Fun Things To Do In Winter In Leadville, Colorado

Experience winter in Leadville, Colorado, for a trip you’ll never forget. The highest city in North America has the best snow around, plus tons of ways to enjoy it. Watch our Colorado Public Television series to learn just how much there is to do in winter!

In Leadville, City in the Clouds, we’ll check out the great skiing at Ski Cooper. Discover the joy of lessons for the whole family and snowcat skiing for the adventurous. The come along as we honor heroes, the ski troopers of the Tenth Mountain Division, who trained at Cooper and Camp Hale.

Did you know that Leadville has nearly 100 miles of groomed winter trails–and that most are free? In Leadville, Be in Your Element, we’ll check out the jaw-dropping views from some of those trails. We’ll stop in Cycles of Life bike shop and take some fat tire bikes out for a spin. Then we’ll explore a unique outing, fine dining and a luxurious night’s rest in yurts at Tennessee Pass Nordic Center, Cookhouse and Sleep Yurts.

Ready to experience this special place yourself? Check out all the fun things to do in winter in Leadville and Twin Lakes. And plan your trip today!

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