!
See MoreClint's Bakery & Coffee House
Locals swear by the breakfast bagel sandwiches and homemade pastries at Clint's. Grab a coffee for your gondola ride up the mountain.
See MoreBreckenridge Ski Resort
Spread across five peaks, Breckenridge Ski Resort has terrain for every level – Peak 6 for powder, Peak 8 for cruisers, Peak 9 for learners. Book lift tickets ahead to skip the morning rush!
See MoreCrepes A La Cart
Crepes a la Cart is a Breck icon. The line moves fast, and the “Mountain Mix” (Nutella + banana + strawberries) is worth the wait.
See MoreRMU Breckenridge
Apres-ski done right at RMU — local beer, outdoor fire pits, and live music. Their ski shop doubles as a bar, so you can literally grab a pint and a powder ski in one stop.
See MoreHearthstone Restaurant
Reserve a table upstairs at Hearthstone for views over Main Street. Order the elk tenderloin or local rainbow trout - classic mountain fare with a fine-dining twist.
See MoreBreckenridge Nordic Center
Rent skis or snowshoes and glide through pine forests with Breckenridge Nordic Center. Locals love the quick loop to Josie’s Cabin for a mid-trail cocoa.
See MoreMaggie Pond
Right by Peak 9 Base - skate under the lights with the Tenmile Range glowing in the background at Maggie Pond.
See MoreCarter Park Sledding Hill
Carter Park is one of the best sledding spots – free, family-friendly, and fast. Bring your own sled or buy one at City Market.
See MoreBreckConnect Gondola
Hop on from town and ride up to Peaks 7 & 8 on the BreckConnect – even non-skiers should take the trip for the mountain views.
See MoreGiampietro Pasta & Pizzeria
New York–style pizza, no reservations, always packed. Giampetro's lasagna is underrated.
See MoreMain Street Mall
From Marigolds Farmhouse Funk & Junk to Cabin Fever, every store feels like a treasure hunt on Main Street. Don’t miss Mountain Goat Clothing Co. for cozy layers.
See MoreRiverwalk Center at Breckenridge
Come for the world-class art, stay for the lights at the International Snow Sculpture Championships – they’re even more magical at night when the sculptures glow.
See MoreMountain Top Cookie Shop
Mountain Top Cookie Shop has warm, gooey cookies the size of your hand. Pro tip: the salted caramel is elite.
See MoreVista Haus
On-mountain lunch spot at 11,000 ft... Vista Haus is the SPOT – try to snag a table by the window for an unreal panorama.
See MoreGood Times Adventure Tours
Good Times Adventures is a place to book in advance for dogsledding or snowmobiling – their guides are fantastic and the backcountry views are unbeatable.
See MoreDillon Reservoir
An easy paved trail perfect for a sunny-day stroll or fat-bike ride in the winter! Bring a thermos and watch the alpenglow over the water at sunset... Dillon Reservoir Recreation Pathway is the perfect outdoor adventure.
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