Things to Know Before Your Visit
Welcome to Breckenridge! As a sustainable travel destination, we are committed to preserving our natural environment while ensuring an enjoyable experience for all visitors. Here's what you need to know before you arrive:
Plastic Water Bottle Ban
To reduce plastic waste, Breckenridge has banned single-use plastic water bottles under one gallon. Please bring a reusable water bottle and take advantage of our refill stations located throughout town, including:
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Riverwalk Center
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Stephen C. West Ice Arena
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Breckenridge Recreation Center
Transportation & Getting Around
Breckenridge offers a variety of eco-friendly transportation options to help you navigate town sustainably:
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Free Bus Service: The Breckenridge Free Ride bus system connects key areas of town.
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Biking & Walking: Utilize our extensive network of bike lanes and pedestrian paths.
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E-bike & Car Share Services: Electric bikes and shared electric vehicles are available at multiple locations.
Recycling & Waste Reduction
We strive to be a zero-waste community. Help us by:
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Using the town's recycling bins.
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Composting food scraps at designated compost drop-off sites.
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Reusable Bags
Single use bags in Breckenridge cost 25 cents in an effort to discourage their use. The Town provides reusable bags to lodging and retail partners to ensure residents and visitors are never without.
