- County
- Summit
- Base elevation
- 8,790 ft
- Population
- About 5,200 (2024 estimate; 4,402 in 2020)
- Drive from Denver
- About 70 mi ยท about 1 hr 15 min
- Nearest airport
- Denver International (DEN)
- Ski areas
- Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain nearby
Drive times are typical and change with traffic and weather.
Living in Silverthorne
What it's like to live in Silverthorne
Silverthorne sits on I-70 between the Gore Range and the Continental Divide, and it is the largest town in Summit County. The Blue River runs through the middle of town and is Gold Medal trout water. The town incorporated in 1967, so it's newer and more practical than the old mining towns. The Outlets at Silverthorne and about 130 shops in all make it the county's shopping hub.
You'll find condos and homes in Wildernest up toward the Eagles Nest Wilderness, established neighborhoods like Willowbrook, and newer subdivisions like Angler Mountain Ranch and Summit Sky Ranch. The county assessor's review of sales from July 2022 to June 2024 put the single-family median for Dillon and Silverthorne at about $1.7 million, as reported by Summit Daily. That's lower than Breckenridge, Keystone, or Copper, and it's the lowest elevation of the main towns.
Silverthorne caps short-term rental licenses by area: 10 percent of homes in most of town, 50 percent in the southern downtown along the Blue River and in Summit Sky Ranch, and none in the workforce housing area south of Willowbrook. Owner-occupied rentals are exempt. I live on the Front Range, so for Silverthorne I team up with a local agent I trust and stay with you through the whole move.
Where it is
Where Silverthorne sits in Summit County
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Neighborhoods
Where to look in Silverthorne
Wildernest
Condos and homes on the slope west of town, with trail access to the Eagles Nest Wilderness from Ryan Gulch Road.
Willowbrook
An established subdivision with Trent Park at its entrance.
Angler Mountain Ranch
A newer subdivision with open space.
Summit Sky Ranch
A newer neighborhood on the north end of town.
Downtown and the Blue River
Homes and condos near the river, the outlets, and the town core.
Get outside
Things to do in Silverthorne
- 01
Blue River
Gold Medal trout water through the middle of town, catch-and-release inside town limits.
- 02
Outlets at Silverthorne
About 80 shops across three phases.
- 03
Eagles Nest Wilderness
Trailheads off Ryan Gulch Road at the top of Wildernest.
- 04
Lake Dillon
A 3,233-acre reservoir just south of town.
- 05
Keystone and A-Basin
Keystone is a short drive east, and Arapahoe Basin is about 10 minutes past it.
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FAQ
Silverthorne questions, answered
How far is Silverthorne from Denver?
About 70 miles west on I-70, through the Eisenhower Tunnel. Allow extra time on winter weekends and in storms.
Can I short-term rent a home in Silverthorne?
The town caps licenses by area: 10 percent in most of town, 50 percent in the southern downtown and Summit Sky Ranch, and none in the workforce housing area. Owner-occupied rentals are exempt. Confirm with the Town of Silverthorne before you buy.
Is Silverthorne cheaper than Breckenridge?
Generally, yes. The assessor's 2022 to 2024 review put the single-family median for Dillon and Silverthorne at about $1.7 million, compared with about $2 million around Breckenridge.
How high is Silverthorne?
About 8,790 feet, the lowest of the main Summit County towns.
Which schools serve Silverthorne?
Summit School District RE-1. Confirm the school for any address with the district.
Can I live in Silverthorne year-round?
Yes. It's the county's largest town, with groceries, shopping, and services, and fishing and trails right in town.
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