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Food & Drink

A cozy coffee shop interior, where a wooden counter serves as the focal point
Drink coffee: The Frothy Cup

(303) 567-2622
1510 Miner St,
Idaho Springs,
CO 80452

Fresh sandwich with bacon and scrambled eggs
Eat breakfast: Main Street Restaurant

(303) 567-2788
1518 Miner St,
Idaho Springs,
CO 80452

Freshly baked pastries
Get pastries: Edelweiss

(970) 309-0117
1520 Miner St,
Idaho Springs,
CO 80452

A moment of culinary delight, featuring a delectable steak served on a white plate
Dinner with friends: Mountain Prime

(720) 428-8515
1600 Miner St,
Idaho Springs,
CO 80452

Couple in Chinese Restaurant
Dinner with live music: 511 Rose

(303) 569-5142
511 Rose St,
Georgetown,
CO 80444

Pink cocktail Margarita with rose syrup
Have a cocktail: The Bread Bar

A hidden gem that feels like a speakeasy in a ghost town. The streets aren’t even paved!
1010 Main St,
Silver Plume,
CO 80476
www.breadbarsp.com

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Best steak in the county: Coopers on the Creek

1500 Argentine St,
Georgetown,
CO 80444

A close-up view of a pulled pork sandwich, cut in half and placed on a yellow paper
Quick lunch: Big B’s Soup & Grilled Cheese

“What would Cheesus do?”
(303) 481-8211
2448 Colorado Blvd,
Idaho Springs,
CO

couple flirting at restaurant table
Most Unique Dining Experience In The County: Pheastly’s Gold Mine Tunnel Dinner Experience

By reservation Only:
(720) 608-1238
pheastly.chef@gmail.com

Scenic Strolls, Picnic Spots & Hidden Gems

Outdoor Leisure

The perfect day for a picnic
Layout a picnic

Take a quiet, scenic walk up North Spring Gulch. Plenty of shade and seclusion.
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Highway at autumn in Colorado, USA.
Enjoy an easy scenic drive

Scenic Drive: US-6 between I-70 and CO-119
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Tourist near Bear Lake in Colorado
Go for a leisurely walk

Georgetown Lake Trail (scenic views, ample parking)
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Shoshone Falls Park, Idaho, USA on Snake River
Be romantic/See a waterfall

This hidden gem is my favorite spot! Park at these coordinates and follow the sound of the water:
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Ride a steam train up the mountain

Climb aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad and enjoy the ride
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Tour a gold mine

This hidden gem is my favorite spot! Park at these coordinates and follow the sound of the water.
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Happy kids in the park
Let the kids run and play

City Park in Georgetown
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Hungry for More Mountain Adventures?

Unlock our full local’s guide to hidden hikes, secret dining spots, and seasonal surprises—all within 15 minutes of your stay.
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Shop Local, Take Home a Piece of the Mountains

Shopping & Souvenirs

Young women shopping at boutique.
Buy souvenirs

Miner Street in Idaho Springs is packed with unique boutiques!
Favorite: The Wild Grape

People enjoying art at gallery
Buy from local artists

6th Street, Georgetown

Beginner-Friendly Thrills to Get Your Heart Racing

Activities for the Adventurous

USA, Wyoming, cowgirl riding his horse across river
Ride horses: A & A Historical Horseback Riding

(720) 717-4086
188 Alps Hill Rd,
Idaho Springs,
CO 80452

caucasian man driving a off road jeep
Go jeeping: Leavenworth Creek Trail

Easy trail with beautiful scenery, ghost towns, and mining history.
Leavenworth Creek Trail Info

A fisherman fishing with fly fishing in the flowing stream
Fly fish: Clear Creek

Clear Creek (along Stanley Road between Idaho Springs and Dumont)

Seniors with instructor using chalk before climbing rocks outdoors in nature, active lifestyle.
Rock climb: Clear Creek Canyon

Clear Creek Canyon
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Mountain biker
Mountain bike rentals: Exit 40 Ski & Bike Rentals

1313 Idaho St,
Idaho Springs,
CO 80452

Hot springs in California
Bathe in a hot springs cave: Indian Hot Springs

Historical landmark hot springs cave and pool
302 Soda Creed Road,
Idaho Springs
(303) 989-6666
Indian Hot Springs

Shot of a group of young male friends white water rafting
Go rafting: Liquid Descent

1896 Stanley Road,
Idaho Springs,
CO
Liquid Descent

Ziplining a deep canyon
Zip Line: Colorado Adventure Center

2697 Stanley Raod,
Idaho Springs,
CO 80452

Picturesque view of Colorado river in Horseshoe Bend
See it from the top: Clear Creek County

Mount Bierstadt, Mount Blue Sky, Grays Peak, and Torreys Peak
Clear Creek County offers 4 14ERS to hike!

 

Family-Friendly Winter Adventures

Winter Activities

Ready for skiing
Ski: Loveland Ski Area

Loveland may be the only ski resort in the county, but it’s my favorite!

Snow mobile
Ride snowmobiles: Jones Pass Snowmobile Trail

More information available via the
Colorado Snowmobile Association.

Autumn view of Lake San Cristobal in Colorado
Georgetown Lake

Georgetown Lake offers ice fishing, pond hockey (in February) and Curling on occasion. You can also place your bets to guess when the donkey will fall into the ice!

beautiful blonde with spit cake at the Christmas market in Wroclaw, Poland
Georgetown Christmas Market

Visit historical Georgetown, listen to the carolers, ride the sleigh and sip the cider all while checking off your Christmas gift list!
Christmas Events in Georgetown, CO

Young couple decorates Christmas tree at backyard
Christmas Tree hunting:

Pick out a tree like the olden days! Georgetown allows you to hike the mountain and cut a tree down from the
forest, just like our great grandparents did! Must have a tag and register in advance.