Frisco, Colorado

Summit County's Central Hub

Your Guide to Frisco

Lake Dillon, trails, and ski resort access

Frisco sits at the heart of Summit County, offering the best location for accessing multiple ski resorts. Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain, and A-Basin are all within 20 minutes. It's more affordable than staying slopeside and has its own mountain-town character.

Lake Dillon (Dillon Reservoir) defines the landscape. The marina offers sailing, paddleboarding, and kayaking in summer. The paved recreation path circles the lake and connects to an extensive trail network.

Main Street has restaurants, breweries, and shops without the crowds of Breckenridge. The Frisco Adventure Park offers tubing, Nordic skiing, and beginner ski lessons. At 9,097 feet, Frisco is high enough to feel like the mountains but lower than the resorts.

Explore Frisco

Lake, trails, and mountain access

LAKE

Lake Dillon

Mountain reservoir with marina, sailing, and paddleboarding. Stunning views of the Gore Range. Summer recreation hub.

SKI

Ski Resort Access

Central to Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper, and A-Basin. Free Summit Stage bus connects to all resorts.

TRAIL

Recreation Path

Paved path around Lake Dillon connects to miles of trails. Biking, walking, and cross-country skiing.

TOWN

Main Street

Local restaurants, breweries, and shops. More relaxed atmosphere than Breckenridge with mountain-town authenticity.

PARK

Adventure Park

Tubing hill, Nordic center, and beginner ski area. Family-friendly winter activities without resort prices.

PASS

Loveland Pass

Scenic drive over the Continental Divide at 11,990 feet. Access to A-Basin and backcountry skiing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning your Frisco visit

How far is Frisco from Denver?

About 75 miles via I-70, roughly 90 minutes without traffic. Ski weekend traffic can double that time.

Is Frisco cheaper than Breckenridge?

Generally yes, especially for lodging. You trade slopeside convenience for better prices and a quieter town. Free bus to Breck takes about 20 minutes.

Can you swim in Lake Dillon?

Yes, but it's cold—even in summer. The reservoir is Denver's water supply, so no motorized boats except the marina's sailboats.

What's the Summit Stage?

Free public bus connecting Frisco, Breckenridge, Keystone, Dillon, and Silverthorne. Great for getting to ski areas without parking hassles.

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