Leadville, CO

At 10,200 feet, it’s the highest incorporated city in North America. Leadville’s fame dates back to the mid-19th century when gold was discovered in California Gulch. Since then, Leadville has harbored the largest pockets of precious ores on the continent. With stores of gold, silver, lead, and now molybdenum, some of the world’s greatest fortunes have been made in Leadville.

Leadville is surrounded by some of the best scenery in Colorado, Mount Elbert and Mount Massive, the largest mountains in the state. Those, along with several large lakes, makes Leadville an excellent area for outdoor recreation. Hiking, biking, camping and skiing are all common.
Downtown is a national historic district, full of Old West structures, Victorian houses and sites from Leadville’s mining past. Dining and accommodations are easy to find in this low-budget town. Leadville provides the peace and quiet you need, when you need it. 
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• Scenic Drives
  • Independence Pass
  • Turquoise Lake Rd
• Area Attractions
  • Downtown Leadville
• Fly Fishing
  • Headwaters of the Arkansas River
    • DIY Guide to Fishing the Arkansas River
  • Turquoise Lake 
  • Twin Lakes
  • Clear Creek Reservoir 

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