Leadville, Colorado, sits at an elevation of over 10,000 feet and is North America's highest incorporated city. Known for its colorful past, Leadville has a rich mining history which comes to life in the many museums donning the town. Leadville draws outdoor enthusiasts every year who take advantage of boating, fishing, hiking and rock-climbing opportunities. The town offers many lodging options for all budgets.
Leadville lies in a valley surrounded by towering mountains toppling over 14,000 feet, including the highest mountain in Colorado, Mount Elbert. Four-wheel drive roads take off from Leadville meandering through pristine land including East Tennessee Road and No Name Gulch. Visitors desiring to experience biking or hiking in the high country have many trail options to choose from. Serious mountaineers may attempt to summit the many fourteener -- 14,000-foot peaks -- in the area. Premier fishing waters await anglers along the Arkansas River and Twin Lakes Reservoir.
Leadville does not close down in the winter, even though it sits at such a high elevation. The same trails that hikers traverse in the summer, draws snowshoers in the winter. Both cross-country and downhill skiers enjoy the Colorado sunshine as they negotiate back country trails and five major ski resorts in the area. Ski Cooper is the closest area, lying five miles from the town's limits.
The Delaware Hotel dates back to 1886 and the hotel showcases Victorian-style rooms. Throughout the hotel, numerous Victorian antiques are housed giving you the feeling of staying in a museum. The hotel offers many different room types including twin, double, queen, king and suites. Callaway's Restaurant on the first floor provides breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as afternoon tea and catering.
The Silver King Inn was recently renovated and offers both suites and deluxe rooms. Each room contains coffee maker, iron and board, safe and hair dryer. For extra amenities such as fridge, oven, microwave and sofa bed, book a suite. Complimentary breakfast is served every morning.
For those on a budget, the Super 8 in Leadville offers clean, comfortable rooms at economical prices. A Super Start continental breakfast starts off your day, and a soak in the sauna closes out your night. All rooms contain free WiFi and cable television including HBO, ESPN and CNN.
