Clear Creek County Even though Clear Creek County is one of the smallest counties in the state, it's full of outdoor adventure and rich history. It’s a place to live for those that love the outdoors year-round. It’s also a place to visit for those that want an authentic Colorado experience. Where old mining haunts tower over the modern restaurants, breweries, and shops. It’s [...]
Loveland Ski Area, Georgetown's Skiing Destination Family Owned and Operated for Over 60 Years Loveland is a winter paradise, sitting high in the sky at the crown of the Continental Divide. Driving underneath the “Loveland Ski Area” gateway gives loyalist and first timers a feeling that they’ve come home. Since opening in 1936, Loveland has always evoked an authentic Colorado vibe. 10,800 feet in elevation [...]
Georgetown’s Christmas Market in 2020 The Georgetown Christmas Market is the quintessential winter town event, right out of a Christmas movie. No, literally. In the 1980s, John Denver starred in The Christmas Gift, filmed in the snowy streets of historic Georgetown, Colorado. Nestled in the towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains, Georgetown's quaint Victorian era homes and atmosphere add to its festive charm. You can [...]
Silverdale Trailhead Above Georgetown, Colorado The hiking around Georgetown has always been one of the town's greatest draws. This is due in large part to the mountains that encapsulate the area and the beauty they possess. Of all the trails to choose from, the Silverdale Trailhead is a topmost favorite. A point along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway and home to a historic mining ghost [...]
Hiking Near Georgetown, Colorado There are many draws to the quaint, historical settlement of Georgetown. Some people visit to ride the Georgetown Loop Railroad. Others come for Loveland Ski Area, lodging in the town to be closer to the slopes. But the vast majority of Georgetown’s visitors come to hike the mountains that surround the place. Hiking near Georgetown is easy because of all [...]
Georgetown, Colorado in the Fall There are few places in the world that provide a more spectacular view of dramatic fall color changes than the area surrounding Georgetown, Colorado. The surrounding hillsides are a majority of pine dotted with groves of aspen. In the fall, the aspen leaves turn from green to a very vibrant golden yellow. The darker forest that surrounds these groves [...]
Fishing in Georgetown, CO Fishing in Georgetown is a favorite pastimes for locals and tourists alike. If you’re planning a trip to Georgetown, don’t forget to pack the fishing pole. Not only is there simple, drive-up access to excellent spots like Georgetown Lake, but there's also an abundance of streams and back-country ponds in the surrounding area. Anglers visiting Georgetown can drive, 4-wheel, or hike [...]
Guanella Pass Camping: The Best Retreat for an Unforgettable Camping Experience Camping Near Georgetown, CO Are you wondering where to visit next for your camping excursions? If so, the Guanella pass camping is without a doubt one of the best locations worth considering. With plenty of campsites found in and around this scenic getaway destination, you will definitely be spoilt for choice on where to set [...]
Mount Evans Scenic Byway: A Road to the Sky As you wind your way up the highest paved road in North America - past rolling slopes, a mountain lake and meadows covered with wildflowers - you’ll arrive well above the treeline and 134 feet from the summit of Mount Evans. This allows daytrippers to experience a tundra landscape up close and personal. Also accessible [...]
Guanella Pass Scenic Byway: Snapshot of the Rockies One of the best ways to introduce or reintroduce yourself to Colorado’s Rocky Mountains is to take a drive down the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway between the towns of Grant and Georgetown. You’ll climb to timberline at 11,669 feet, while taking in views of Mount Bierstadt and Mount Evans, as well as the alpine tundra and groves [...]
