Leadville

Discover Leadville, Colorado

The history of Leadville is filled with dramatic stories of real people who made, and lost, fortunes in this frontier mountain town spiced with Victorian flavor. People known to all of us-Carnegie, Guggenheim, Susan B. Anthony, the “Unsinkable” Molly Brown, Doc Holliday, Oscar Wilde, Horace and Baby Doe Tabor-are just a few of the many who fill Leadville’s past.

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Downtown Leadville – Shop

Harrison Avenue in downtown Leadville is a fascinating blend of old and new, its quaint shops filled with antique treasures and art created by some of today’s best and brightest talent. Along with pieces of yesteryear and fine arts and crafts, there are bookstores, bike/ski shops, and outfitters for all manner of fresh-air activities. Pop into our Western wear stores, souvenir and T-shirt shops, and great restaurants for a quick bite or a leisurely meal.


Attractions

The National Mining Hall of Fame

Located in the famous 1880's silver mining boomtown of Leadville, the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum is a monument to the memory of the men and women who pioneered the discovery, development and processing of our nation's natural resources.  719-486-1229, mininghalloffame.org

The story - in 1860 the Gold Rush attracted prospectors living in rough-and-tumble mining camps. Twenty years later, Leadville was a town of more than 30,000 residents with dozens of stores, hotels, boarding houses, dance halls, gambling houses, and saloons.

Among the most renowned of Leadville’s denizens were Horace and Augusta Tabor. Somewhat of a scoundrel, Horace left Augusta for a much younger “Baby Doe,” but he did build the famous Tabor Opera House. Molly Brown, of “Unsinkable” fame when the Titanic sank, was also made rich by Leadville.

Twin Lakes

Just 15 minutes from Leadville you’ll find the charming and historic village of Twin Lakes and its geological namesake, Colorado’s largest glacial lakes. The lake waters reflect soaring mountaintops and provide a splendid gateway for fishing, hiking, mountain climbing, biking in the warm weather months, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Historical Twin Lakes was once a bustling hub that connected Aspen and Leadville during the Gold Rush of the 1800s, and the Red Rooster Tavern and Brothel now serves as the Twin Lakes Visitors Center. The famed Interlaken Hotel, favored by well-heeled 1880s travelers, is accessible by trail or boat.

Ski Cooper

Ski Cooper has more than 480 ski-able acres, with ski school, rentals and Nordic center.  Enjoy our low prices, friendly staff and short lift lines.

Cross-Country & Snowshoe Trails

The leadville Twin Lakes trail system is a must do for Snowshoeing, Nordic & cross-country, and cycling trails.

Mineral Belt Trail 

The Mineral Belt Trail is an all-season trail groomed for winter nordic skiing and enjoyed by cyclists in the summer.

Elk Mountain Adventures UTV Tours

141 East 9th St., Leadville, CO
970-930-7027
Historic Leadville Minning District UTV Tours Travel through the backcountry in our heated and tracked Polaris RZRs. Enj...
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Leadville Railroad

326 E. 7th St., Leadville, CO
1-866-386-3936
Leadville Train – All Aboard 326 E 7th St, Leadville, CO 80461 Welcome aboard the Leadville Railroad. Join us for ...
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Ski Cooper

Ski Cooper, Hwy 24, Leadville, CO
800-707-6114
Cooper is different in all the right ways: no lift lines, no condos, no hard man-made snow, no crazy prices… just Colo...
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Sugar Loafin’ Campground & Cabins

2665 County Rd. 4, Leadville, CO
719-486-1031
Cabins offer living room, full kitchen, dining room, full bath, freshly cleaned linens, queen & bunk beds. Full Serv...
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Sugar Loafin’ Campground & Cabins

2665 County Rd. 4, Leadville, CO
719-486-1031
Cabins offer living room, full kitchen, dining room, full bath, freshly cleaned linens, queen & bunk beds. Full Serv...
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Elk Mountain Adventures UTV Tours

141 East 9th St., Leadville, CO
970-930-7027
Historic Leadville Minning District UTV Tours Travel through the backcountry in our heated and tracked Polaris RZRs. Enj...
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Leadville Railroad

326 E. 7th St., Leadville, CO
1-866-386-3936
Leadville Train – All Aboard 326 E 7th St, Leadville, CO 80461 Welcome aboard the Leadville Railroad. Join us for ...
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Pack Burro Picnics

Leadville, CO
719-293-4213
A Pack Burro Picnic is a unique way to experience the high alpine backcountry in Colorado. The tour starts at an elevati...
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Ski Cooper

Ski Cooper, Hwy 24, Leadville, CO
800-707-6114
Cooper is different in all the right ways: no lift lines, no condos, no hard man-made snow, no crazy prices… just Colo...
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Vail Stables

915 Spraddle Creek Rd. Vail, CO 81657
(855) 743-3824
Conveniently located 1 mile NW of downtown Vail, Colorado, our rustic, little outfit offers something for everyone. Clai...
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Japanese Flower Exhibition – Celebrate the Holidays

Dec 09 - Dec 10

1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO

Celebrate the Holidays 休暇を楽しんでね, Demo 2:00 PM December 10, 2023, Boulder Library Canyon Auditorium We in

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Ugly Sweater 5K

Dec 17

Washington Park, Denver, CO

By golly, be jolly! Join us at the Ugly Christmas Sweater 5K at Denver’s Washington Park on Sunday, December 17.

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Victorian Christmas Tea Party

Dec 23

Trinidad History Museum, 312 East Main Street, Trinidad, CO

Celebrate the season with a Victorian Christmas-inspired tea party! Teas from the Trinidad Tea Company will be served al

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Brushes & Brews

Dec 27

114 N Tejon St., #100, Colorado Springs, CO

Calling all artists and beer lovers! Join us for a Brushes and Brews class at our brewery on Dec 27 from 6:30pm to 8:30p

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New Years Eve Denver NYE Bar Crawl – All Access Pass to 10+ Venues

Dec 31

Larimer Beer Hall, 2012 Larimer St., Denver, CO

NEW YEARS EVE DENVER PUB CRAWL (Sunday, December 31st) ? DENVER NYE BAR CRAWL ? ? Join over 300+ guests on our annual Ne

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New Year’s Eve at Studio CR

Dec 31 - Jan 01

141 East Meadow Drive, Suite 104, Vail, CO

Prepare to step into the world of disco decadence, lights, and extravagance as we invite you to relive the iconic magic

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Foods of the Winter Solstice

Jan 20

123 N. College, Suite 130 Fort Collins, CO

Foods of the Winter Solstice will be presented from noon to 3 pm Saturday, Jan. 20, at The Cooking Studio Fort Collins.

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Peter & The Wolf – Family Concert

Jan 21

2908 S Timberline Road, Fort Collins, CO

Please join us for a delightful one-hour family-friendly concert for the young and young at heart! This concert features

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Compagnie Herve Koubi

Jan 23

2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO

French-Algerian dance prodigy Herve Koubi brings his dance company, featuring 14 virtuoso street performers, to perform

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Dvořák Discovery – Fort Collins Symphony

Feb 03

417 West Magnolia Street, Fort Collins, CO

Discover the roots of American classical music with “Dvořák Discovery.” Dvorak’s beloved 9th Symphony,

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