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
For a complete map of refill locations, click here.​
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.
Plan your route using our transportation guide.​
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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Supporting local sustainable businesses.
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Following the leave no trace principles. 7 Principles - Leave No Trace
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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.
