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Clear Creek County Attractions
| Argo Gold Mill and Mine Tours |
2350 Riverside Dr.
Idaho Springs.
(303) 567-2421.
www.historicargotours.com |
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In 1894 the longest tunnel in the world connected Idaho Springs and Central City. This historic mine/ mill is now open daily May through October, 9 am to 6 pm Mid April to Mid October. Winter tours available by appointment only. On the register of National Historic Places. Self guided walking tour. Fee. |
| Bighorn Sheep Viewing Station |
Georgetown Lake. Open daily. Small fee for scopes. |
| Georgetown Loop Historic Mining & Railroad Park |
1-888-456-6777
www.georgetownlooprr.com |
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Open Daily May to October. All Aboard! Journey back in time with a ride on one of Colorado's great narrow gauge railroads. Come and be astounded by the Devil's Gate High Bridge, the beautiful Rocky Mountain views and the engineering marvel that is the Georgetown Loop! A Partnership of: Colorado Historical Society and Railstar Corporation |
| Historic Walking Tours / National Historic Districts |
Self-guided walking tours of Georgetown and Idaho Springs are available. Stop by any of the local visitors centers for a map and directions. |
| Indian Springs Resort Hot Springs |
302 Soda Creek Rd.
Idaho Springs
(303) 989-6666.
www.indianspringsresort.com |
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Enjoy hot mineral springs pool and geothermal cave baths once shared by the Ute and Arapahoe Indians. Private bathing facilities and hot tubs also available. Complete spa packages and resort amenities. Dining and lodging facilities located on site. Fee. |
| Phoenix Gold Mine |
Idaho Springs. I-70 to exit 239, take Stanley Road to west Trail Creek.. (303) 567-0422
www.phoenixgoldmine.com |
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Explore this working gold mine with a third generation hard rock miner. Great story telling and fun for the entire family. Try your hand at gold panning. Fee. |
| Tommyknocker Brewery Tour |
1401 Miner St., Idaho Springs. (303) 567-2688.
www.tommyknocker.com |
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Take a tour of our local microbrewery to learn how small batches of specialty beers are crafted. Ask your server to explain the legend of the tommyknocker and how these spirits were active in Clear Creek's gold mining history. |
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