Arapaho Basin Elevation - 11,000 Feet
Breckenridge Elevation - 9,603 Feet
Copper Mountain Elevation - 9,712 Feet
Dillon Elevation - 9,111 Feet
Frisco Elevation - 9,075 Feet
Keystone Elevation - 9,280 Feet
Loveland Ski Area Elevation - 10,800 Feet
Silverthorne Elevation - 8,730 Feet
So, you're understandably excited to hit the slopes in Breckenridge, but do you worry you'll have a hard time adjusting to the elevation - or even get sick? Altitude sickness happens when your body doesn't adapt well to high altitudes. Since the air pressure is lower at high altitudes, your body may struggle to absorb much-needed oxygen. This can cause disorientation, headaches, nausea, shortness of breath and weakness. In severe cases people have been hospitalized.
There are many ways to get used to the altitude so you can still enjoy your getaway. Here are some tips to get acclimated so you can focus on having fun!