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Clear Creek County is located just 20 miles west of Denver with unique levels of adventure for everyone!
But did you know that there are dozens of locally-owned small businesses, attractions, museums, art galleries, boutiques, craft breweries and restaurants to explore?
It’s true!
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, along the I-70 corridor, the mountain communities of Idaho Springs, Empire, Georgetown, and Silver Plume welcome you to stop in and discover…
Choose cozy accommodations for your next weekend getaway as you venture out and explore.
Experience a Rocky Mountain zipline that allows you to soar along tree tops over Chicago Creek and Clear Creek while enjoying cool, crisp mountain air and breathtaking views…
Explore historic gold and silver mines and mills, try your hand at panning for gold, and experience the life of a hard rock miner.
Sip on locally crafted suds or enjoy gourmet cuisine with the Colorado Mountain ambience all around.
Let the Memories Begin!
“… This is where the daring first found gold. And where the spirit of adventure still lingers today. Where you can be yourself. Or find yourself. Or let yourself run wild. Come to change your state of mind. Or to shake up your weekend routine, with healing waters, winding trails, and lazy afternoons.
Welcome to real Colorado.
Welcome to Clear Creek County.
Open for Adventure. “
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Live WILD
Clear Creek County is the gateway to the Rocky Mountains. Located just west of Denver along Interstate 70, Clear Creek has 396 square miles of public lands to explore, as well as four mountain peaks above 14,000 feet. Clear Creek is comprised of charming mountains towns Idaho Springs, Downieville, Lawson, Empire, Georgetown, and Silver Plume, which are all along the I-70 corridor. Learn more about Clear Creek County here.