Breckenridge Guide - Summit County Colorado

Breckenridge Area Information Guide

Breckenridge History

• Blue River Mining: Breckenridge and especially the Blue River became a hub of mining activity in the late 1800's long before skiing was introduced as the "cash cow" for the area.
• Historic Snowstorms: A huge winter storm means adventure for Colorado folk.
• Visit Breckenridge, Colorado: The spirit of Breckenridge Colorado, from Past to Present.
• Camp Hale: A training camp for the 10th Mountain Division who fought during World War II in Italy.
• Lomax Mine: The Lomax Mine, located on Ski Hill Road, has a complete collection of the equipment used in a typical hydraulic mining operation.
• Barney Ford Museum: Built in 1882 for Barney Ford a prominet black Coloradoan who became wealthy from his investment in the Oro mine and mill site in French Gulch.

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