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I stick to my well-founded view that Summit Countys Breckenridge is the place to enjoy the night life, to dine out, or engage in your choice of recreational activities whatever the season of the year. Before anyone thinks of favoritism, the claim is based on factual information like the survey with the residents of Summit County as respondents. The result was the basis for the Best of Summit County selection featured in Summit Daily News. Here are some of the 2008 awards categories where Breckenridge ranked high on top.

Truly the Best Ski Mountain: And to make the visit to Breckenridge eventful, make sure you take the time to visit the slopes. And Breckenridge Ski Resort is the locals favorite suggestion for skiing destination. Why Breck? you may ask.

To begin with, Breckenridge Ski Resort offers the appropriate terrain no matter what your level of skiing expertise is. You have the choice to be where you will be most comfortable or most challenged. You need not suffer from being intimidated by the breath-taking executions of the experts in the same way that the experts will not be bored by a slope that does not offer any excitement at all. A ski resort that offers its guests a breath-taking run from North Americas highest lift through a slope with exciting obstacles while enjoying the magnificent view certainly deserves to be called the best and the locals top choice.

As you would expect, the locals are proud of the Best Ski Mountain award and they welcome guests to join in them in celebrating whether over some drinks or a cup of coffee.

Best Place for People Watching: When on the mountains of Summit County do not fail to visit Breckenridges Main Street, chosen as the finest place to relax or enjoy in the county. No matter if you go there to buy food for breakfast or you are enjoying a few drinks before calling it a day, take note of the interesting view aside from the mountains.

Top Hiking Trail: If the best ski mountain in Summit County is not open during your visit, do not be upset because you can try what the locals consider as the countys best hiking trail, the Mohawk Trail. Bring sufficient food to provide the energy you will need as you hike the seven mile long trail and see the Continental Falls, the Mohawk Lake along the way as well as the magnificent view of Breckenridge as you turn to the north. Taking the trail is one way to know Breckenridge better.

Best Park: Breckenridges Carter Park is the best for Summit Countys locals for many reasons and not just because its their popular dog park. Breckenridge Park on High Street is the ideal place to have your picnic before playing your favorite sports and just right for running or exercise. The park has the perfect spot for all ” both the young and the old.

Best Golf Course: The 27-hole Breckenridge Golf Course designed by Jack Nicklaus in Summit County offers unequaled, high altitude golfing at 9,234 feet measured from sea level. If you play golf, you should experience how your ball flies with less gravity. It is not just the locals who sing their praises about Breckenridge Golf Course. In fact, it was the Colorado Golfer magazines choice as the Toughest Mountain Course.

You should realize that this is just a partial list of the bests that Breckenridge offers its visitors. When you plan to visit Summit County, contact one of the best in offering the ideal accommodations for you – Breckenridge vacation rentals. You cannot go wrong when you go with the best.

But, this list is not yet complete. When in Breckenridge, you will surely discover more to add to this list.

Monique Mertandes is a long-time resident of Breckenridge Colorado and is a continual source of the most affordable tips on the ski resort. She gives practical advice on planning a ski trip, such as how to find the most affordable Breckenridge condos.

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