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The Phoenix Gold Mine (Idaho Springs)

Located two miles west of Idaho Springs in the famous Trail Creek Mining District. Your host is Al Mosch, a gold miner in Clear Creek County for over 60 years. Al, with the help of his family and many,...

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George A. Jackson of Idaho Springs

On January 5, 1859, George A. Jackson discovered placer gold at the present site of Idaho Springs where Chicago Creek empties into Clear Creek. It was the first substantial gold discovery in Colorado....

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Argo Tunnel and the Argo Mill (Idaho Springs)

The tunnel, the mill and the mines provided employment for over eighty years to thousands of miners. Over two hundred million dollars of rich ore was sent directly to the smelters in Denver; the Argo...

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The Narrow Gauge Railroad

The Narrow Gauge Railroad played an important role in the development of the Colorado Rockies throughout the latter part of the Nineteenth Century. Prior to the coming of the Iron Horse, the only mode...

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Top 5 Colorado Winter Attractions Close to Denver

Located just 20 miles west of Denver, Clear Creek County offers many incredible winter attractions. From winter train rides to ice racing, there is something here for everyone! Come explore Idaho...

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