Colorado Winter Mountains

Approximate driving distance: 80 miles / 130 kilometres

Approximate driving time: 1 hour 45 minutes in good conditions

Leave Denver and travel west toward the Rocky Mountains.

Interstate 70 climbs through the foothills and continues toward the Eisenhower–Johnson Memorial Tunnel beneath the Continental Divide.

After passing through the tunnel, leave Interstate 70 and continue south toward Breckenridge.

Check in to your selected hotel and spend the afternoon becoming familiar with the resort. Walk along historic Main Street, arrange your ski or snowboard equipment and confirm any lessons or lift reservations.

Breckenridge stands at approximately 9,600 feet / 2,925 metres. Avoid excessive physical activity or alcohol immediately after arrival if you are not accustomed to high elevations.

Actual driving time can increase substantially during snowstorms, weekend traffic or holiday periods.

Overnight in Breckenridge.

Enjoy your first complete day in Breckenridge.

Skiers and snowboarders can spend the day exploring Breckenridge Ski Resort. Terrain, lifts and mountain facilities operate according to weather, snow conditions and the resort’s schedule.

Beginners may wish to reserve professional lessons, while experienced customers can select terrain appropriate to their abilities and current conditions.

Customers who do not wish to ski can explore Main Street, visit local shops and restaurants or choose from available winter activities. Possibilities may include snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding, ice skating or a guided snowmobile excursion.

Lift tickets, lessons, equipment rentals and winter activities are not included unless specifically added during booking.

Overnight in Breckenridge.

Today is completely flexible.

Enjoy another day at Breckenridge or visit another Summit County winter destination.

Keystone, Copper Mountain and the town of Frisco are all within reasonable driving distance under normal conditions. Customers should select only one principal destination and allow additional time for winter traffic and parking.

Alternatively, take a break from skiing and enjoy a relaxed day in Breckenridge. Explore the town, book a spa treatment, take an optional sleigh ride or enjoy the winter landscape.

Never begin a mountain excursion without checking the weather, road conditions and resort operating information.

Overnight in Breckenridge.

Approximate driving distance to Vail: 40 miles / 65 kilometres

Approximate driving distance to Beaver Creek: 50 miles / 80 kilometres

Approximate driving time: 50 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes in good conditions

Leave Breckenridge and return to Interstate 70.

Travel west through the mountain corridor toward Vail or Beaver Creek. Although the distance is relatively short, snow, accidents and ski traffic can cause considerable delays.

Vail offers two attractive pedestrian areas, Vail Village and Lionshead, with restaurants, shops and direct access to the mountain.

Beaver Creek provides a more compact resort environment with an attractive central village and easy access to winter activities.

Check in to your selected hotel and spend the remainder of the day exploring your chosen resort.

Overnight in Vail or Beaver Creek.

Enjoy a complete day in the Vail Valley.

Skiers and snowboarders can spend the day at Vail Mountain or Beaver Creek Resort. Lift access, terrain availability and operating hours depend on the selected resort and current conditions.

Non-skiers can explore the village, enjoy outdoor ice skating, visit cafés and restaurants or reserve an optional guided winter experience.

Possible seasonal activities can include snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, scenic gondola rides or spa treatments.

Customers staying in Vail may visit Beaver Creek, and customers staying in Beaver Creek may visit Vail. Local transportation options should be checked before departure, particularly when customers prefer not to drive after dark.

Overnight in Vail or Beaver Creek.

Approximate driving distance: 120–130 miles / 195–210 kilometres

Approximate driving time: 2 hours 30 minutes in good conditions

Enjoy a relaxed morning in the mountains before returning to Denver.

Travel east on Interstate 70 through the Rocky Mountains and the Eisenhower–Johnson Memorial Tunnel.

This section of Interstate 70 can experience heavy traffic, particularly on Sunday afternoons, public holidays and after major snowfall. Leave sufficient time and avoid planning important activities immediately after your expected arrival.

Check in to your selected Denver hotel and enjoy your final evening in Colorado.

Overnight in Denver.