Author: george

Winter Adventures 101: Trails, Avalanche Safety, and Yes…Your Poop Plan

Written by george on January 2, 2025. Posted in Blog.

The backcountry near Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado, is amazing in winter. But it’s best if you’re prepared. Because 74% of the land in Lake County is U.S. Forest Service land, here is some insight from the people who know it best—friendly rangers with the Leadville Ranger District. Their...

Learn to Ski, Snowboard, Nordic Ski & Snowshoe at Leadville-Twin Lakes

Written by george on December 27, 2024. Posted in Blog.

With abundant snow, Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado offer several great places to learn to downhill ski, snowboard, cross-country ski, and snowshoe. Our lessons will have you gliding happily across the snow in no time. And the scenery puts you in a winter wonderland. Ski Cooper is a fantastic...

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Top 12 Reasons To Visit Leadville-Twin Lakes In 2025

Written by george on December 22, 2024. Posted in Blog.

This year, be sure to visit Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado! Here at the top of the Rockies, you’ll find a wide breadth of things to do outdoors and in our genuine and historic downtowns. While the list of possibilities is nearly endless, here are our top 12 reasons to visit in 2025! ...

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Holiday Events in Leadville & Twin Lakes

Written by george on November 7, 2024. Posted in Blog.

Visit Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado, for a peaceful holiday. You’ll enjoy fun holiday events and festive snow. Whether you take a weekend escape or long holiday vacation, you’ll treasure your time at the top of the Rockies. Check out this list of holiday-themed events, then plan your...

Frolick To Fall-Themed Events In Leadville-Twin Lakes

Written by george on October 10, 2024. Posted in Uncategorized, Blog.

Ghost Tours, Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Parties & More Photo: @dykstrascience It’s fall, y’all, and Leadville-Twin Lakes, Colorado, is celebrating autumn with lots of fun events. Come join our Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos events, Oktoberfests, and live music! Fall-Themed...

What’s New In Leadville-Twin Lakes

Written by george on October 10, 2024. Posted in Uncategorized, Blog.

Great Eats, Drinks & Toys Photo: @aleyakleadville Ready to eat, drink, and play? Leadville-Twin Lakes, Colorado, has you covered! Here are four new businesses where you can do just that. Come check them out this fall. Eat & Drink Ale Yak Food & Beer Garden 2017 1/2 Poplar Street...

6 Great Things To Do In Leadville-Twin Lakes This Fall

Written by george on October 9, 2024. Posted in Uncategorized, Blog.

Quiet trails and fun activities, inside and outside Photo: @krista_rk_dumas Fall is a quiet season in Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado, after the summer vacationers leave and before the snow-lovers arrive. Trails and restaurants are more quiet, and lodging rates are lower. If you need more...

Best Of Leadville-Twin Lakes, Colorado

Written by george on July 20, 2024. Posted in Uncategorized, Blog.

See 30 of our Locals’ Favorites Want the inside scoop on great things to do in Leadville-Twin Lakes, Colorado? Here are some locals’ favorites! Photo: @BeforeandAfterLeadville These listings come from the latest Best of Leadville & Twin Lakes. Herald Democrat readers vote for their...

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Twin Lakes Is Open

Written by george on July 18, 2024. Posted in Uncategorized, Blog.

Twin Lakes, Colorado, is open! The area is back to normal now that the Interlaken fire near Twin Lakes is out. As of July 23, 2024, everything is open except for section 11 of the Colorado Trail. Check out the many fun things to do in Twin Lakes, Colorado! Photo: @supandcycle WHAT TO DO 1)...

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Cool New Programs At Turquoise Lake

Written by george on June 13, 2024. Posted in Uncategorized, Blog.

Check out the site of the future amphitheater at Turquoise Lake with fascinating Saturday evening programs! Discover local history and geology with the United States Forest Service and take in the new amphitheater site. You’re in for a treat with these Saturday night events! ...

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