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Clear Creek County – Rocky Mountain’s Playground
Located just off of I-70 and only minutes west of Denver, you can "Drive Less and Play More" in Clear Creek County!
Discover all the Colorado Rockies have to offer. Enjoy lodging, dining and shopping in the historic districts of Idaho Springs, Georgetown, Empire and Silver Plume. So much of Colorado is yet to be discovered.
Discover Then, Discover Now, in Clear Creek County!
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Check out our MerchantsDiscover a truly unique shopping experience in our historic mining communities of Idaho Springs, Georgetown, Empire and Silver Plume.
With no "Big Box" stores, you will be sure to find that one of a kind gift or souvenir to create a lasting memory of your vacation in Clear Creek County, Colorado.
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Adventure BeckonsThere is lots of stuff to do in Clear Creek County:
Miles of Hiking and Biking Trails
Biking, Camping, Fishing, Frolfing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Mountaineering, Photography, Rafting, Railroad Riding, Scenic Driving, Skiing, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Swiming and Soaking, Touring Gold Mine, 4-wheeler/Atving and more!
Adventure in every direction for all interests, tastes and abilities!
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| Georgetown Visitor Center
The Gateway Visitor Center, located off of I-70 at the entrance to Georgetown, (exit 228) provides visitors with information about the area's history and background as well as directions to the many historic sites within the Georgetown/Silver Plume National Historic Landmark District.
Just about everything you would want to know about Georgetown and our area is available (maps, directions, weather, bathrooms, facts & history).
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Idaho Springs Visitor Center
Our visitor center staff is ready to assist you with your travel needs including directions to your destination, lodging, shopping, hot springs, recreational plans and dining options. We have the latest on ski resort information, highway and weather conditions, camping season schedules, mining and walking tour hours. Our visitor center is stocked with a variety of books, maps, snacks and beverages, historic photographs, and souvenirs to make your trip pleasant and comfortable. Located on Oh My God Road.
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| The Mount Evans Scenic Byway
The highest paved road in the northern hemisphere, this fantastic drive starts in Idaho Springs, proceeding south on Colorado Highway 103 for 14 miles to its junction with Colorado Highway 5, which then winds thru Alpine Meadows, an ancient Bristlecone Pine forest and miles of undisturbed tundra with plentiful wildlife and amazing plant life.
Thank You Ron Ruhoff for the photo
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| Idaho Springs
Idaho Springs has a population of 1,893 (and growing!) and is the largest town in Clear Creek County.
Idaho Springs and the Clear Creek County area offer many possibilities for exploring the history of the area, recreational opportunities and other activities.
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| Ski Loveland
Hours of Operation
Weekdays 9:00 am to 4:00 PM and weekends/holidays 8:30 am to 4:00 PM.
Clothing: Watter resistant, Layered Clothing which can be removed or added as Weather changes. (i.e.: long underwear, turtleneck, sweater, waterproof jacket and pants, nylon socks, waterproof gloves, winter hat, sunglasses, goggles)
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