The Breckenridge Open Space & Trails program started as a grassroots initiative by Breckenridge residents, who proposed an open space tax initiative in response to increasing development in the Town. In 1996, Breckenridge residents voted to add a permanent 0.5% sales tax for open space acquisition and management. The Open Space & Trails program was founded in 1997.
In 1997, Town of Breckenridge citizens voted to add a .5% sales tax to be used exclusively for open space acquisition and management. Since that time, 4,425 acres of land have been acquired and protected as public open space. Over 47 miles of trails have been built and maintained to provide public recreational access. Preserving and providing access to backcountry trails from most neighborhoods in Town has been a priority of the program. The program is overseen by the Breckenridge Open Space Advisory Commission (BOSAC) and the Breckenridge Town Council.
Preserve lands that define and enhance the unique mountain character of the Town of Breckenridge, with the objective of maintaining our community’s quality of life for present and future generations.
Strategic Goals
We value conservation as the foundation for protection of open space and natural resources.
We value access and the responsible use of open space for recreation that is safe, based on sustainable principles, and enhances the experience with proper etiquette and respectful behavior.
We are committed to facilitating the inclusion of all groups of people (both residents & visitors) with access to the OST system to enjoy recreation while learning about conservation.
We take pride in our approach, commitment, and diligence in the conservation and management of open space, hoping to inspire other communities with our leadership and influence, to do the same.
We value conservation as the foundation for protection of open space and natural resources.
We value access and the responsible use of open space for recreation that is safe, based on sustainable principles, and enhances the experience with proper etiquette and respectful behavior.
We are committed to facilitating the inclusion of all groups of people (both residents & visitors) with access to the OST system to enjoy recreation while learning about conservation.
We take pride in our approach, commitment, and diligence in the conservation and management of open space, hoping to inspire other communities with our leadership and influence, to do the same.
