Sundown (Room 411)

Julia Anna Moore
Jan 1
3 min read

How to get to Sundown

Sundown is a blue run that can be accessed by any of the lifts on Peak 9. It’s a less bust blue run and you can cut over onto Lower American to then hit the terrain park if it’s open. Sundown is like an easier version of American but still has a relatively steep pitch, so its a more difficult blue. You can also watch ski races here on occasion. I have no idea why this trail was named Sundown, but you’re definitely going down.

Ski resort trail map showing various ski runs in blue, black, and red lines through mountainous terrain with tree symbols, names, and symbols. — *Map of Breckenridge’s Peak 9*

Watch the sunset over Bald Mountain

Congratulations, you have probably the best view of Bald Mountain (Baldy) ever. This wonderful corner unit features a balcony view of town and the gorgeous mountain that hugs it. Look inside at your living room wall, and you can see Baldy over the years.

Historic black and white photo of a small mountain town with snow-capped peaks in the background. Clustered wooden buildings and trees fill the scene. — **Breckenridge, Colorado:** This view, from Sugar Loaf Mountain, of Breckenridge, Colorado, looking south, includes the tracks of the Colorado and Southern Railroad in the foreground, and the town beyond. Snow covered Bald and Boreas Mountains and their foothills are in the background. *Original creator: [1900–1908?]; E.C. Peabody.. Denver Public Library Special Collections, X-1970.*

A person in a dark coat walks through a snowy path with high snowbanks. Pine trees and mountains are visible in the winter background. — **A woman outside George Watson’s house in Breckenridge during the Big Snow of 1899:** A woman wearing a hat and fur-collared coat stands at the end of a deep trench cleared in the snow outside of George Watson’s house in Breckenridge, Colorado. Looking east with Barney Ford Hill and Bald Mountain (Mount Baldy) in the background. Handwritten caption on the reverse: “View from y’d at G.B. Watsons April 20th ‘99’. *Original creator: 1899 (Creation); Unidentified. Agnes Miner Collection; Gift, Colorado Springs Ghost Town Club. Breckenridge History, Colorado.*

Snowy mountain town with wooden buildings, surrounded by hills and trees. Overcast sky creates a calm, winter atmosphere. — **Snowy landscape view of houses and buildings in Breckenridge, looking east at the railroad tracks on Ford Hill:** Snowy landscape of Breckenridge, Colorado looking east at the railroad tracks on Barney Ford Hill, with Bald Mountain in the background. Smoke rises from the stovepipes on wood frame buildings and houses. In view on the west side of Main Street, from left: the back of Denver Hotel’s two buildings side-by-side; an unidentified structure with an angled roof; rear view of the Arlington Hotel, including the backside of its curvilinear false front; J.A. Turk and Company drugstore and saloon; and other structures and houses. *Original creator: Circa April 1899; Unidentified. Summit Historical Society Collection. Image created by Breckenridge History, Colorado.*

Two people in hats hike a snowy mountain slope with distant peaks and a cloudy sky. Text at the bottom notes the date as 6/13/22. — **Men stand on the steep, snow-covered side of Bald Mountain, east of Breckenridge, Colorado:** Two men stand on mine dump tailings or talus field on the side of a steep, snow-covered mountain. Caption at bottom of image: “Alpha — 7:30 6/3/22.” Probably the 7:30 Mine on Bald Mountain, east of Breckenridge, Colorado. In the distance is a view of the Ten Mile Range. *Original creator: 1922 (Creation); Sayre, Robert H.. Robert H. Sayre Collection. Breckenridge History, Colorado.*

Snow-covered valley with winding river and trees, surrounded by distant mountains under a clear sky. Serene, vast natural landscape. — **Breckenridge:** In this view of Breckenridge, Colorado, looking southeast, the school, Fireman’s Hall, dwellings and false fronted commercial buildings are interspersed with evergreens. The sheds, depot and freight cars of the Colorado and Southern Railroad are in the foreground, and snow covered Barney Ford Hill and Bald Mountain are in the background. *Original creator: [1890–1899?]; Westerman, Otto. Denver Public Library Special Collections, X-1966.*

Two people walk along a path in a serene mountain landscape, surrounded by green fields and trees. Soft, muted colors create a calm mood. — **The old miner, Mt. Baldy near Breckenridge:** watercolor; 10 x 15.5 in., Denver Public Library Western Art Collection. *Original creator: Unknown; Perrin, J., artist. Denver Public Library Special Collections, C79–99 ART.*

A modern touch

At Wedgewood Lodge, we want to give you a distinctive look into the past history of Breckenridge. Each photo in your historical gallery is unique to your stay and took countless hours to curate. There are stories to tell about Breckenridge and Summit County today as well, and the following photos have been shot by Julia Anna Moore.

Summer 2022

Storms in Summit County roll in like clock work during the summertime, so you better do all your fun outdoor activities before lunch. Sometimes the rain blows over quickly, sometimes it lasts until sunset, creating a beautiful pattern in the sky.

Mountain peak bathed in orange sunset light under dramatic clouds. Dark foreground contrasts with vibrant sky, creating a serene mood. — The sun sets in July after a thunderstorm kissing Bald Mountain with alpenglow.

Orange and gray clouds fill the sky during sunset, creating a dramatic and serene atmosphere. No text visible. — The sun sets in July after a thunderstorm kissing Bald Mountain with alpenglow.

Moon in a twilight sky with dark clouds and hints of pink and blue, creating a calm and serene atmosphere. — The sun sets in July after a thunderstorm kissing Bald Mountain with alpenglow.

Autumn 2022

A small snowstorm turned the peaks white in September, and I ran out of my front door to get the clouds leaving the mountains as the sky cleared. The excitement of ski season set in.

Snow-capped mountain under a cloudy sky, surrounded by dense green forests. Yellow foliage in the foreground adds a touch of autumn. — The first snowfall in September, the aspens on Peak 8 already ready to drop their leaves for wintertime.

Want to take a piece of Summit County home with you? We will ship any of the prints from Julia’s gallery straight to your house. We offer different sizes and framing options. Reach out here.