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At 10,152 feet, Leadville the United States' highest incorporated city — and those peaks are packed with history. Take a few mining tours, drive to the sky on the Alpine Loop scenic byway and soak in the history of this mining town and it's beautiful neighbor, Twin Lakes.

Cruising Elevation: Leadville & Twin Lakes

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There are special places and unique vistas around nearly every Colorado corner. You can help ensure these places exist for generations to come by staying on roads and trails, keeping speeds in check, leaving campsites and picnic spots just as you found them, and following instructional signs while you’re out and about in our state.

Travel Like a Local

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When riding OHVs through the Alpine Loop, make sure you follow Colorado's off-roading motto of "<a href="https://www.colorado.com/articles/colorado-highway-vehicle-trips">Stay the Trail</a>."

Stay the Trail

In this colorful district, see buildings built between 1880 and 1905, including the largest opera house west of the Mississippi, the saloon visited by Oscar Wilde, and two historic 1879 churches.

Tour Leadville's National Historic Landmark District

At Buchi, passion is the most important ingredient, and we hope to bring you a memorable Cuban Cafe experience with every bite (and sip).

Buchi Cafe Cubano Leadville

Experience life as a miner at the National Mining Hall of Fame &amp; Museum in Leadville, Colorado. Tour mine replicas and crystal caves, see miners' equipment, and explore exhibits on mining's impact. Kids will love the walk-through coal mine and model train layout.

National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum

Quincys Tavern offers a simplistic menu that features a quality meal at an affordable price.

Quincy's

Designated a National Scenic Byway in 1998.

Top of the Rockies - Scenic and Historic Byway

Book a room at our AAA-approved Super 8 Leadville CO hotel off Highway 24 and enjoy easy access to five of the most popular area ski resorts.

Rodeway Inn - Leadville

We are located in the green brick building in the center of downtown Leadville, just south of the traffic light. The shop is a warm place to relax, use the internet, meet up with old friends or make some new friends.

City on a Hill Coffee & Espresso

Experience the Rockies and enjoy panoramic views of the Arkansas River Valley, San Isabel National Forest, and peaks Mt. Elbert and Mt. Massive. Hear tales of Leadville’s history, and enjoy cozy lounge cars. Specials: Fall Photo, Devil’s Tail BBQ and Holiday Express!

Leadville Railroad

Flagship brews, seasonal taps, snacks and sammies keep Leadville beer lovers satiated at America's highest altitude brewery.

Two Mile Brewing Company

Perched at an altitude of nearly two miles and surrounded by some of Colorado’s tallest mountains, the Healy House Museum &amp; Dexter Cabin depict Western life in Leadville as a booming 19th-century silver mining town. These private homes were built in the late 1800s and restored and furnished to illustrate life during the bonanza mining period. Visitors can enjoy magnificent views, stroll through the vibrant, lush gardens, and take a guided tour of these iconic structures. 
Hours vary by season. Please visit our website for current operating hours.

Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin

Excellent service and excellent Mexican food. Tortilla soup, natural margaritas and seafood burrito are crowd favorites.

Casa Sanchez

Dig into the fascinating past, present, and future of this iconic opera house. Learn about the Tabor’s 140+ year history, the big plans for its future, and the colorful mining town that has cherished it for years. See a show and take a tour!

Historic Tabor Opera House

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Make the 25-minute drive to the town of Twin Lakes. Resting in the shadow of Colorado’s tallest peak (Mount Elbert), Twin Lakes also lies adjacent to the state's two largest glacial lakes along the Top of the Rockies Scenic and Historic Byway.

Head South to Twin Lakes

The Twin Lakes Inn in historic Twin Lakes Colorado has served guests since 1879. Recently renovated, history and charm still live in its timbers. With 12 uniquely styled rooms, including 4 with private baths, the Inn is a perfect base camp for your outdoor adventures.

The Twin Lakes Inn

Leadville's premier walk/wade fly fishing outfitter.  Offering 2 hour, half day, and full day rates.  All abilities welcome. Come experience fly fishing on the headwaters of the Arkansas RIver!

Colorado Fly Fishing Guides

Now that you've explored tiny and charming Twin Lakes, head back to Leadville for lunch and a mine tour.

Make Your Way Back to Leadville

We, the High Mountain Pies Culinary Team, are dedicated in our quest to broadcast our fresh and delicious pizza to the hungry world via our mountaintop pizza shop.

High Mountain Pies

This is a historic silver mine associated with the Tabor family 1879-1935. Guided or self-guided tours of the hoist house, headframe, powder magazine, and cabin available. (Tours are of the surface structures only, not the mine itself.) Gold panning with paid admission.

Matchless Mine

Open at 4:30 pm every day. Enjoy the highest rooftop patio in the country.

Tree Line Kitchen

Established in 1879, the Silver Dollar is the second oldest saloon in Colorado. With its original tile floor and its custom made bar with original diamond dust mirrors. Come in and enjoy a drink some great food and great company.