LEADVILLE IS A NATIONAL HISTORIC Landmark District encompassing over 70 square blocks. Most of the buildings were built between 1880 and 1905 and complete the charm with their architecture. Leadville was incorporated in 1878 and is the highest incorporated city in the continental United States at 10,152 feet above sea level. It is also the county seat of scenic Lake County.

The history of Leadville is filled with dramatic stories of real people who made, and lost, fortunes in this frontier mountain town spiced with Victorian flavor. People known to all of us -- Carnegie, Guggenheim, Susan B. Anthony, the "Unsinkable" Molly Brown, Doc Holliday, Oscar Wilde, Horace and Baby Doe Tabor -- are just a few of the many who fill Leadville's past.

Twin Lakes Village is located in the southern part of Lake County about 15 miles from Leadville. Like Leadville, Twin Lakes is a National Historic Site. Today, this small town is a delight for visitors, hikers, climbers, photographers, and fishermen alike.

Lake County is home to Colorado's two highest peaks: Mt. Elbert 14,433 feet & Mt. Massive 14,421 feet.

A typical summer day is sunny, in the 70s, with evening temperatures in the 40s.

National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum

LC&S Scenic Railroad Excursions

Six Museums on Leadville History

Top of the Rockies National Scenic & Historic Byway

The Mineral Belt Trail

Ski Joring and Crystal Carnival, March 3-4, 2012
Ski joring, which entails a horse and rider pulling a skier down a snow-packed road over jumps while spearing rings in a timed competition, has been an annual event in Leadville Horse, rider, and skier Ski Joring since 1949. This captivating winter sport is as much fun to watch as it is to participate in! Events include three classes: the Open Class, for experienced competitive teams; the Sport Class, for beginners; and the Legends Class, for experienced teams who are getting a little long in the tooth for the Open Class. The event draws teams from all over the country. In years past, there have been as many as 64 teams competing in the Open Class. The competitions take place the first weekend in March, and are accompanied by a Crystal Carnival winter festival, with activities for the whole family. Please note, this is a dog-free event. Plan your trip soon! Not convinced? Check out this ski joring video. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J99beRxI6s

The Crystal Carnival
Which commemorates the original winter sports festival held in Leadville in 1896, offers an out-of-the-ordinary good time for the entire family. Activities include a children's parade; Nordic and winter mountain bike races; dog sled races; and broomball games for the adults. This is Colorado entertainment at its finest!

Leadville Trail Heavy Half Marathon / Leadville Trail Marathon June 30, 2012
Leadville Trail Heavy Half Marathon. The Leadville Trail Heavy Half Marathon will mark its 7th year in 2012. Run through the historic mining district's challenging old mining roads and trails, and hit a high of 13,185 feet at Mosquito Pass. The views will leave you breathless, if you're not already. The Leadville Trail Marathon will mark its 13th year in 2012. Run through the historic mining district's challenging old mining roads and trails, and hit a high of 13,185 feet at Mosquito Pass. The views will leave you breathless, if you're not already.

Leadville Silver Rush Bike Race July 14, 2012

Night Ride Special, featuring an evening BBQ Special, July 14th, 2012, Leadville Colorado Southern Railroad

Ongoing Events - Summer 2011 (Call for more information.)
Museum Tours
Historic Walking Tour
Route of the Silver Kings Driving Tour
Fish Hatchery Tours
Twin Lakes Boat Tours
Hiking, Biking, Fishing and Camping
Antique Shopping
Hopemore Mine Tours

For more information contact: Leadville/Twin Lakes Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 861, Leadville, CO 80461 or call 888.532.3845