What time does the gondola open in Breckenridge?

What time does the gondola open in Breckenridge?

The BreckConnect Gondola typically operates from 7:45 am to 5:30 pm in the winter, and 10 am to 5 pm in the summer. Please call (970) 453-5000 for current hours of operation. For more FAQs and information about Breckenridge ski resort, visit our skiing and snowboarding guide.

What time do the Breckenridge lifts open?

9 a.m.
The lifts open everyday at 9 a.m. and close at 4 p.m. On rare occasions, lifts may temporarily close during the day due to high winds or lightning. Does Breckenridge offer daycare?

Will Breckenridge open this winter?

Breck is set to open for winter and its 60th anniversary season on Friday, Nov. 12! Explore our portfolio of exceptional properties and enjoy booking flexibility all season.

What is there to do in Breckenridge in the winter?

Top 10 Winter Activities in Breckenridge

• Skiing & Snowboarding.
• Nordic Skiing & Snowshoeing.
• Sledding.
• Dog Sledding.
• Snowmobiling.
• Fat Biking.
• Sleigh Rides.
• Scenic Snow Cat Tours.

Is the Breckenridge gondola free?

Though it is free to ride the gondola for transportation from town to the base area, lift tickets must be purchased to ski and mountain bike (uphill lift use). *Lift tickets can be purchased at the ticket office at the base of the gondola as well as Peak 7, Peak 8, and Peak 9 base areas.

How long is the gondola ride?

A gondola ride can last 30 minutes or 1 hour, but it’s up to you.

Is Vail or Breckenridge better?

Breck’s high alpine terrain is the highest in North America that is accessible by lift service. Breck has an even higher percentage of terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders than Vail at 58%. Breckenridge also has some of the best terrain parks in the world!

Is everything in Breckenridge open?

Nearly all of Breckenridge’s 100+ bars & restaurants and 200+ retail and small business locations are open for curbside pick-up / carry-out as well as indoor & outdoor dining. The town is offering limited curbside pick-up parking for restaurant and retail pick-ups.

Is Breckenridge a fun town?

Breckenridge is an authentic mountain town (not a cookie-cutter village created by a ski resort) with a rich heritage and history dating back to the gold rush of the mid-1800s. The energetic and picturesque Main Street is fun to explore year-round with its extensive variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment.

What is there to do in Breckenridge If you don’t ski?

20 Things to Do in Breckenridge…Besides Skiing

• Walking History Tour.
• Snowshoeing in Breckenridge.
• Sledding and Tubing in Breckenridge.
• The Breckenridge Snow Sculpture Championship.
• Dog Sledding.
• Shopping in Breckenridge.
• Wine Tasting at Continental Divide Winery.
• Saloon Tour.

Are there hot springs in Breckenridge?

There are no natural hot springs in Breckenridge, Colorado, but there are multiple hot springs resorts – some of the best in the country – in nearby mountain towns that make for a great half or full day trip.

Are gondola rides worth it?

Riding a gondola in Venice is absolutely worth it! While it’s pricy, it’s one of the things you HAVE to do when in Venice. There is no way to see many amazing parts of Venice without this gondola ride.

When does the Breckenridge gondola open for the winter?

Breckenridge Gondola Hours of Operation: The Breckenridge Gondola opens for the winter season tentatively on November 9th and operates daily from 7:45 am to 5:30 pm. The gondola will not run from May through mid-June during moose calving season.

Is there a shuttle from Peak 8 to Breckenridge?

Guests who want to stay at the Peak 8 Base past gondola operating hours can catch a ride down on the Black Route on the Breck Free Ride Shuttle that picks up just below the gondola on Ski Hill Road. The Shuttle runs year-round and is a great alternative to getting into town at the end of a day on the slopes if the gondola line is long.

Can you ride the gondola between Peak 8 and town?

Ride the gondola between town and Peak 8 in both summer and winter months. If you are looking to ski or access on mountain summer activities you will need to purchase a lift ticket or activity to continue up the open air chair lifts.

Where are the ski lodges on the gondola?

Mountain Thunder Lodge – This ski lodge is located near the bottom of the gondola, within walking distance from the base area gondola station. The lodge is also located right on the Skyway Skiway trail so guests can easily ski down to their accommodations at the end of the day.