Breckenridge in Summer - My World

Breckenridge, a National Historic Town, was established in 1859 at the height of Colorado's Gold Rush. It's located in a valley rimmed by the Ten Mile Range to the west and the Continental Divide to the east and south. A bustling resort, especially in winter and summer, only 4,500 people live permanently within town limits. 

   In summer, the town takes advantage of a very short growing season (only 30 days without frost), to dress in colorful blooms. Blue skies predominate. Breckenridge records about 300 sunny days a year. Temperatures in summer rarely rise above 80 degrees.

Hanging plants and window boxes beautify businesses, many housed in restored historic buildings.

This tiny vegetable garden is flourishing along Main Street..

Buildings vary from old mining structures 

to intricate Victorians.

 The Blue River flows through town from its origin on Hoosier Pass, 12 miles to the south.
During the summer, the Breckenridge Music Institute performs at the Riverwalk Center.

The old gold dredge, now a restaurant, still sits on the Blue River along the Riverwalk.

Biking is a popular summer pastime for both tourists and locals.
Endless mountain bike trails and a well-maintained bike path linking other mountain communities appeal to both young and old.

Hiking is a wonderful way to experience Nature first-hand.

Tent behind garden on my property.

Camping in the deep, dark, and sometimes scary outdoors is also fun.

Especially if the tent's not too far from Grammy's back door!

My World