A secluded part of the Sawatch Range, Class 2 and 14,009’ Mount of the Holy Cross is not visible from I70 and does not come into view until you are well within the wilderness. Named for the distinct cross shaped snowfield on its northeast face, Holy Cross was once named Continue Reading
On September 27, 2015 the Earth will cast her shadow over the full moon – this is a natural phenomenon called a lunar eclipse, or a Blood Moon. On Sunday evening, sunlight will be refracted through Earth’s atmosphere and give the moon a deep, red glow. Blood moons are rare Continue Reading
There are two routes up Pikes Peak. This first-hand account follows the East slopes 13 miles up, and 13 miles back down to Manitou Springs. There is a shorter route, 14 miles round-trip, on the other face of the mountain but it is not as easily accessible and is far Continue Reading
Have you ever wondered about the history of Breckenridge? Look no further. Founded by a prospecting company hungry to find gold along the Blue River, rich and colorful Breckenridge is the largest historic district in all of Colorado. Despite the differences in spelling, the town of Breckenridge was named after Continue Reading
The brutal Decalibron loop gets its name from the four highest peaks along the route: Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln, and Bross. Located less than one hour away from Main Street, the Declibron is the perfect caper for adventurers seeking ideas for hiking in Breckenridge. The entire area is comprised of large, rolling hills and commanding mountain summits. Often times, Continue Reading
Breckenridge does not take its beer lightly. As one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the Rockies, the town will proudly be pouring over 8,000 gallons of craft beer this weekend! Join us this weekend for the 21st annual Breckenridge Oktoberfest to experience a little bit of Munich and a whole Continue Reading
Score great rates for your weekend trip to Breckenridge! Check out our specials and call for our available inventory. In honor of the Oktoberfest celebration, these are our best deals yet! Visit skicoloradovr.com to book online or call 970.223.1805 to find out more about our deals! Village at Breckenridge Resort: STUDIOS: Continue Reading
Highly visible from I70 and reaching well above the Denver skyline, the GNT peaks dominate much of the Front Range. The popular mountains, Grays and Torreys, hold the distinction of being the only two 14ers on the Continental Divide. Highly accessible and situated close to the interstate, the two peaks Continue Reading
Thousands of spectators are gathering in Breckenridge this Labor Day Weekend to cheer on almost 10,000 yellow rubber ducks that will be racing down the Blue River. On Saturday, September 5th the annual event will transform Breck’s most famous river into a rushing sea of yellow. Each year, adults and Continue Reading
