Breckenridge Resort - a great vacationing experience for every season! Far from the stress of the big city life is the 136 year old town of Breckenridge. The lure of gold and riches brought the first settlers to this high mountain valley. Founded in 1859 as a mining camp along the banks of the Blue River, Breckenridge has experienced a colorful history of boom and bust. Mining ended in the 1940's. Skiing in Breckenridge started in the 1960's. Breckenridge Ski Resort is now known as a world-class ski resort. "The Genuine Colorado", and "A Real Colorado Town with Unreal Rocky Mountain Skiing" are phrases you may hear from a local when asked to describe Breckenridge. Breckenridge's history as a mining town is still alive in the charming Victorian town. Strict building codes have preserved many of the old Victorian era buildings of the "Old West". Today Breckenridge is a year-round resort destination with Summer and Winter activities to please everyone. Breckenridge is known for an abundance of incomparable shopping, dining, nightlife, over 400 boutiques, galleries, bistros, restaurants, and more variety that is sure to please every taste and budget.  More info >>>