Take Me Home, Country Roads
Breckenridge, Colorado is a great vacation destination in the summer. The rates on vacation rentals drop, and there are less people in the mountains. As beautiful as the mountains are in the winter months covered in snow and Christmas lights, the scenery in the summer months is equally as beautiful. Breckenridge, Colorado is full of outdoor activities to indulge in to pick up your summer activity level.
Breckenridge, Colorado’s summer season blooms lush mountainsides covered with brilliant wildflowers, rushing rivers and streams flowing with cool clear glacier water and miles of trails to be explored. Breckenridge’s dry, 70 degree temperatures and sunny skies make for the perfect climate to get outdoors. Although the temperatures do not feel too hot, the sun is intense at 9600 feet and higher, so be sure to bring some sunscreen. Breckenridge has splendid cabin rentals that are much more affordable in the summer months than in the winter.
Mountain biking is a prevalent sport in Colorado. Breckenridge Ski Resort offers a large network of trails for different levels of complexity with the convenience of lift access on Peak 8 by the use of the Colorado SuperChair. Trail Maps and bike rentals are also obtainable throughout the town of Breckenridge and at the ski resort.
If you would rather hike than mountain bike, there are a plethora of trails. There are a large number of trails nestled within the backcountry of Summit County. From beginner walks for the whole family to more advanced trails which crest the summit of Colorado’s 14,000 ft. peaks, trail maps will provide descriptions and difficulty ratings for each of these trails. Layering your clothing and bringing a back pack with plenty of water and a snack is good idea as well and be sure to bring that sunscreen.
Along with mountain biking and hiking, fishing is another popular outdoor activity in Colorado. The Blue River flows through Breckenridge and Dillon reservoir is close by as well, located in Dillon, CO. Dillon reservoir is at 9,000 feet in elevation and filled with Rainbow trout, Brown trout, and Kokanee salmon. If you aren’t into fishing and just along for the ride, you can enjoy the splendor of the gorgeous views of the Ten Mile Range and Buffalo Mountain. Boats and fishing gear can be rented in town or at the lake. If you decide you like Dillon so much you decide to stay the night in this great town, there are numerous vacation rentals in Dillon as well along with great family owned restaurants for some down home cooking.
Located in Summit County, Breckenridge is surrounded by nearby outdoor activities all throughout the I70 corridor. Mount Evans is a great day trip to explore. To get to Mount Evans, exit Interstate 70 at the Mt. Evans exit (252) and follow the signs and route 103 to the 14,260 foot summit. The drive in itself is quite an adventure with hairpin turns, dizzying heights and a lack of guardrails, so just getting there will get your heart pumping and remind you of being alive. As you drive your way up the mountain, keep a look out at the fantastic scenery and for numerous wildlife that make their home in this area… just be sure to keep your eyes on the road as well!
Wesley Mathews is part of the travel team at FindVacationRentals.com and FindBedandBreakfast.com. These directories provide detailed information on Colorado ski vacation rentals and things to do.
