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Saint Elmo Ghost Town near Buena Vista CO

Which ghost towns are near what Colorado towns?

April 25, 2025 by Matt Thomas

Visiting one of Colorado’s spooky ghost towns is a bucket list item for many. While few expect to see ghosts, nearly everyone who goes can appreciate the …

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Sign for St. Elmo Ghost Town saying that it's private property and do no access the buildings

6 Best Ghost Towns in Colorado

February 14, 2025 by Matt Thomas

Due mainly to Colorado’s mining booms and busts, there are a lot of abandoned towns spread around the state. Most of the best ghost towns are located up …

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Image of a ghost orb at the Stanley Hotel in Colorado

7 Haunted Places in Colorado for Ghost Sightings

January 30, 2025 by Tim Landers

Haunted places are located all around the world and Colorado is no exception. With a long history dating back to the 1800s, this high-elevation state is a …

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image of abandonded building in model colorado

5 Ghost Towns by Trinidad and La Junta

December 8, 2024 by Jessica Hughes

One of Colorado’s more ghostly scenes can be found along U.S. 350, between La Junta and Trinidad. Abandoned and forgotten, a string of five ghost towns follow …

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Alpine Tunnel West Portal Colorado

Exploring the Alpine Tunnel by Pitkin, CO

November 14, 2024 by Shawn Reeser

Colorado’s rich history of the railroad system is made evident throughout many parts of the state. One of the more impressive historical displays of Colorado’s …

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Lost Colorado Ski Area Hidden Valley RMNP Estes Park

7 Former Ski Areas of Colorado

October 23, 2024 by Samantha Ripley

Some of the most fascinating remnants of Colorado’s ski history are its lost and abandoned ski resorts. They’re often sighted by the scars that the old …

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Vicksburg CO Ghost Town

4 Ghost Towns near Leadville, Colorado

September 7, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Clear Creek Canyon is full of ruins from Colorado’s early mining days. There are four remaining ghost towns in the canyon, which lies just west of Clear …

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Two people riding up a ski lift in the summertime

Summer Vacation in Aspen, Colorado

September 6, 2024 by William Reavis

In addition to being a famous winter destination, Aspen and Snowmass’ mountainous locations and wide range of activities make them an equally popular …

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Nevadaville CO Ghost Town

Explore these Ghost Towns near Denver

September 6, 2024 by Patrick McGuire

Driving on 1-25 during rush hour, it’s hard to imagine that Colorado wasn’t always filled with densely populated cities and suburbs. Yet, as you …

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City Park Denver Fall Morning

10 Fantastic Fall Activities in Colorado

August 10, 2024 by Bella Beckler

Gorgeous aspen groves, tons of festivals and events, as well as numerous outdoor activities make Colorado a must-visit place in autumn. See the colors along …

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Cache la Poudre River Sunrise Greeley CO

Top things to do in Greeley, Colorado

July 9, 2024 by William Reavis

With nearly 110,000 residents, Greeley is a big plains town with plenty of things to see and do. This city acts as both a gateway to the northeastern Colorado …

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