Top of the Rockies
Leadville, CO

Leadville has a rich history in mining, especially for silver, and is now a charming Victorian town with plenty of history and character. Harrison Avenue is lined with old buildings of historical significance, including the Tabor Opera House, City Hall, Silver Dollar Saloon, Pastime Bar, the American National Bank Building, and the Delaware Inn, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Heritage Museum documents the history of the area, while the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum illustrates the importance of mining in this area and around the world. Visitors may tour both the Healy House and Dexter Museum, which show living conditions of some people who lived in Leadville.

There are many recreational activities that visitors can enjoy in both the summer and winter, including biking, rafting, horseback riding, camping, fishing, hiking, and skiing. There are numerous activities and events held all year long in Leadville. Fall brings bright colors to the area, and the snow covered buildings and lights twinkle on Harrison Ave.