Breck's Five Peaks
FIVE PEAKS | ONE AWESOME MOUNTAIN
As you first make your way into town, it’s impossible to miss Breck’s massive Five Peaks cutting into the skyline. Part of the Rocky Mountain’s Ten Mile Range, Breck is comprised of Peaks 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10, spanning from North to South (Fun Fact: The northern-most peak in the Ten Mile Range starts with Peak 1 in Frisco and spans through the ski resort to the southern-most peak, Quandary, which is one of Colorado's famous 14ers). In winter, Breck’s Five Peaks are home to more than 180 trails for skiing and riding, plus a whole bunch of take-your-breath-away above-treeline terrain in our high alpine that offer views for days.
Our Five Peaks each offer their own style and personality, and together create endless opportunities to explore and discover new terrain and new adventures across nearly 3,000 acres.
Peak 6: The Gateway to the High Alpine
In 2013, Breck’s signature Five Peaks experience came to life with the opening of Peak 6 - one of the most notable terrain expansions at any ski area in the last decade! There is no base area here, so you have to work your way over from Peak 7, but we promise you won't be disappointed once you get there. Peak 6 is where advanced-intermediates can get their first taste of high alpine bliss (literally, there is a run called Bliss) and where experts can take on heart-pounding, no-fall-zones in the Six Senses. Above treeline? We've got that! Hike-to terrain? We've got that, too! Great tree skiing? You guessed it! We've got it! We don't like to play favorites with our peaks, but Peak 6 definitely holds a special place in our hearts (shhh, don't tell Peaks 7, 8, 9 and 10).
Peak 7: Get Up and Go
No fuss. Hit the mountain fast! Sure, there are amenities here if you need lift tickets, rentals or a break to refuel during the ski day, but Peak 7 is our smaller, more understated base area and a great place to get your day started on snow if you're ready to get up and go. Below treeline, Peak 7 is an intermediate’s paradise serviced by the Independence SuperChair and the brand-new Freedom SuperChair (woot woot!). Say hello to perfect corduroy and wide rolling trails for cruising. Take it up a notch and above treeline with the Tbar and Imperial Express though, and you'll find Peak 7 heaven in the high alpine, with steep and expansive bowl skiing. Up there, the short hikes are well-worth the snowy rewards. Pro Tip: Starting at Peak 7 is also the fastest way to get over to Peak 6.
Peak 8: The Heart
The heartbeat of the resort and hub of all the action - whether you’re starting small, going big or going huge (either way, you definitely won’t want to go home!). Our biggest base area and the central artery of the mountain, here you'll find our newest resort facilities including our lift ticket and season pass office, Ski and Ride School headquarters, and Breck Sports Rental and Retail. Peak 8 offers something for everyone, from beginners to experts, from groomers to high alpine bowl skiing, and everything in between. Do a little snow dance for Ullr at the base and then get the goods at the top of our most prominent and iconic peak by taking a ride on the Imperial Express. Where else in the world can you ski from the highest chairlift in North America and directly into town for après? If your answer was 'nowhere', you would be correct!
Peak 9: Learning and Progression
One of the best places to learn to ski and ride! Peak 9 is the closest base area to downtown Breck, and it is literally just a hop, skip and a jump between the ski slopes and Main Street. Home to two small base areas, the Village and Beaver Run, both offer lift tickets, Ski & Ride School and rental facilities. The lower half of Peak 9 offers mellow learning terrain and family-friendly zones, while the upper half offers wide-open intermediate terrain that fosters progression. Peak 9 also has some of the most chairlifts of any peak on the mountain, providing a ton of options to hit the trails and easy access to Peaks 8 and 10. Start and end your day right in town on Peak 9.
Peak 10: The Wild Child
Accessed by the 6-passenger Falcon SuperChair, Peak 10 is a hub of advanced terrain and one of the most lap-able peaks on the mountain to stack up your vert! Head straight down the middle and under the lift line for smooth, steep groomers that will have you cruising at altitude. Or, venture over to the northside or southside of Peak 10 where you'll find natural and rugged terrain, including rock outcroppings, glades, massive bumps and moguls. Don't worry though, after your legs are burning, kick back and relax at Ten Mile Station for a bite to eat or a cheers for earning the burn.
Breck's High Alpine Terrain
Above Treeline: The Story of Breck's High Alpine
Chapter One
Chapter Two
Ski patrol recounts the tragic avalanche accident in 1987 and the precautions, and advancements, set in place after.
Chapter Three
Learn how the development and installment of the Imperial Express defied odds and set the bar higher for ski experiences world-wide.
Chapter Four
Explore the building process and challenges of developing Peak 6.
Chapter Five
Check out the snow-safety and avalanche control work that goes into Breck's high alpine terrain management.
Chapter Six
Hear how the community embraces the high alpine terrain and what their favorite spots are.
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