Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad |
80461 Leadville, CO, United States of America (USA) (Colorado) |
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326 East 7th Street
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Departure Times: May 25 - June 14: 1pm June 15 - August 16: 10am and 2pm August 17 - October 6: Monday-Friday 1pm; Saturday, Sunday 10am + 2pm |
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Status from 03/2019
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Adult Tickets: $41.00; Child Tickets: $22.00 | ||||
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| Homepage | www.leadville-train.com | ||||
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Leadville is a former silver mining town that lies amongst the headwaters of the Arkansas River in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the Leadville Historic District contains many historic structures and sites in its dynamic mining era. In the late 19th century, Leadville was the second most populous city in Colorado, after Denver. Leadville is notable for having a large number of 14,000 foot peaks viewable from town. HighwaysU.S. Highway 24 is an east-west highway running from Interstate 75 near Clarkston, Michigan to the intersection with Interstate 70, near Minturn, Colorado. Its western terminus is located just 32 miles (51 km) north of Leadville. It is also the main route to the Eagle-Vail valley and Colorado Springs.Colorado State Highway 91 is a 22.5-mile (36.2 km) stretch that connects Leadville to the intersection with Interstate 70, near Copper Mountain. It is the quickest route to get from Leadville to Denver RailwaysThe former Colorado & Southern Railway line from Leadville to Climax is now operated as a tourist line by Leadville, Colorado & Southern Railroad. |
| Description | Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad is a tourist standard gauge railroad based in Leadville. Ride the Train Originating in "the highest incorporated city in North America," the LC&S takes passengers along the old Denver, South Park & Pacific and Colorado & Southern lines to the Continental Divide. But, as the old adage states, "It's not the destination, but the journey that's important." This journey is full of breath-taking panoramas across the Arkansas River Valley and humorous narratives about Leadville's colorful past. Mining and railroading were a large part of the local history, and today's passengers will find it easy to step back in time on the Leadville, Colorado & Southern. Adventure, relaxation and sightseeing cannot be topped when riding in the Rocky Mountains on board the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad. This 2 and ½ hour adventure through the untamed wilderness of the San Isabel National Forest is not to be forgotten. Family and friends of all ages have a chance to engage in learning about the historic Leadville, Colorado home to legends like Molly Brown and Horace, Augusta and Baby Doe Tabor, Guggenheims and at one time Doc Holiday. The Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad travels north along the Arkansas River Valley, it raises up 1,000 feet off the valley floor so that you will have some spectacular views of Freemont Pass and the two tallest peaks in Colorado, Mt. Massive and Mt. Elbert. Also, take time to hear about the fascinating history of the railroads, ghost stories and tales of the wild from the conductor on board the trip. Other highlights include a chance to meet the engineer, take a tour of the caboose and engine. If you come in July and August warm weather exceeds expectations at 75°, it is not surprising to find snow through June and in late September. Although cool, the fall colors are not to be missed with amazing displays of gold, red and orange Aspen trees lighting up the mountain side. Bring a picnic lunch and eat on the train if you wish, but be sure to not forget your cameras and jackets. |
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