Between 1879 and 1884 Lulu City was built solely for the search for precious minerals, in this case silver. The town was built very quickly and disappeared as soon as the silver rush ended.

The trail takes you to the few remains of this ghost village. The place itself is pleasant and you understand why the site has been chosen in the middle of nowhere.

Vincent Reboul

November 9, 2023

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Between 1879 and 1884 Lulu City was built solely for the search for precious minerals, in this case silver. It appeared very quickly like a mushroom and disappeared as soon as the silver rush ended.

The trail takes you to the few remains of this ghost village. The place itself is pleasant and you understand why the site has been chosen in the middle of nowhere.

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1. Lulu City Site via Colorado Trail — Rocky Mountain National Park

11.7km

03:12

180m

Gentle riverside hike through dense forest to discover the peaceful ruins of a forgotten mining town.

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2. Lulu City via Grand Ditch and Little Yellowstone Trails — Rocky Mountain National Park

12.8km

04:04

290m

Riverside trail through Rocky Mountain National Park to abandoned Lulu City mining ruins.

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3. Lulu City Ruins – Colorado River Trail loop from Grand Lake

21.2km

06:05

470m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,860 m

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Location: Grand County, Colorado, United States

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Lulu City Ruins

1. Lulu City Site via Colorado Trail — Rocky Mountain National Park

2. Lulu City via Grand Ditch and Little Yellowstone Trails — Rocky Mountain National Park

3. Lulu City Ruins – Colorado River Trail loop from Grand Lake

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