A Beginner’s Guide to Winter Activities in Leadville & Twin Lakes Start small. Have fun. Stay cozy. If you’ve ever dreamed of trying winter sports but felt a little intimidated, Leadville and Twin Lakes are the perfect place to begin. Surrounded by gentle terrain, welcoming instructors, and a...

Ring In the New Year in Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado: Where Resolutions Meet the Rockies As the calendar turns and the world leans into fresh starts, many of us start thinking about resolutions. Some dream bigger adventures. Others crave more stillness. And some are ready for both,...

Looking to chop your own Christmas Tree this year? The Leadville Ranger District is in the San Isabel National Forest and offers tree cutting permits from mid-November through December. The permit can be purchased online at Recreation.Gov or in person at the Leadville Ranger Station during normal...

If you head into the Colorado backcountry this winter, it is important to be prepared and aware. If you are new to the winter backcountry we recommend going with an experienced guide and taking online or in person safety courses to understand the risks and how to minimize them. Check out the...

DISCOVER 10 WAYS TO HAVE FUN AT THE TOP OF THE ROCKIES! Enter a winter wonderland with adventures for all ages and ability levels. Offering guaranteed snow, a charming historic towns, and the kind of laid-back magic that makes the Winter feel special again. Nestled among Colorado’s tallest...

@abril_oso Looking for a winter that feels like winter? Something straight out of a Hallmark movie? At 10,152 feet, Leadville and Twin Lakes deliver just that, guaranteed snow, charming historic towns, and the kind of laid-back magic that makes winter feel special again.  Nestled among Colorado’s...