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Mount SheridanMount Sheridan is a mountain in the Mosquito Range in United States. The peak is named in honor of General Philip H. Sheridan, U.S. Army, one of the early protectors of the park. The summit can be reached via the Mount Sheridan Trail 3.9 miles which spurs off the Heart Lake Trail at the northwest corner of Heart Lake. This is a steep climb of 3,000 feet in 3 miles, but provides extraordinary views of the park in all directions and the Teton Range to the southwest.
Mount ShermanMount Sherman is one of the highest peaks in the Rockies, at 14,036 feet. It is located in Park County, Colorado, and is part of the Mosquito Range. The peak was named after General William Tecumseh Sherman, who was a Union army general during the American Civil War. The first recorded ascent of Mount Sherman was made in 1873 by a team of surveyors. Mount Sherman is a popular destination for climbers and hikers, and there are several routes to the summit.
Gemini PeakGem Peak is a popular destination for hikers and climbers in Park County, Colorado. The peak is located in the Pike National Forest, and the trailhead is accessible from the town of Fairplay. Gem Peak is one of the tallest peaks in the park, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges. The trail to the summit is moderately difficult, and it can be challenging in places. However, the effort is well worth it, as the views from the top are truly breathtaking.
Dyer MountainDyer Mountain is one of Colorado's 100 highest peaks: a "Centennial Thirteener."The mountain was named in honor of frontier preacher John Lewis Dyer. A good trekking destination and also it offers beautiful views of this area.
Weston PassWeston Pass is a relatively easy, but rewarding off road destination in a beautiful area of Rocky Mountain high country. This trail is not difficult though there are a few rocks in the trail that you may want to avoid if you do not have much clearance. The journey over Weston Pass was commonly known as “The Road to Riches,” with prospectors busy transporting the area’s silver and gold.
Pennsylvania MountainPennsylvania Mountain is a popular hiking destination in Park County. The mountain is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, elk, and bighorn sheep. There are also numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty, making this Mountain a great place for hikers of all skill levels. In addition to its natural beauty, this Mountain also offers stunning views of the surrounding area. From the summit, hikers can see for miles in every direction, making Pennsylvania Mountain an ideal spot.
Leadville mining districtLeadville's Historic Mining District is located immediately east of downtown, at the ends of Fifth Street and Seventh Street. It is an architectural testament to the silver boom in Colorado. It is arguably on e of the most important cultural landscapes that remains from Colorado’s frontier mining days. The area has been designated a National Historic Landmark District. It was the location to one of the richest placer gold strikes in Colorado.
Mosquito PassMosquito Pass is one of the highest mountain passes in the state of Colorado. It’s a dangerous route that can only be accessed by an unpaved 4×4 road nicknamed “The Highway of Frozen Death”. One of the highest passes in the state, Mosquito Pass can be traversed only on foot, on an offroad motorcycle or with a proper four-wheel drive. It lies on the boundary between Lake and Park counties between Leadville and Fairplay.
Matchless MineMatchless Mine is the place where one of Leadville’s most notorious silver kings, Horace Tabor, struck it rich and where his mistress-turned-wife died alone and penniless in 1935.It made Horace Tabor's fortune. His wife, Baby Doe Tabor, died in the superintendent's cabin. The mine is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is part of the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum.
Tabor Opera HouseThe Tabor Opera House was built in 1879 by Horace Austin Warner Tabor, one of Colorado’s most well known mining magnates. It was one of the most costly and most substantially built structures in Colorado history. The massive three-story opera house, constructed of stone, brick, and iron, was called "Leadville's finest brick structure". There are currently fourteen theatre collections identified at the Tabor Opera House, scenery and stage machinery dating from 1879 to 1902.
Temple Israel MuseumTemple Israel was erected at 201 West 4th Street in Leadville, Colorado, during the summer of 1884 in less than two months. The Temple Israel building is a rare example of a frontier synagogue. It is a mesmerizing tribute to a nearly forgotten Jewish generation. Situated at the front of the building, the Museum displays an array of personal, festive, communal, and everyday artifacts documenting Jewish life in a late-1800 mining town.
Healy House Museum & Dexter CabinHealy House looks out over historic and scenic treasures of the storied mining town of Leadville. A majestic home built in 1878 by mining engineer and city father August R. Meyer for his bride, Emma. Currently it is a Colorado State Historic Site and is operated as a Victorian era museum by the state under History Colorado, together with Dexter Cabin. The restored house serves as an example of the "Elegant Eighties".
National Mining Hall of Fame and MuseumThe National Mining Hall of Fame is a museum located in Leadville, Colorado. It holds more than 250 stories of men and women who achieved lasting greatness in mining and natural resources. Major exhibits include an elaborate model railroad, a walk-through replica of an underground hardrock mine, the Gold Rush room, with many specimens of native gold,[5] a large collection of mineral specimens, a mining art gallery and a gift shop.
Oliver Twist LakeOliver Twist Lake is a beautiful, serene lake located in Park County, surrounded by towering mountains. The lake is situated at an elevation of about 3,700 meters. It is roughly 200 meters in length and width, covering an area of approximately 10 acres. The lake is fed by several small streams, and it is home to a variety of fishes.
North London MillNorth London Mill is a historical site located in Park County, Colorado. The mill was built in 1859 by European immigrants and was used to process flour and wheat. The mill operated for over 100 years before it was closed in the 1960s. The site is now owned by the county and is open to the public for tours. The mill has been restored to its original appearance and is a popular tourist destination. Visitors can learn about the history of the mill and see how it operated.
Mosquito PeakMosquito Peak is a 200 highest mountain located in the Mosquito Range and it is 2 miles north of Mosquito Pass. The Mosquito range is better know for its extensive mining history. The best time to climb this mountain is in the summer. It can be climbed in the winter because road access is within 5 miles to the summit but due to the steep sections it is not advisable unless the avalanche danger is low.
California GulchThe California Gulch site consists of approximately 18 square miles in Lake County, Colorado. It is a unique thorn-scrub vegetated canyon, has been identified as an IBA in Arizona. It is accessed from Ruby Road by a rugged road south into the drainage. The canyon is unique with its dense shrub layer on its steep sides, and a perennial spring-fed stream draining into Mexico.
Mount BuckskinMount Buckskin is a mountain in Park County, Colorado. The summit of the mountain is 12,943 feet above sea level. Mount Buckskin is located in the Mosquito Range, about 10 miles southwest of the town of Alma. The mountain is part of the Pike National Forest, and there are several hiking trails that lead to the summit. The view from the top of Mount Buckskin includes the towns of Fairplay and Alma, as well as the fourteeners of Mount Democrat, Mount Cameron, and Mount Lincoln.
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Horseshoe MountainHorseshoe Mountain is one of Colorado's highest peak ranked at number 72 with 758 feet of prominence. The mountain has a unique and prominent cirque. The cirque is tilted and made up of Paleozoic sedimentary rocks that formed on the floors of ancient seas.