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1. Mount Elbert ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Mount Elbert
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2. Cooper ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Twin Lakes

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Twin Lakes
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4. The National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum

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The National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum
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5. The Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad

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The Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad
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6. Top of the Rockies Ziplines

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7. The Mineral Belt Trail

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The Mineral Belt Trail
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8. Temple Israel

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9. The Mayflower Gulch Trail

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The Mayflower Gulch Trail
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10. Top of the Rockies National Scenic Byway

Top of the Rockies National Scenic Byway
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11. Leadville National Fish Hatchery

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Leadville National Fish Hatchery
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12. The Healy House Museum and Dexter Cabin

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The Healy House Museum and Dexter Cabin
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13. Mosquito Pass

Mosquito Pass
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14. The Tabor Opera House

15. The Matchless Mine Tour

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The Matchless Mine Tour
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16. The Hagerman Tunnel

The Hagerman Tunnel
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17. The Leadville Heritage Museum and Gallery

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The Leadville Heritage Museum and Gallery
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18. Lake County Public Library

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19. Hagerman Pass

Hagerman Pass
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20. Turquoise Lake Recreation Area

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Turquoise Lake Recreation Area
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21. Mount Massive

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Mount Massive
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22. The Colorado Midland Centennial Trail

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The Colorado Midland Centennial Trail
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • What is Leadville known for?
    • Leadville is the only incorporated municipality in Lake County, CO and is known as the highest city in the United States.
  • What is Leadville's elevation?
    • Leadville sits at an elevation of 10,152 feet within the beautiful Rocky Mountains.
  • Which famous peaks are near Leadville?
    • Leadville is located near the renowned peaks of Mount Massive and Mount Elbert.

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