Mohawk Lakes view — a hike in Breckenridge.

Hiking in Breckenridge

If you truly want to experience Breckenridge’s breathtaking beauty, hit the trails! There are hundreds of hiking trails in and around Breckenridge which makes it easy to take part of one of the most popular summer and winter activities. From gentle dirt roads to challenging summits, there are a wide variety of options for all types of hikers. Breckenridge hiking is an experience for every visitor to enjoy.  Be sure to review and follow Leave No Trace  principles before heading out and be prepared for your adventure.

Summer / Fall Hiking

BRECKENRIDGE OFFERS HUNDREDS OF MILES OF HIKING TRAILS TO EXPLORE.

After hiking the Rocky Mountains in the summertime, you’ll understand why the love of the outdoors is deeply rooted in Breckenridge’s culture. A hike on one of Breckenridge’s national forest trails has the powerful ability to change one’s perspective of nature and environment. The moments are breathtaking, and the memories are everlasting. Hike a trail that leads to stunning wildflower fields or gorgeous waterfalls. If you are seeking convenience, there is a multitude of hikes in Breckenridge that don’t require a car.

Best Summer Hikes In Breckenridge

Summer hiking is hard to beat. The intense greenery of native pines, firs and spruce trees pepper mountainsides while a rainbow of wildflowers decorate the meadows surrounding Breckenridge like a paint-by-number. Seriously. It’s truly an unforgettable time to experience our outdoor playground and its breathtaking views, waterfalls and wildlife—solo, or together.  With hundreds of miles of trails in and around Breckenridge, there’s a trail perfect for you. As always, Breckenridge stands behind the Colorado Tourism Office’s Leave No Trace – Care for Colorado Principles to help maintain the natural beauty of our trails and forests.

Choosing a trail:

With hundreds of miles to choose from it can be hard to decide on which trails to explore.  Our best resources will give you ideas on where to go and how to prepare for your hike.

Hidden Gems & Off the Beaten Path Trails

You can find brag-worthy climbs, big views and more on any of the 200+ miles of trails in Breckenridge. Here are our favorite resources to check while choosing a trail.

Coming to town soon? Stop by and pick up a trail map from the Breckenridge Welcome Center, and check out our Summer Packing Guide so you won’t forget the necessities!

family hiking through wildflowers in Breckenridge

Discover Summer Hiking in Breckenridge

Summer hiking is hard to beat. The intense greenery of native pines, firs and spruce trees pepper mountainsides while a rainbow of wildflowers decorate the meadows surrounding Breckenridge like a paint-by-number. Seriously. It’s truly an unforgettable time to experience our outdoor playground and its breathtaking views, waterfalls and wildlife—solo, or together. With hundreds of miles of trails in and around Breckenridge, there’s a trail perfect for you. Discover waterfall hikes, the best hikes for the kiddos, and where to watch the wildflowers bloom.

If you truly want to experience Breckenridge’s breathtaking beauty, hit the trails!

Summer Hiking in Breckenridge

There are hundreds of hiking trails in and around Breckenridge, which makes it easy to take part of one of the most popular summer activities. From gentle dirt roads to challenging summits, there are a wide variety of options for all types of hikers.

There’s a reason Colorado has been dubbed one of the best places in the U.S. to see wildflowers.

Wildflower Hiking in Breckenridge

A combination of late snow-melt, 300+ days of sunshine and high-alpine terrain make Colorado the perfect place for wildflowers to grow. The most commonly found wildflowers in Breckenridge usually start blooming in May and June as the snow starts to melt, and typically stick around through July and early August.

When the snow begins to melt in Breckenridge, the rivers start to roar.

Waterfall Hikes in Breckenridge

You don’t have to go too far to see the majestic sights and hear the noises of the cascading waterfalls. But depending on the time of year, you’re in for some very different experiences. Here are three Breckenridge waterfalls worth the trek, and the best times and ways to see them.

Beginner trails are a great way to spend your time in and around Breckenridge.

Best Hikes for Families

Take in the views and bring the whole family. If you’re brand new to hiking in the Rockies, we’ve compiled some of the best easy hiking trails in Breckenridge.
Local Tips
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Our most popular trails can get busy on the weekends. We recommend carpooling or busing to popular trailheads. If you are looking for more solitude than people on your hike, avoid top 10 lists while choosing a trail.

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Winter / Spring Hiking

Once the snow starts to fall, winter hikers add a pair of xc skis, snowshoes or winter boots to their gear list.

Breckenridge’s most wonderful time of the year offers the most stunning scenery for hiking. The snow-covered trees and mountains provide a fantasy playground for hikers and outdoor lovers. Be sure to look at Breckenridge’s winter trail maps before heading out into the wilderness.  As always, Breckenridge stands behind the Colorado Tourism Office’s Leave No Trace – Care for Colorado Principles to help maintain the natural beauty of our trails and forests.

Choosing a trail:

With hundreds of miles to choose from it can be hard to decide on which trails to explore.  Our best resources will give you ideas on where to go and how to prepare for your hike.

Hidden Gems & Off the Beaten Path Trails

You can find brag-worthy climbs, big views and more on any of the 200+ miles of trails in Breckenridge. Here are our favorite resources to check while choosing a trail.

Coming to town soon?  Stop by and pick up a trail map from the Breckenridge Welcome Center.

Local Tips
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Do your part to keep our trails amazing. Pack it in, pack it out. Or pick it up to leave a place better than you found it.

Winter Hiking

Leave No Trace

Thank you for following Leave No Trace principles during your visit.

We love our trails and hope you can show them some love by following the Colorado Tourism Office’s Leave No Trace principles before heading out and be prepared for your adventure.

Here are a few tips to remember before heading out:

  • Breckenridge has hundreds of miles of trails throughout town and nearby National Forest. By staying on the trails you’re helping natural areas stay natural.
  • Breckenridge is home to many furry residents. To keep them – and you – safe, you shouldn’t approach and observe them from a distance.
  • Any of our species of wildflowers will live forever in a photo. Snap away, but only with a camera.
downtown Breckenridge at dusk
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Embrace The Spirit

BLike Breckenridge™️ is a movement born of the spirit of our historic mountain town for those who call it home—whether for a weekend or a lifetime—to live by. It is a cause that connects us to each other, that we can all be a part of.