Ask any local or tourist in town what their favorite part about Summit County is, and their answer is likely dependent on the community’s breathtaking natural environment. Both residents and visitors are protective and vocal.
WHAT: Hosted by the Colorado Tourism Office, the Colorado Governor’s Tourism Conference is an opportunity to connect with key players in Colorado’s tourism industry and report on the challenges and opportunities that impact one of state’s top economic drivers.
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Looking to explore Breckenridge? You’re in luck because there are tons of ways to explore the community without spending a dime. Here’s a taste of what the area has to offer.
Visit the Breckenridge troll
Your visit wouldn’t be complete without visiting the Breckenridge troll known as Isak Heartstone, the most popular outdoor art exhibit in Breckenridge. The troll is a 15-foot tall wooden sculpture created by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. To find him, locate the Trollstigen Trailhead near the Illinois Gulch Trailhead. There’s parking near the trailhead, or you can visit GoBreck.com
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The Breckenridge Tourism Office presented its 2021 expectation survey to the Breckenridge Town Council on Tuesday, May 25, focusing on tourism, the outdoors and quality of life for residents in a post-coronavirus era.
The survey was sent to more than 11,000 people, including year-round residents, second-home owners and residents of surrounding communities. It received 1,447 responses, with more than half coming from year-round residents of Breckenridge, though the survey is ongoing.
Jake Jorgenson, representative from RRC Associates, the data research firm that facilitated the survey, and Lucy Kay, CEO and president of the tourism office, presented the results to the council.