Fitting To A Family Ski - Snowboarding Vacation Budget. Summit County vacation condos come in all sizes and shapes to fit a family budget, with some owners leasing directly to visitors.
Affordable family rates can be found for vacation condos with ammenities such as clubhouse, hot tubs, indoor heated pools and spectacular mountain views, that are close to destination ski resorts - Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, and Keystone.

An owner-direct vacation condo is one way to get an owners-pride upgraded condo at a discount or family-affordable price. Availability may also be better in some cases since many owner-direct condos rely on word-of-mouth and repeat business advertizing. Click here if you are looking for Vacation Lodging - Owner Direct or Discounted Condo Rentals
or if you are already a Summit County vacation property owner.

Summit County is Colorado’s Playground boasting four destination ski & golf resorts

Vail Ski & Golf Resort and Loveland Ski Area are also very accessible and close by. Vail is served by public transportation from Breckenridge and Frisco, CO in Summit County.

The legendary steep and deep powder of Wolf Creek Ski Resort and Steamboat Ski & Golf Resort are both within a several-hour scenic drive - suitable for overnight trips. With free local transportation and everything close by, Summit County is the ideal vacation destination because it offers affordable vacation lodging and primary home & vacation homes for the whole family.

Activities in Summit County include alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, biking, mountain biking, white water rafting, golf, tennis, swimming, boating, sailing, hiking, fishing, fly fishing, horseback riding, shopping, wildlife viewing, hiking, rock climbing, racketball, relaxing, ice skating, sledding, dog sledding, ice fishing, ice sailing, winter sports, summer sports.

Alpine Skiing - Snowboarding - and Telemark Skiing are three winter activities that families, groups, couples and individuals enjoy in the Rocky Mtns of Summit County, CO. We hope you will enjoy these fun Music Videos of alpine skiing, snowboarding, and telemark skiing at Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, and Wolf Creek, CO.

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Breckenridge Ski & Golf Resort

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World-Class Skiing & Snowboarding at Breckenridge Resort - Breckenridge Cams

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Explore one of four inter-connected peaks of amazing skiing and riding andworld class terrain parks. From the high Alpine bowls of Peak 7 to the best learning terrain in Colorado, Breckenridge makes alpine adventures a reality.
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Improvements over the past few years include the mining-themed TenMile Station Restaurant and the nations only double-loading six-passenger chairlift. This season’s improvements are highlighted by a new and improved children’s Ski & Ride School and nursery facility. Located at the base of Peak 9 in The Village at Breckenridge Resort, the state-of-the-art expansion consolidates check-in, ticketing, equipment rental, retail and meeting places into one convenient location. Other improvements include expanded snowmaking, new ski check facilities and additional snowcats.

After a day on the slopes, enjoy the town of Breckenridge - Colorado’s oldest mining-turned-ski resort. Downtown Breckenridge is one of the state’s largest National Historic Districts, with 171 structures that date back to the town’s mining heyday - over on hundred years ago. The town also has a vibrant nightlife scene with over 80 bars and restaurants to choose from.

A Breckenridge lift ticket allows access to five of Colorado’s top resorts on one ticket (Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone Resort and Arapahoe Basin). That’s over 11.000 acres of incredible terrain for one great price, and all easily accessible via a convenient shuttle service. A one or two day ticket is valid at Breckentridge, Keystone and Ararpahoe Basin; while a three
day or more ticket gives you these three resorts plus at least one day at Vail or Beaver Creek.

Breckenridge guests can also participate in the PEAKS at Vail Resorts program (valid at Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek and Keystone). Warn PEAKS points on select purchases throughout the resorts for memebers only discounts on lift tickets and special offers all year long. For last minute deals and more information on the PEAKS card visit the website.

Breckenridge Ski & Ride School

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Breckenridge’s 500-plus instructors teach the latest techniques in alpine skiing, telemark skiing and snowboarding. The resort recently enhanced amenities for beginner skiers and riders with the Quicksilver Super6, a high speed double-loading six-person chairlift that serves exclusivlty beginner terrain.

Adult ski and snowboard lessons are divided by ablility level, offered in a half-day of full-day format. Children’s lessons begin at age three for skiing and age seven for snowboarding.

Video analysis is free for intermediate and advanced private, group and signature classes. Offered though the Enrichment Center located on Peak 9’s Sundown run, a video analysis is a great self-assurance tool for revising new techniques.

A variety of theme days and special adventures are adapted in Breckenridge’s ski school programs for children, making lessons educational and entertaining while improving skills and raising confidence levels. Theme day topics include safety, race training and environmental education.

Nastar Races and Self - Timed Courses

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NASTAR races are held each day on Lower American, just below Union Road on Peak 9. The course is 900 feet long. Terrain Parksh2

The Breckenridge SuperPipe - This super half-pipe features a 15-degree slope, 15 foot high walls and 17-foot transitions and was recently rated the best in North America by Snowboarder Magazine. It is difficult to miss, towering above the base of Peak 8.

Freeway Terrain Park - Located on Peak 8, highlights include large park style jumps, table tops and rail features with music and vending machines.

Gold King - Peak 9 contains an easier park with more subdued hits and features for the budding free rider / skier.

Disabled Skiing & Outdoor Adaptive Education Programs

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The Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center’s (BOEC) adaptive ski program for mentally and physcially challenged individuals is one of the most advanced and personalized in the world. Instruction includes mono-skiing, bi-skiing, sit-skiing, three-track and four-track skiing and snowboarding. 1.800.383.BOEC

Clinics & Seminars

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Women’s Ski Seminars - Created and taught by and for women, these three-day seminars address learning needs specific to women.

Silver Skiing Seminar - These unintimidating two-day seminars are specificallydesigned for those 50 and older of all skiing abilities and are taught by senior instructors. Includes guest speakers, video ananlysis and a group dinner with new-found friends.

Telemark Clinics - These half day and full-day clinics are designed for the outdoor enthusiast looking to try something new or improving existing skills. Classes are held Saturdays beginning in January at the Peak 8 Ski School.

Snowboard Sessions - Try a specialized two-day camp during the Vans Triple Crown of Snowboarding and Chevy Trucks U.S. Snowboard Grand Prix. Participants will learn proper freestyle technique and advanced riding skills. An event VIP pass and access to athlete facilities is also included.

Burton Learn to Ride (LTR) - Breckenridge Ski & Ride School and aBuron Snowboards are offering the board manufacturer’s exclusive LTR program which uses special equipemnt, certified instructors and low instructor-student ratios to achieve unparalleled success.

Backsountry Skills Workshops / Hut Trips - Babes in the Backcountry provides women with the tools and knowledge necessary to make educated decisions in the backcountry in a non-competitive, supportive learning environment. Hut nights, telemark instuction and meals are included.

Groups and Conferences

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Conference and meeting room facilities are available at several Breckenridge hotel and condominium complexes including:

The Village at Breckenridge - Features 30,000 sq. ft. of conference space, break-out rooms, ski-in/ski-out access, complete catering, recreational facilities and audio-visual equipment.

Beaver Run Resort - Offers Breckenridge’s largest conference space including 35,000 sq. ft. with 20 break-out rooms and exhibit space. These facilities can handle 1,000 people receprtion-style and 650 people for banquet-style special events.

The Great Divide Lodge - - Features 14,000 sq. ft. of versatile meeting and event space accommodating groups as large as 400 reception-style, 300 banquet-style and 250 classroom style.

Conferees bringing family members or looking to mix business with pleasure, can arrange for dinner sleigh rides in winter and dinner hay-rides in summer, dog-sledding, white-water rafting, historical walking tours, four-wheeling and
mine tours. Call 877.864.0868.

On-mountain group activities include BBQ lunches with private seating or coupon lucnches that let you roam the entire mountain. The staff can help your group save on lodging, lift tickets, rentals and Ski & Ride School. You can begin a day at the NASTAR course or finish the evening with a quaint Dinner Sleigh Ride. All of these activities can be arranged by our Group Lodging & Sales Managers. Call 1.800.789.7669.

All information is subject to change and should be independently verified.

Ski Area Statistics

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Keystone Ski Area Statistics

A-Basin Ski Area Statistics

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Base Elevation 9300 FT
Summit Elevation 12,200 FT
Vertical Drop 2,900
Snowmaking 956 ACR
Skiable Area 1,861 ACR
Number Of Trails 116
Night Skiing Trails 17
Longest Run 3.5 MI
Number of Lifts 23

A-Basin Ski Area Statistics

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Base Elevation 10,780 FT
Summit Elevation 13,050 FT
Vertical Drop 2,270 FT
Skiable Area 490 ACR
Number Of Trails 66
Longest Run 1.5 MI
Number of Lifts 5

Breckenridge Ski Area Statistics

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Base Elevation 9,600 FT
Summit Elevation 12,998 FT
Vertical Drop 3,398 FT
Snowmaking 539 ACR
Skiable Area 2,043 ACR
Number Of Trails 139
Longest Run 3.5 MI
Number of Lifts 25

Copper Mountain Ski Area Statistics

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Base Elevation 9,712 FT
Summit Elevation 12,313 FT
Vertical Drop 2,601 FT
Snowmaking 380 ACR
Skiable Area 2,450 ACR
Number Of Trails 125
Longest Trail 2.8 MI
Number of Lifts 23

Loveland Ski Area Statistics

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Base Elevation 10,600 FT
Summit Elevation 13,010 FT
Vertical Drop 2,410 FT
Skiable Area 1,365 ACR
Number Of Trails 70
Number of Lifts 11

Ski Cooper Ski Area Statistics

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Base Elevation 10,500 FT
Summit Elevation 11,700 FT
Vertical Drop 1,200 FT
Skiable Area 400 ACR (lift served)

All information is subject to change and should be independently verified.

Location	Mountain Side, Frisco, Colorado (Rocky Mountains, Near Summit County’s Major Ski Resorts)
Accommodations	Condo - 1 Bedroom - Loft - 1 Bath - (Sleeps 2 - 6)
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Contact Owner Direct	Toll Free (866) 728-3276
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Reservations	Most Major Credit Cards Accepted
Ammenities	Fireplace, Phone, Cable TV, DVD/VCR, CD Player, Full Kitchen, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Blender, Cooking Utensils, Linens provided, Hot Tub, Covered Parking. Shared Hot Tub, Pool, Clubhouse facilities.
Activities (on site or nearby)	Skiing, cross-country skiing, biking, mountain biking, white water rafting, white water kayaking, golf, tennis, swimming, boating, sailing - 10 minute walk to Frisco’s Lake Dillon Marina, hiking, fishing, fly fishing, horseback riding, shopping, wildlife viewing, hiking, rock climbing, racketball, relaxing, ice skating, sledding, dog sledding, ice fishing, ice sailing, winter sports, summer sports.

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