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What to expect weather wise in Breckenridge last week of June ... and Diamox?
Posted on 6/14/21 at 8:23 am
Posted on 6/14/21 at 8:23 am
Going to Breckenridge for the first time June 27 to July 4 and not really sure what to expect with the weather and elevation and how to pack.
Expected daily average will be highs mid 70s and lows mid 40s.
We will be hiking a lot ... Monte Cristo Gulch, Black Powder Pass at the Boreas Pass, McCullough Gulch, Spruce Creek to Mohawk Lakes, maybe Peak 8, so we will be getting up there in elevation.
I’m thinking shorts plus carry a light fleece and rain jacket? And if we go straight to dinner, will it be too cold for shorts?
I’m sure I’m overthinking this but we are restricted with luggage size (seven adults in one rental car) so trying to pack carefully.
Also, do you recommend we take Diamox for the trip as an altitude sickness preventative? We’re from Louisiana and have been to Steamboat and Estes Park/RMNP without issue, but I believe Breckenridge is higher.
Expected daily average will be highs mid 70s and lows mid 40s.
We will be hiking a lot ... Monte Cristo Gulch, Black Powder Pass at the Boreas Pass, McCullough Gulch, Spruce Creek to Mohawk Lakes, maybe Peak 8, so we will be getting up there in elevation.
I’m thinking shorts plus carry a light fleece and rain jacket? And if we go straight to dinner, will it be too cold for shorts?
I’m sure I’m overthinking this but we are restricted with luggage size (seven adults in one rental car) so trying to pack carefully.
Also, do you recommend we take Diamox for the trip as an altitude sickness preventative? We’re from Louisiana and have been to Steamboat and Estes Park/RMNP without issue, but I believe Breckenridge is higher.
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Posted on 6/14/21 at 8:56 am to amgslg
I’ve gotten hail near Breck in July and had to wear a down jacket. I’d be prepared for a lot.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 9:32 am to amgslg
quote:good choice. Could be in the 80’s or 40 and raining.
carry a light fleece and rain jacket?
Always bring a way to keep warm, dry and hydrated.
Drink plenty water, plenty carbs, hike high sleep low for altitude.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 11:43 am to Nodust
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carry a light fleece and rain jacket?
good choice. Could be in the 80’s or 40 and raining.
Always bring a way to keep warm, dry and hydrated.
Drink plenty water, plenty carbs, hike high sleep low for altitude.
Agree here. If I had limited packing space I'd have a good light base layer, down/synthetic/fleece layer, and a lightweight hard shell. Bring shorts and pants. A light wool beanie is also good the throw in. Skip the diamox unless you have a history of altitude problems or are planning to camp at 12k the first night (which would be a terrible plan). Easy on the booze.
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seven adults in one rental car
Posted on 6/14/21 at 12:14 pm to amgslg
I was just in vail and breck this weekend
Hot during the day and chilly at nite
all you need is a fleece or light jacket for the evening
Hot during the day and chilly at nite
all you need is a fleece or light jacket for the evening
Posted on 6/14/21 at 1:06 pm to cgrand
It's especially warm right now.
With the drought in the west and it not quite evening monsoon season, I'd expect it to be a little warmer than normal. In the summer, even normal isn't bad. You'll dip to the 40s at night.
With the drought in the west and it not quite evening monsoon season, I'd expect it to be a little warmer than normal. In the summer, even normal isn't bad. You'll dip to the 40s at night.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 1:22 pm to amgslg
I would have up to three layers. A soft shell. A puffy, and a vest.
Fleece isn’t too common in the mountains, but only because it’s bulkier, and harder to layer.
Wear merino wool base layers.
Pack plenty of wool socks. And be aware, animals will run off with them at night. If you leave them out.
Also sandals. I had a porcupine run off with my rainbows once.
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You won’t feel dehydrated, when you’re dehydrated.
I’ve found that pace drops when I’m dehydrated though. So if my feet feel heavy, I’ll stop for water.
I bring a jetboil on my day hikes. It’s a fun quality of life improvement, when you can make a hot lunch at the summit.
Fleece isn’t too common in the mountains, but only because it’s bulkier, and harder to layer.
Wear merino wool base layers.
Pack plenty of wool socks. And be aware, animals will run off with them at night. If you leave them out.
Also sandals. I had a porcupine run off with my rainbows once.
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You won’t feel dehydrated, when you’re dehydrated.
I’ve found that pace drops when I’m dehydrated though. So if my feet feel heavy, I’ll stop for water.
I bring a jetboil on my day hikes. It’s a fun quality of life improvement, when you can make a hot lunch at the summit.
This post was edited on 6/14/21 at 1:34 pm
Posted on 6/14/21 at 3:14 pm to Lima Whiskey
Going to Breckenridge at the end of this week. My first time. Plan on hiking, sightseeing, etc. Can't wait
Posted on 6/14/21 at 5:00 pm to Crawdaddy
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Going to Breckenridge at the end of this week. My first time. Plan on hiking, sightseeing, etc. Can't wait
Going in July. What's on your agenda? We're looking for ideas. Already looking at Peak 8, rafting in Buena Vista, maybe a train ride, any number of hikes...
Posted on 6/14/21 at 5:06 pm to Crawdaddy
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Going to Breckenridge at the end of this week.
Should finally cool down some by then, thanks to the same thing that is going to turn that tropical thing into Louisiana.
Not that it's going to seem hot to you, but it is fricking dry as hell right now. That too should be a little better come late this week.
What are your plans?
I'm living not too far from Breck (well as the crow flies, it's a good 1.5 he to actually get there) for the summer. Would be happy to give any advice.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 5:51 pm to amgslg
I recommend a puffer, specifically a Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody, all the time. It packs down to nothing and maintains heat even when wet. That’s likely overkill though if you are on a trail with moderate traffic.
It’s been crazy hot the last two weeks. Having something light and breathable to cover you arms and head would be smart. The sun is brutal.
Fleece ain’t worth a shite.
It’s been crazy hot the last two weeks. Having something light and breathable to cover you arms and head would be smart. The sun is brutal.
Fleece ain’t worth a shite.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 5:57 pm to pjab
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Having something light and breathable to cover you arms and head would be smart. The sun is brutal.
This.
It will cool off some (plus storms) early next week but until then, the brutality will continue.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 6:31 pm to Duke
Re the itinerary, we are two parents in our 50s with three kids in their 20s and two of their spouses.
Day 1: fly in, lunch at Clear Creek Cidery in Idaho Springs, grocery shop, check in to the rental house [halfway between Breckenridge and Frisco]. It’s the “miners peak residence” and looks really nice.
Day 2: Shuttle to Vail Pass and bike ride down to Frisco booked with Alpine Sports. We plan to stop on the bikes at Copper Mountain for lunch. Any suggestions? Maybe ride the Copper Mountain Coaster if the one isn’t long. Head to Frisco on bikes and hopefully hit a brewery before the bike shuttle return. Hike Barton Creek Loop (optional)
Day 3: Ride Breck Connect gondola, eat lunch at Sky Hill Grill, take Super Chair up and then partially hike Peak 8 as far as the kids want to go. Come back down and do The Escape Room in town then dinner ressie at Michael’s Italian. Breckenridge Brewery after dinner [do they have a bar area we could sit at just for drinks?]
Day 4: Hike Blue Lakes to Monte Cristo Gulch, picnic lunch, then Fat Bike Brewery and Distillery Tour in Breck. We should hit the Distillery for happy hour so will probably just eat burgers while there for dinner.
Day 5: Drive to top of Boreas Pass then do the Black Powder Pass hike at the top. Picnic lunch. On return, stop at The Canteen for dinner. They don’t take ressies.
Day 6: Hike McCullough Gulch, picnic lunch. Dinner at Two Below Zero chuck wagon show in Frisco.
Day 7: current plan to hike Spruce Creek to Mohawk Lakes, but we may be hiked out at that point. If so, would rent bikes and ride around Dillon Lake. Dinner in.
Original plan was to whitewater raft but they only fit 6 and we have 7 and nobody wanted to be odd man out. Also was going to horseback ride but I’m paying for everything and it would be an additional $800 or so just for a 90 minute ride, and seemed kind of lame when we could see the same things on our feet for free. Zip Lining was strongly considered too, but would be even more than the horseback riding so we all decided we wanted more hiking ... and more bar tabs!
Any tips would be appreciated!
Day 1: fly in, lunch at Clear Creek Cidery in Idaho Springs, grocery shop, check in to the rental house [halfway between Breckenridge and Frisco]. It’s the “miners peak residence” and looks really nice.
Day 2: Shuttle to Vail Pass and bike ride down to Frisco booked with Alpine Sports. We plan to stop on the bikes at Copper Mountain for lunch. Any suggestions? Maybe ride the Copper Mountain Coaster if the one isn’t long. Head to Frisco on bikes and hopefully hit a brewery before the bike shuttle return. Hike Barton Creek Loop (optional)
Day 3: Ride Breck Connect gondola, eat lunch at Sky Hill Grill, take Super Chair up and then partially hike Peak 8 as far as the kids want to go. Come back down and do The Escape Room in town then dinner ressie at Michael’s Italian. Breckenridge Brewery after dinner [do they have a bar area we could sit at just for drinks?]
Day 4: Hike Blue Lakes to Monte Cristo Gulch, picnic lunch, then Fat Bike Brewery and Distillery Tour in Breck. We should hit the Distillery for happy hour so will probably just eat burgers while there for dinner.
Day 5: Drive to top of Boreas Pass then do the Black Powder Pass hike at the top. Picnic lunch. On return, stop at The Canteen for dinner. They don’t take ressies.
Day 6: Hike McCullough Gulch, picnic lunch. Dinner at Two Below Zero chuck wagon show in Frisco.
Day 7: current plan to hike Spruce Creek to Mohawk Lakes, but we may be hiked out at that point. If so, would rent bikes and ride around Dillon Lake. Dinner in.
Original plan was to whitewater raft but they only fit 6 and we have 7 and nobody wanted to be odd man out. Also was going to horseback ride but I’m paying for everything and it would be an additional $800 or so just for a 90 minute ride, and seemed kind of lame when we could see the same things on our feet for free. Zip Lining was strongly considered too, but would be even more than the horseback riding so we all decided we wanted more hiking ... and more bar tabs!
Any tips would be appreciated!
Posted on 6/14/21 at 7:02 pm to amgslg
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Any tips would be appreciated!
First of all...some of you people exhaust me with your planning.
I'll remind you if you are coming from near sea-level, don't get too ambitious early on. Vail pass is downhill all the way, so that's going to be nice. The problem with Copper is it is only the resort there and you will pay for lunch accordingly. Eat in Frisco, bring snacks.
Check out Angry James brewery in Silverthorne at some point. I know the owner, he brews a damn fine beer.
Otherwise most of your days strike me as a reasonable plan. It'll be pretty.
For that last day, might I suggest going for a little scenic loop in the car (assuming you have a rental).
Go south over Hoosier Pass. It's pretty easy as far as these passes go and fully paved. Ride it into Park County and see the wide openness at like 9000' with the Mosquito Range on your right.
You'll keep with US 285 across Trout Creek Pass (you won't even know it's a pass) and it comes down with a hell of a view of Mt. Princeton (it's a pretty impressive mountain). You're on the south end of Buena Vista by that point. I would suggest eating in BV, where there are options.
Go north on US 24 toward Leadville. Any of the turnoffs will be pretty.
When you get to CO 82 (Independence Pass, it is the road to Apsen), take the left. Go into Twin Lakes and maybe up the Lake County side of Independence Pass. It's a spectacular view. Do note, the road is pretty narrow with no guard rail and a pretty steep drop off at points.
Come back down and up to Leadville. Get out and walk around. Get a drink at the Saloon or one of the other bars on Harrison (US 24) in town.
Eventually, you'll go the direct way up Fremont Pass (this is a pretty easy pass too) to Copper Mountain. Then back to Frisco.
Easily done 9-4 with room for stops. Takes you by the highest mountains in the Rockies. It's beautiful and a pretty easy drive.
There are breweries all along the drive too.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 9:09 pm to Duke
That route sounds very nice.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 9:19 pm to Crawdaddy
It's a nice way to see some pretty stuff without having to work too hard as the driver. You could do it straight through in a little over there hours, but you'll want to stop.
There are variations that are a little harder to a lot harder depending how much time you got and how willing you're willing to go on 4wd roads.
There are variations that are a little harder to a lot harder depending how much time you got and how willing you're willing to go on 4wd roads.
Posted on 6/14/21 at 11:19 pm to Duke
We came through the Hoosier Pass on our way into Breck on Saturday. It was amazing. We have a couple of unplanned days ahead. This route seems perfect. 
Posted on 6/14/21 at 11:30 pm to gsadle5
If you have all wheel drive, a nice alternate is to take US 24 out of Leadville. Go over Tennessee Pass until you get to Redcliffe. You can hit this dirt road (it's in good condition, but I would take a vehicle with a little bit of clearance and all wheel drive. It's called Shrine Pass, and it'll connect you back to I70 at the top of Vail Pass.
Hell of a view of the Mount of the Holy Cross.
Also, go all the way over Independence Pass and back. There's a reason Aspen is Aspen, as the Roaring Fork valley will attest to.
Hell of a view of the Mount of the Holy Cross.
Also, go all the way over Independence Pass and back. There's a reason Aspen is Aspen, as the Roaring Fork valley will attest to.
Posted on 6/15/21 at 6:45 pm to Duke
Diamox is a lifesaver for me. I am a little overweight and workout 3 days a week. I usually feel bad and even got HAPE a few years back which led to the diamox. 100% better with starting diamox a day before ascent.
Posted on 6/15/21 at 7:02 pm to amgslg
Thanks everyone for the great tips. We are excited to get away from this heat and have all the kids together since it has been a while. Duke’s driving tour looks awesome … I think we will sub it for a hiking day for sure.
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