2026 Summit County Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)

#skitrip Breckenridge offers a winter experience that feels both energizing and soothing at the same time. The resort is huge, beautifully maintained, and packed with slopes that keep your adrenaline running all day ⛷️🔥. I loved the vibrant village area with cute shops, warm cafés, and friendly locals who make the experience even better. The gondola ride alone is stunning — floating above snowy treetops with panoramic mountain views. It’s a place where you can slow down, breathe in the fresh air, and still enjoy nonstop fun. ⭐ Verdict: A must-visit for winter adventurers looking for big mountains and big memories. 💛 Why I Recommend: You get the perfect mix of thrilling slopes, cozy village vibes, and stunning Colorado scenery.

#skitrip Breckenridge felt like stepping into a real-life snow globe ✨. The crisp mountain air, endless powdery slopes, and scenic alpine views instantly make you fall in love. I spent the day skiing down wide open trails, taking in the breathtaking Rocky Mountain scenery, and warming up with hot chocolate in between rides ☕🏔️. The resort atmosphere is welcoming, lively, and perfect whether you're here with friends, family, or just enjoying some solo winter therapy. The mix of beginner-friendly runs and challenging slopes keeps the experience exciting for every type of skier. ⭐ Verdict: A dreamy winter escape — peaceful, scenic, and full of adventure. 💛 Why I Recommend: Ideal for anyone wanting a balance of fun, relaxation, and mountain charm.

Breckenridge: A Mountain Moment That Stays With You Breckenridge feels like a place where a cozy town and a big mountain meet perfectly. The streets have that old-Colorado charm—wooden shops, warm cafés, and a friendly buzz that makes the whole place feel alive. Just above it, the ski resort spreads across wide, snowy slopes that offer everything from easy glides to fast, thrilling runs. The lifts carry you into views that look like layers of white peaks stretching forever. Getting there is simple and scenic. From Denver, the drive follows I-70 west through the mountains, then Highway 9 straight into town. As the road climbs and the air turns crisp, Breckenridge appears tucked at the base of the Tenmile Range—a small town with big mountain energy.

Loveland Pass: Where a Continent Breathes Sky. Loveland Pass hits you with that instant surge of altitude—thin air, fierce wind, and the Rockies stretching out like an endless frontier. Up here, the Continental Divide isn’t just a line on a map; it’s a rugged backbone splitting a continent in two. One step and the waters run west to the Pacific, another step and they race east toward the Atlantic. The road winds like a dare, climbing through sharp switchbacks and wide-open ridgelines. The peaks feel close enough to touch, and every gust of wind carries the thrill of the high country. Standing on the Divide at nearly 12,000 feet feels like claiming a moment on the roof of the West—wild, raw, and full of possibility.

#holidayitinerary Sapphire Point is a popular scenic overlook located in Colorado, USA, along the Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Parks. Panoramic Views: Sapphire Point offers stunning vistas of the Dillon Reservoir, the Tenmile Range, and the surrounding Rocky Mountains. It’s a favorite spot for photographers, especially during sunrise and sunset. #couplestrip #travel

#getgoing2025 Loveland Pass in Colorado is a scenic overlook that provides amazing views of the Continental Divide and Rocky Mountains. The drive to the point is not for the faint hearted but in the end you are well rewarded with the views. Once you are here you get panoramic views which will take your breath away. You can take lots of photos here. Apart from that, you can also hike. In winter, you can snowboard here. In all, it is a must visit for everyone visiting Colorado.

#wecreate #denver #colorado #america #mountains #breathtaking #view #tripblazers Outdoor enthusiasts should consider heading to denver colorado in summer! Definitely not winter as the city is situated in a higher elevation of more than 10,000 over feet. Although in summer, denver is still rather cold especially up in the mountains. Doing a road trip here is perfect. Head up towards the loveland pass where the Continental Divide is situated and you be soaked in the unblocked and amazing views around you. On a day with clear blue skies, don't be surprise to even see an airplane flying right across from qhere you stand.

#mytripvlog Beautiful overlook the mountains and lake in Dillon

#mytripvlog Beautiful fall color around Dillon Dam

Colorado is a place for adventure seekers who love to scale up mountains. Colorado has an elevation of 2000m and many of the hikes here can be difficult due to the high elevation altitude air. There is a hike called Quandary Peak located at Mc Cullough Gulch Rd, Breckenridge, CO 80424, which is the start of the trial. I will warn you that as a season hiker myself this isn't something taken easy, the walk up is easy without much climbing of rocks, it's more of a gradual walk up, about 1km till the peak the rocks get bigger and you have the Fiddle your way up. This hike is popular as you will see many locals doing the climb even on weekdays, parking is also limited where you might need to park along the road, do bring ample water as 1 way up could take you 3 - 4 hours due to the thin air, you be breathless, trust me. Once you reach the top you will see many other hikers like yourself taking a rest and enjoying the view above. Take all the time you want up there, because you deserve it! This hike is a MUST DO when you come to colorado denver. #passionpassport #musttry #hiking #colorado #peak #denver #naturalwonders #hike #viewfromabove #mountains #america #MyTripVlog