Archive of posts about central Colorado mining districts

Dauntless and Peerless Mines - Clearly for the Hardy - Near Fairplay, Colorado

We explore two high-altitude abandoned silver mines and meet some high-altitude critters. Interesting artifacts and stellar views reward our drive.

Historic South Park, Colorado - Mining Mecca in the 1800s

See what life was like for 1800s miners and their families at the South Park City museum and Buckskin Cemetery, plus a view from the North London Mine.

 Spectacular Scenery and Old Mines Near Montezuma, Colorado

We explore the ruins of the Pennsylvania Mine, travel down the precipitous but gorgeous Webster Pass and check out some other gulches with the 4Runner.

 Guffey, Colorado: Small Population of People, Large Population of Stuff

A little tour around the quirky town of Guffey, home to an astounding collection of stuff, notable for both its quantity and variety. 

 The Shrinking Past -- More Mining Memories in Colorado

Some more Colorado history, the fate of once-prominent towns and more lovely scenic 4x4 routes in Summit County.