Sapphire Point Overlook
Expect intermittent closures during renovations
Sapphire Point will be closed to events and all human entry June 2-20, 2025 during parking lot renovations. The site will close again September 1- November 15, 2025 during trail and overlook renovations. Please contact the Dillon Ranger District for updates (970)468-5400.
Swan Mountain Road, which accesses Sapphire Point, will be closed May 28 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Wednesday May 28th while Summit County Road and Bridge surveys the area. While the road will be closed during this time, people with reservations will still be able to pass to reach Sapphire Point.
Sapphire Point
Sapphire Point Overlook is a non-exclusive day-use area that can be reserved for three-hour blocks for private gatherings. The overlook offers a stunning view of Dillon Reservoir, hemmed in by the Gore and Tenmile mountain ranges.
The area surrounding Sapphire Point Overlook provides visitors with a variety of recreational opportunities:
- Dillion Reservoir is the greatest draw to the area. At 3,233 acres and 26.8 miles of shoreline, the reservoir is an ideal spot for fishing, boating and sailing. Anglers will find that the reservoir supports a healthy population of rainbow and brown trout, with an occasional cutthroat trout finding its way into the lake from feeder streams.
- Opportunities for hiking and biking in this area abound as well, including more than 7 paved miles of the 50-mile Summit County trail system.
- The Old Dillion Reservoir trail is a favorite among visitors. This short, easy trail has spectacular views of the Tenmile Range and the Continental Divide. The Old Dillon Reservoir was built in the 1930s to supply water to the original town of Dillon, which is now covered by the new Dillon Reservoir.
This is a non-exclusive day-use area, able to accommodate up to 30 people for small events such as wedding ceremonies. Although the site may be reserved, all visitors have access to the site.
General Information
Year Round
- Reservation confirmation must be in the possession of someone at the site during use
- Please remove all trash from the site at the end of your reservation
- Ground must remain undisturbed; stakes and poles prohibited.
- Site must remain open to all users at all times
- Maximum of 30 people on site for reservation holders; this includes 2 assigned parking spaces
- Maximum of 10 people for non-reservation users
Getting There
Elevation
9,514 ft.
Directions
From I-70 take Exit 203, Frisco/Breckenridge, and travel south on HWY 9 toward Breckenridge. Approximately 4.9 miles south of I-70 turn left at the intersection of HWY 9 and Swan Mountain Road (CR1). This intersection is known as Farmer’s Korner. If you travel past the gas station on the right you have gone too far. Follow Swan Mountain Road up the grade for approximately 1.8 miles to the parking area, which will be on your left.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restroom information is not currently available for this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
