Sapphire Point Overlook
Sapphire Point Overlook
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  • FellowTraveler793526
    40 contributions
    Amazing Views!
    This lookout is well worth the 30-45 minutes it took to traverse the circular trail on this lookout. Virtually every few steps you have gorgeous views of Dillion Lake and the mountains that surrounded it. The trail is well maintained and easy to traverse for families with small children or older people who make have mobility issues. Do not pass up on this point! Wonderful scenic Colorado at its best!
    Visited May 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written May 25, 2023
  • CC C
    Dallas, Texas866 contributions
    Great View of the Lake But Gets Crowded
    Have stopped many times to enjoy the view and the short hiking trail available. It DOES get crowded especially during the peak summer months and the parking lot often is full. Best times to visit would normally be early morning or evening (especially to enjoy a great sunset view). The many chipmunks are always a draw for the young ones.
    Visited June 2021
    Written June 22, 2021
  • Debbie T
    70 contributions
    Short but worthwhile walk
    Parking is an issue here but we got lucky. The hike is very short so people are usually coming and going. It’s definitely worth it, especially at the beginning of your Breckenridge stay while you are getting used to the altitude. The views are good and the trail is an excellent condition.
    Visited August 2022
    Written August 14, 2022
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tjonch
Orlando, FL44 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Our first visit to Breck, and this “hike” was highly recommended. It did not disappoint! We went on a Monday afternoon around 4pm, and there were very few people there. So peaceful. We took 2 laps of the short loop to enjoy it twice. This is a must-do and can be done in 30 minutes.
Written October 19, 2022
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ReadRibbet
713 contributions
Aug 2022
Sapphire Point is easily accessible from Swan Mountain Road with a pull off parking area near the trailhead. Facilities are available there as well. The trail has spectacular views with Lake Dillion and the mountains in the backdrop. The trail is easily negotiated with some resting areas with table along the way. We did the trail in both directions to enjoy the views each way. The friendly chipmunks add a bit of entertainment to the trail. No fee required.
Written October 29, 2022
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pasowine
Paso Robles, CA5,371 contributions
Sep 2019
This Overlook is just a few miles north of Breckenridge - easy to get to. The overlook has amazing views of Lake Dillon. There is a wonderful loop trail that the overlook is on. You can head left or right from the parking lot and you will come to the overlook shortly. Easy hike for people - saw families picnicking as well on the picnic tables at the eastern side of the loop trail.
Written February 16, 2020
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FRANCIS P
Colorado Springs, CO656 contributions
Jul 2022
We decided to tak the 17 mile loop around Lake Dillon and this was one of our stops. Great views and a short little hike along the ledge back to the parking lot., You should do it.
Written July 19, 2022
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Kristine W
3 contributions
Sep 2020
Great spot to get out of the car and see beautiful Vistas and get some great pictures. Mountains, lakes, and wildlife. Be sure to bring some treats for the chipmunks as they are everywhere you look. The trail is super easy and makes a loop that doesn't take more than 20 minutes to get around if you are walking slowly and about half way there are picnic tables.
Written September 14, 2020
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Chantelle M
Minneapolis, MN269 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Beautiful views and hike takes only about 15 minutes. Almost anyone can do this hike no big hills and vey short. Saw lots of chipmunks 🐿. Very dog friendly and drive to get there was all paved and very easy to get to.
Written August 27, 2020
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Jennifer J
United States230 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
All of Dillon Reservoir is beautiful but this particular point is exceptional. There is a gravel path way around the point that offers a quick jaunt for more perspective views. Or you can hop on the paved bike path and go either direction. It's all beautiful and you can easily see why people have weddings there. Easy to get to and worth the quick stop.
Written June 5, 2021
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mikki777
Woodstock, GA564 contributions
Feb 2021
So beautiful. Well worth the stop. Free parking and restroom available. It's just a short walk over to a great overlook to see the lake below. Mountains surrounding are gorgeous. (Especially with snow.)
Written February 19, 2021
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mbloves
18 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Great leisurely hike around a lake (reservoir) with amazing views! We first tried to park at the bottom the ski lift and hike up (my GPS led us astray) and that was too steep for my sister who doesn’t walk/exercise much. So just make sure you park at the small lot off of Swan Mountain Rd. If you want the easy version.
Written June 21, 2023
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Ann B
Brighton, MI13 contributions
Sep 2022
easy drive from Breckenridge, lots of parking and hiking is available. Beautiful views. take the road off CO-9 and follow the loop back around to CO-9 in Frisco. Stop and get groceries here, Safeway is reasonable.
Written September 24, 2022
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