The Crags Hotel, also known as the Crags Mountain Resort, was built in 1908 at the top of the canyon. The hotel was a very popular destination.

There were 3 ways to get there. The Denver and Salt Lake Railroad, often referred to as Moffat Road, passed just above the hotel. Customers could also rent a car to ride up the Rattlesnake Gulch wagon road. As a last solution, customers could take the inclined railway.

In November 1912, after the resort was closed for the season, the hotel caught on fire. Only a few ruins remain.

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November 26, 2023

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1. Rattlesnake Gulch Trail loop — Eldorado Canyon State Park

6.13km

02:03

300m

Historic trail to 1913 hotel ruins with sweeping canyon views and glimpses of rock climbers below.

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2. Eldorado Canyon — Boulder Open Space & Mountains Parks

18.1km

05:20

510m

Creek-side hike through towering orange sandstone walls to historic hotel ruins and mountain overlooks.

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3. Rattlesnake Gulch Trail – Ruins of the Crags Hotel loop from Flatiron Crossing

3.83km

01:15

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Eldorado Springs, Boulder County, Colorado, United States

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Ruins of the Crags Hotel

1. Rattlesnake Gulch Trail loop — Eldorado Canyon State Park

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