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The historic Town of Georgetown is the Territorial Charter Municipality that is the county seat of Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States. The former silver mining camp along Clear Creek in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains was established in 1859 during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush. The federally designated Georgetown-Silver Plume Historic District comprises Georgetown, the neighboring town of Silver Plume, and the Georgetown Loop Historic Mining & Railroad Park between the two towns. The town population was 1,034 at the 2010 census. The Georgetown Post Office has the ZIP code 80444.
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1. Guanella Pass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 341 reviews
Reviewed By SRMueller1 - Littleton, United States
If you find yourself in Denver in the Fall while the Aspen leaves are changing colors, don’t miss talking a couple of hours to drive over Guanella Pass!!! This is one of our favorite afternoon drives. We head into the mountains on US285 and drive to the West of Bailey - and go up and over Guanella Pass and then drop back down into Georgetown, and then head back east on I-70 to Denver. Beautiful colors, amazing mountains, and perhaps some wildlife.
2. Mt. Bierstadt
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By ksmom2Kansas
This hike is one of Colorado's 14ers, about 14,060 feet. We hiked it in early August, and it was my first 14er. Easy drive to the trailhead. There are two large parking lots, so if the first one you get to is full, just drive a little further down the road (1/4 mile), and you will see another large lot. Both parking lots have restrooms. People also park along the road between the two lots. Wear good hiking boots, bring plenty of snacks or sandwiches, and lots of water. I suggest trekking poles as well. Beautiful views. The trail was extremely easy to follow. Start early! We started at 5:00 am. Only the first mile of this is an easy trail. Then it gets continuously steeper and more rocky. Not easy, and not for children under 8 or 10. We saw very few kids on the trail. According to my Apple Watch, it was 8.5 miles round-trip. Recommended if you are looking for a challenge.
3. Argentine Pass
4. Geneva Creek Trail
5. Georgetown Outdoor Discovery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
I have enjoyed the benefits of living an outdoor lifestyle in Georgetown, Colorado, a National Landmark Historic District. I have thirty five years experience in the outdoor and ski industries with trip leader and guide experience. By sharing my experiences and knowledge, I can make it fun and safe for folks to build their outdoor skills and have their own successful adventures. Most importantly, my goal is to help others appreciate all the benefits that the outdoors lifestyle has to offer.
6. Loveland Ski Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 432 reviews
With over 400 inches of snowfall a year, this resort boasts some of the best skiing in the state and one of the longest seasons.
Reviewed By 321MarkA - Larkspur, United States
Loveland Ski area sits smack on the top of the Continental Divide in Colorado. You are skiing on top of the Interstate 70 Eisenhower/ Johnson Tunnels West of Georgetown and east of Fisco/Dillon. It is a very high area with the base of the ski area just under the 11,000 foot elevation mark. The highest runs/bowls/ Trails top out over 13,000. The area is known for very long ski seasons, often starting as early as mid to late October and going through into May, occasionally June. You can not compare this beautiful ski area to Aspen, Vail, Breckenridge and the other major ski area as this area does not have the glitz of the major resorts. There are no on or near site lodges, hotels, commercial and retail areas... And that, my friends is what makes this place so special. It is, plain and simple, a skiing and riding paradise. If you are looking for the Ritz, main lobster and Wagyu steaks... forget it. This place has a deli and cafeteria (currently closed for Covid-19 protocols) and a few bars. Most are in the base area, but there are places on the mountain for drinks and food. No glitz. Just your basic food. (All food and drink service, except of a grab and go, are closed during the pandemic). I love this place. The focus is skiing and riding and the prices are just about the most reasonable in Colorado. The terrain is a good mix of beginners, intermediate, advanced and expert. All abilities will find some place very comfortable to spend a day. There are just under 100 official trails, but above tree-line there are ample bowls and chutes to choose from. And Intermediates and beginners can even experience bowl skiing at high altitudes. Fire Bowl is great for beginners. Bennet's Bowl, Our Bowl, Sunburst Bowl, Perfect Bowl and a huge area off Lift 8 are perfect for intermediates. Advanced and experts could have some great steep and deep rides off the very to (accesses by Sno-Cats in non-pandemic years), The Valley area, almost a separate area, let's beginners ride without the intimidation of antsy advanced skiers. I just had my first early season Covid enhanced experience a couple days ago and the experience was excellent. The Covid modifications made have changed the style of the lift mazes and, while the lines may look long, it flows smoothly and quickly. My longest wait on a rather busy day was about 10-15 minutes, mid-day, at Chet's Dream. The mid mountain lifts were in the five minute range. My only question was the maze (or lack of it) set-up on Lift 6 (an old double chair serving blue and green runs). They had the skiers and riders lined up in two lines, no maze, on a downhill slope. The pitch was steep enough to make most folks have to sidestep down or use the beginners pie/wedge method to keep from slipping into others. It was odd but a bit quaint. There was good coverage on the open trails despite a lack of December snow. Some areas were a touch icy (e.g. Roulett and Spillway) but it has been warm with minimal snow here so far. I loved the friendliness of the staff. And all in all, a great day. Note, due to Covid protocols, eating, warming, and suiting up really need to be done in your car (again, no near mountain lodging). While this is a major hassle at the big resorts, as you are generally kept far from your car, it's not bad here as the lot and the slopes are in close proximity to each other... A little inconvenient, but certainly acceptable and far closer than the likes of Copper, Vail, Aspen, etc.
