How to Snowboard Breckenridge
Breckenridge, Colorado is a ski resort with five terrain parks and four halfpipes. Breckenridge's 155 trails offer a wide range of difficulty, meaning there's something for everyone if you know where to look. Breckenridge is great for snowboarders, too.
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Instructions
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Purchase a lift ticket at one of the ticket windows located at the base of Peaks 8 and 9. Or, try to book your lift ticket on the internet ahead of time, which may save you money.
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Pick up a free Breckenridge map at the base area to help you decide which trails to take.
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Beginning snowboarders should stick to green and blue trails. Ride the QuickSilver Super6 on Peak 9 to access several green trails, such as Red Rover and Lower Lehman. The Beaver Run SuperChair on Peak 9 serves multiple blue trails, as does the Independence SuperChair on Peak 7.
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Advanced riders should try Peak 10, which is accessible on the Falcon SuperChair at the top of the QuickSilver Super6. Peak 8 offers expert terrain via the Imperial Superchair, the highest lift in North America.
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Choose the trail that's right for you, then take the corresponding ski lift.
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Enjoy views of the Continental Divide and the town of Breckenridge as you snowboard through evergreen forests and wide, rolling terrain.
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Tips & Warnings
If you've never snowboarded before, or you need a refresher, take a lesson at the Breckenridge Ski & Ride School.
Pay careful attention to trail signs while you're on the mountain, which will help you avoid getting on a trail that is above your skill level.
Resources
- Photo Credit Aaron Dodds, Vail Resorts
