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Retirement Living in Summit County - Colorado
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Summit County Colorado is a mountain town, based on tourism. We are at about 9,000 feet in the Rocky Mountains. Summit County is a great community with lots of trails for biking and hiking, as well as 5 ski resorts in the area.
Includes Cities/Towns: Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco, Silverthorne.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
South Park City Museum and Lake Dillon Theatre Co. offer a variety of cultural events.
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Bus service is available to most ski areas, shopping centers, medical centers, and some residential areas in Summit County.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
Climate
Monthly Temperatures / Rain / Snow
Month
Low
Avg
High
Rain
Snow
Jan
1.0
F°
16.5
F°
32.0
F°
0.8
"
19.3
"
Feb
3.0
F°
18.5
F°
34.0
F°
0.9
"
19.4
"
Mar
11.0
F°
25.5
F°
40.0
F°
1.0
"
20.7
"
Apr
18.0
F°
32.5
F°
47.0
F°
1.3
"
19.6
"
May
27.0
F°
42.0
F°
57.0
F°
1.3
"
7.1
"
Jun
33.0
F°
50.5
F°
68.0
F°
1.3
"
0.9
"
Jul
39.0
F°
56.5
F°
74.0
F°
1.9
"
0.0
"
Aug
38.0
F°
55.0
F°
72.0
F°
1.9
"
0.0
"
Sep
30.0
F°
47.5
F°
65.0
F°
1.4
"
1.5
"
Oct
21.0
F°
37.0
F°
53.0
F°
0.9
"
8.2
"
Nov
12.0
F°
26.0
F°
40.0
F°
0.9
"
18.0
"
Dec
3.0
F°
17.5
F°
32.0
F°
0.9
"
20.2
"
Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the low 30's and highs in the upper 40's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 10's. Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 30's and highs in the low 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 20's. Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 10's and highs in the low 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 0's.
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Summit County, CO
Summit County, Colorado cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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RV Parks
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Nursing homes
State veteran home
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Senior Assistance in
Summit County, CO
Summit County, Colorado offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
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