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Mosquito Pass & mining country loop — Leadville

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United States
Colorado
Lake County
Leadville

Mosquito Pass & mining country loop — Leadville

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Mosquito Pass & mining country loop — Leadville

04:59

37.7km

1,530m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 13, 2024

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656 m

Harrison Ave (Downtown Leadville)

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Leadville, Colorado is the highest town in the US at 10,152 feet above sea-level. This small former mining town has recently begun to transform into a recreational hub in large …

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2

1.37 km

Leadville Railroad

Highlight • Monument

There is an old steam engine on display next to the current active railroad. You can book 2 hour scenic train tours from $77.50 on the Leadville Railroad website here: leadvillerailroad.com/train-rides.

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3

4.38 km

Silver Cord Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

The Silver Cord Mine is a notable piece of Leadville's history. The Silver Cord Mining Company is responsible for the concrete arch on the way up California Gulch, as well …

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4

16.7 km

Leadville mining country

Highlight • Monument

This basin is host to a load of different old mining structures. The area is rich in mining history, which is why there are so many great trails and roads …

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5

17.1 km

Monarch Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

This historic mine ruin is notable for its well-preserved and picturesque ore house which stands as a testament to Leadville's mining history.

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6

20.5 km

Lookout over Diamond & Mountain Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Diamond and Mountain Lake are actually two reservoirs that provide water to the town of Leadville. This road junction with the Birds Eye Gulch Jeep Road offers great views down …

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23.2 km

Mosquito Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Mosquito Pass (sandwiched between Mosquito Peak and Mount Evans "B") sits at 13,185 feet atop an old mining road. This is the turn-around point for the famous Leadville Marathon and …

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37.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.1 km

11.0 km

2.64 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.7 km

7.34 km

4.52 km

2.83 km

337 m

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Highest point (4,020 m)

Lowest point (3,080 m)

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