60 Years of Innovation, Access and High Alpine

Age ain’t nothing but a number and, like a fine wine, we just keep getting better!
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60 Years of Breck

Since opening its slopes for the first time on Dec. 16, 1961, the resort has paved the way for innovation, access and high alpine adventure across its Five Peaks, from being on the forefront of new lift technology and installing the world’s first high-speed quad; to being the first major Colorado resort to welcome snowboarders in 1984; to providing unrivaled access to signature high alpine terrain with the introduction of the T-Bar, the Imperial Express, and the opening of Peak 6 in 2013. While the resort has grown and evolved over the decades with new lifts, new peaks, new experiences and beyond, guests can still find the same energy, sense of adventure, and spirit of community that draws people in from near and far to Breck. From the kick off of ski season with Wake Up Breck and Opening Day to Spring Finale, the resort plans to celebrate its 60th anniversary season all winter long from November through Memorial Day. #60yearsofBreck

Introducing the Freedom SuperChair – Coming Winter 2021-22

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Freedom and Independence.

Two words that go together like Peanut Butter and Jelly. Macaroni and Cheese. Batman and Robin.

Coming this winter, a brand-new chair creates a classic pair on Peak 7 – Freedom and Independence. The new Freedom SuperChair, alongside the existing Independence SuperChair, will provide guests the opportunity to experience the wide-open and rolling terrain of Peak 7 in a whole new way, and carve their own path down and across Breck’s expansive peaks.

The new Freedom SuperChair is set to debut for the upcoming winter and the resort’s 60th anniversary season. Located on the north side of Peak 7, the new lift will provide additional access to the popular peak and will be a game-changer for the interconnected, peak-to-peak experience at the resort. With the lower terminal located just below where the Lincoln Meadows and Monte Cristo trails meet, guests coming from Peak 6 will easily be able to hop on the new lift for quick access to Peaks 7 and 8. The lift will drop guests off just above the Pioneer Crossing restaurant. This investment at the resort will greatly enhance the on-mountain experience for skiers and riders, providing relief to the Independence SuperChair and the base of Peak 7, while improving the circulation of skiers and riders between Peaks 6, 7 and 8.

Construction of the new high-speed quad lift, manufactured by Leitner Poma, is underway this summer. The Freedom SuperChair is anticipated to open to the public in early winter this year, as soon as Peak 7 terrain is ready to open for the season.

About Peak 7

Experience the feeling of freedom on Peak 7! Below treeline the peak offers an intermediate’s paradise, where wide rolling groomers beckon skiers and riders to carve their own tracks down. Jump off the beaten, groomed path though and explore Ore Bucket on a powder day and we promise it’s just like striking gold.

When you’re ready to take it up a notch, ride the T-Bar and Imperial Express to new heights and discover Peak 7 heaven in the high alpine, with steep and expansive bowl skiing.

A Mountain of Capital Improvements

There’s always something new to experience in Breck. Whether it’s been a few years since your last visit, a year, or just a season, the resort and town are constantly evolving yet still manage to offer the same welcoming spirit and vibrant energy for locals and visitors year after year.

As we look forward to exciting future investments as the resort embarks on its 60th anniversary season, we’d be remiss not to highlight past ones in our recent history that have helped paved the way to where we are today.

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Peak 8 Base Area

The heart of the resort got a whole new beat in 2019 with an extensive makeover of the Peak 8 base area. Today, guests arriving to this central access point are greeted by escalators, an expanded plaza, brand-new skier services facilities and new amenities.
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Falcon SuperChair

For the 2017-18 winter season, Peak 10’s Falcon SuperChair was upgraded to a new high-speed, 6-passenger chairlift. The lift provides an easier and faster ride up this experts-only peak, where guests can find steep and fast groomers, moguls, and rugged natural and gladed terrain.
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Pioneer Crossing

The newest on-mountain restaurant at Breck serves up great food, drinks and killer views! The nearly 500-seat restaurant opened on Peak 7 in late December of 2016 and is easily accessible via the Independence SuperChair, and now the brand-new Freedom SuperChair this winter.
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Colorado SuperChair

One of Breck’s most popular chairs, the Colorado SuperChair, got a lift in 2014 with a new high-speed, 6-passenger chair, providing new life to the Peak 8 base area and central artery of access to the resort’s expansive terrain.
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Peak 6

In 2013, Breck’s signature Five Peaks came to life with the opening of Peak 6, one of the most notable terrain expansions in the past decade. The addition opened access to 1 new peak, 2 new chairlifts, and more than 500 acres of high-alpine, intermediate and expert bowl skiing.