Blue River Bistro

Craving a cozy, nature-filled weekend getaway? Breckenridge, Colorado is calling your name. Scroll for the best coffee spots and hikes in town.

Autumn in Colorado is all about hunting those vibrant golden sparkles of Aspen leaves that cover the mountain meadows and hillsides. This guide gives you everything you need for a magical weekend getaway in/around Breckenridge, Co, filled with stunning scenery, crisp fall air, and some of the most luscious spots for viewing fall colors. Expect colors to peak in Breckenridge Sept 15-Oct 5 (ish), but you will still catch some magic if you visit up to a week outside these days. EMAIL me for a discount code! pupperscouts@gmail.com Breckenridge, Colorado, is a small former mining community turned world class ski destination. The downtown is adorable and walkable, filled with restaurants, shops, and scenic views galore. Visiting during fall means all the fun with smaller crowds than winter. Inside you'll find suggested itineraries for two days of fun, that include: -Lodging options -Restaurant options with fall-forward vibes (think Oktoberfest beers, seasonal menus, smokey flavors, & scenic views) -Best hikes for viewing foliage, all in the easy-moderate range of difficulty -Suggestions for scenic leaf-peeping drives -Suggestions for epic sunset-viewing spots The best part is that ALL of these spots are vetted and dog-friendly, meaning you never have to make arrangements for leaving your doggo behind if you don't want to. This is a living guide, and will be updated as more information is learned. This is a living guide. As I discover more, I'll add more. You only have to unlock it once, and you'll get all future updates.

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of Colorado! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things Colorado for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of: ☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries 🌮 Local cuisine 🏛️ Museums of all kinds 🌳 Gardens & parks 🛏️ Boutique hotels 🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!