Idaho Springs, Colorado |
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![]() The Idaho Springs City Hall |
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At one time, Idaho Springs was so prosperous that the 14,000 citizens enjoyed electricity in their homes even before Denver had power. On January 5, 1859, George Jackson made the first substantial discovery of placer gold at the confluence of Chicago Creek and Clear Creek (where Idaho Springs is now). Jackson was drawn to the area by clouds of steam rising from the nearby hot springs (which are the springs Idaho Springs is named for). The placer discoveries were soon followed by the finding of gold veins in the rock walls on both sides of Clear Creek Canyon. Hard rock mining in the canyon went on long after the placer discoveries were depleted. Today, Idaho Springs is another tourist destination in the mountains showcasing the Pike's Peak Gold Rush and ensuing frenzy. The historical downtown area is at the western end of town with a strip of tourist attractions and facilities at the east end of town. In between is a veritable bedroom community for the seasonal workers at Loveland Ski Area. There's another ski area close by at Echo Mountain Park. |
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![]() ![]() Beau Jo's Colorado Pizza was founded in Idaho Springs in 1973, in the shop at the right in the above photo ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The Idaho Springs Visitor Center ![]() |
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| Clear Creek County Related Pages: Georgetown - Silver Plume - Empire - Clear Creek County |
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Other Clear Creek County Related Pages: Loveland Ski Area - Echo Mountain Park - State Trustlands & Wildlife Areas Guanella Pass Scenic Byway - Loveland Pass |
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