It is with great pride that we invite you to share Leadville's spectacular scenery with majestic mountains, rushing streams, alpine lakes, wildflowers in vivid colors and sky so blue it appears to be retouched. And that doesn't include winter thrills…

The history of Leadville is filled with dramatic stories of real people who made, and lost, fortunes in this frontier mountain town spiced with Victorian flavor. People known to all of us - Carnegie, Guggenheim, Susan B. Anthony, the "Unsinkable" Molly Brown, Doc Holliday, Oscar Wilde, Horace and Baby Doe Tabor - are just a few of the many who filled Leadville's past.

Rich in gold and silver mining history, Leadville and Lake County are the perfect destination for a unique getaway, relaxing vacation, or relocation. Visit our area business page to find out more about lodging and real estate in Leadville, Colorado.

• Ski Cooper

1) Leadville is the highest incorporated city in the continental United States at 10,152 feet above sea level.

2) Lake County is home to Colorado's two highest peaks: Mt. Elbert at 14,433 feet and Mt. Massive at 14,421 feet.

3) Leadville has more museums than any other Colorado town.

The National Mining Hall of Fame
Explore mining's rich heritage here in Leadville, 719.486.1229.

Ski Cooper
Five lifts serve more than 400 skiable acres, with ski school, day care, rentals and nordic center. 800.707.6114 or www.skicooper.com.

The Mineral Belt Trail
Great for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Call 888.532.3845 for more information.

Snowmobile Trail and Guided Tours
We can help you find the right trail, guide or rental company. Call 888.532.3845 for more information.

Cross Country and Snowshoe Trails
Lake County has miles of scenic snowshoe and cross country ski trails. Call 888.532.3845.