January 09, 2009

ANOTHER Summit County Cross-Country Ski Trail

Summit's Boreas Pass Trail

After living in beautiful Summit County for over 5 years, I decided to try cross country skiing for the first time. I went with a friend of mine, also a beginner. It was a beautiful, blue sky Colorado day and our trail of choice was Boreas Pass in Breckenridge.

It wasn't long before we got a glimpse of our first great view. Through the trees we saw the Breckenridge Ski Area.

Scenic Breckenridge ski area view

Just a little farther up the Pass we saw Goose Pasture Tarn.
breckenridge co ski area

We took it slow, stopping along the way to take pictures. Before we knew it we were approaching Bakers Tank, a perfect spot to turn around. We had gone approximately 3 and a half miles!

Bakers Tank on Boreas Pass

A little historical info.....
Bakers Tank historic marker

We were lucky enough to meet some other "winter enthusiasts" at the Tank and they took a picture for us!
My friend and I at Bakers Tank on Boreas Pass.

All in all, I'd say our day of cross-country skiing was a success! I would suggest going LESS than 7 miles round trip for a first timer though. I certainly appreciated some ibuprofen that night......and the next day. :-)

Blog by: Victoria Meadows


	Summit County, Colorado Official Government Website
	Website that details our great county
	http://www.co.summit.co.us/

	Bakers Tank Winter Trail Review
	A review of Breckenridge's famous Bakers Tank trail
	http://thoos.com/guides/boreas-pass-winter-trailhead-to-bakers-tank

	Cross Country Ski Areas Association
	All you need to know about where to cross country ski in the United States and Canada, recommended equipment and how to begin Nordic Skiing.
	http://www.xcski.org

	Boreas Pass Trail Preview
	Great trail for snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
	http://www.trails.com/tcatalog_trail.aspx?trailid=HGR309-153

	Breckenridge Resort Chamber
	All about Breckenridge...town maps, travel plans, lodging, local weather and activities.
	http://www.gobreck.com

	Breckenridge Ski Area - Vail Resorts
	Official site for Breckenridge Ski Area (Vail Resorts Management); snow report, ski school, terrain park, events and activities.
	http://breckenridge.snow.com

Topic Tags: Bakers Tank, Blue River, Boreas Pass, Breckenridge, Breckenridge ski area, cross country skiing, cross-country skiing, Goose Pasture Tarn

by Ken Deshaies

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