Town of Breckenridge Open Space and Trails

09/11/2026

What better way to enjoy this lovely Fall weather than with a cup of tea! Join the Naturalists for the last Medicinal Tea Time of the season- this Saturday, September 12th, at 2:30 PM at the Breckenridge Recreation Center.
In this fun, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to identify and forage common local plants and even craft your very own personalized tea blend to take home. You do NOT need a recreation center pass to attend this FREE program.
What you need to bring: Your favorite cozy tea mug!

RSVP here: https://breckost.com/event/230pm-tea-time-breck-rec-center-9-12

09/09/2026

September's Naturalist Newsletter is hot off the press! We've got a couple more guided hikes and a Tea Time at the Town of Breckenridge Recreation Department before the season wraps up.

See you on the trails!

09/01/2026

🍂 Heading to Aspen Alley for fall colors? Plan ahead! 🍂

To protect the trail, reduce congestion, and make your trip stress-free, a free seasonal shuttle will run daily for Aspen Alley this fall!

Dates: Sept 12 – Oct 3, 2026
Hours: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily
Route: Continuous loops between the Breckenridge Ice Rink & Wakefield Trailhead

Parking Guidance:
• Primary: Park at the Breckenridge Ice Rink / Illinois Creek TH to catch the shuttle.
• Overflow: Park free at the South Gondola Lot, hop on the Free Ride town bus to the Ice Rink, and transfer.
Note: Wakefield TH is closed to general parking (2 ADA spaces only).

Want to skip the shuttle? You can hike directly from the Ice Rink to the trailhead via the Illinois Creek or Southside trails (~1 mile each way).

Full shuttle schedule, route map, and parking details 👇

https://breckost.com/aspen-alley-seasonal-shuttle

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¿Vas a Aspen Alley a disfrutar de los colores otoñales? ¡Planifica con anticipación! Para proteger el sendero, reducir la congestión y que tu viaje sea más tranquilo, ¡un servicio de transporte gratuito funcionará diariamente en Aspen Alley este otoño!

Fechas: del 12 de septiembre al 3 de octubre de 2026
Horario: de 7:00 a 20:00 todos los días
Ruta: Circuitos continuos entre la pista de hielo de Breckenridge y el inicio del sendero de Wakefield
Indicaciones de estacionamiento:
• Principal: Estaciona en la pista de hielo de Breckenridge / inicio del sendero de Illinois Creek para tomar el autobús.

• Alternativa: Estaciona gratis en el estacionamiento de la góndola sur, toma el autobús gratuito hasta la pista de hielo y haz transbordo.

Nota: El inicio del sendero de Wakefield está cerrado al estacionamiento general (solo hay 2 espacios para personas con discapacidad).

¿Quieres evitar el autobús? Puedes caminar directamente desde la pista de hielo hasta el inicio del sendero a través de los senderos de Illinois Creek o Southside (aproximadamente 1,6 km en cada sentido). Horario completo del servicio de transporte, mapa de ruta e información sobre el estacionamiento 👇
https://breckost.com/aspen-alley-seasonal-shuttle

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

🍂 Heading to Aspen Alley for fall colors? Plan ahead! 🍂

To help protect the trail, manage congestion, and make leaf-peeping stress-free, a free seasonal shuttle will run daily for the Aspen Alley Trail this fall!

🗓 Dates: Sept 12 – Oct 3, 2026

🕖 Hours: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily

📍 Route: Continuous loops between the Breckenridge Ice Rink & Wakefield Trailhead

🚗Parking Info:

Primary: Park at the Breckenridge Ice Rink / Illinois Creek TH to catch the shuttle.
Overflow: Park free at South Gondola Lot, hop on the Free Ride town bus to the Ice Rink, and transfer!

⚠️Note: Wakefield TH lot will be closed to general parking (2 ADA spaces only).

Looking to beat the crowds? Check out these gorgeous alternative foliage trails:

🥾 Pence Miller

🥾 Hiker’s Gold / Mineral Hill

🥾 Minnie Mine / X10U8

🥾 McCullough Gulch

Link below for full shuttle details and parking guidance!

Fall in Breckenridge brings stunning golden foliage, and the Aspen Alley Trail is one of the premier spots to take it all in. To protect the surrounding natural environment, reduce traffic congestion, and ensure a seamless visit during peak leaf-peeping season, the Town of Breckenridge is implementi...

08/20/2026

The August Naturalist Newsletter is here! We've got a number of free hikes planned for the remainder of the month and into September, as well as two Medicinal Tea Times. Hope to see you out on the trails!

Register for hikes and events here:
https://breckost.com/events

08/06/2026

TRAIL NOTICE & VOLUNTEER DAY ON SAWMILL TRAIL

This Saturday, August 8th, the Friends of Breckenridge Trails team will be conducting a volunteer trail maintenance day on the Sawmill Trail! We’ll be working on trail restoration, pulling invasive weeds, building buck-and-rail fencing, and giving this well-loved trail some TLC from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

⚠️ Trail Advisory: The Sawmill Trail will remain open during work hours, but we highly encourage trail users to choose alternate routes or trails between 9 AM and 1 PM to help keep both our volunteer crew and trail users safe.

Want to pitch in and get your hands dirty with us? Join the crew! Learn more and sign up here: https://breckost.com/event/fobt-august-8th-sawmill-restoration-day

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep Breckenridge's trails looking great!

08/04/2026

Join the Friends of Breckenridge Trails this coming Saturday, August 8th, for a restoration day on the Sawmill Trail!

This well-loved trail could use a little TLC, and it takes our awesome community to keep Breck’s trail network in top shape. Whether you're a seasoned trail volunteer or brand new to trail work, come get your hands dirty and make a lasting impact on Sawmill Trail!

What we’ll be doing:
Building buck-and-rail fencing to prevent trail braiding
Limbing brush and pulling invasive weeds
Hands-on restoration work to improve the trail experience for everyone

📍 Where to Park: Bottom of the Snowflake Lift, 4 O’clock Rd (https://maps.app.goo.gl/FEKYwrFtbrsv18Lk6)
⏰ When: Saturday, August 8th | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🎒 What to bring: Sturdy work shoes/boots, layered clothing, work gloves, and plenty of water!
📩 Questions? Email [email protected] or call 970-547-3189