Welcome to
Leadville, Colorado

"There has been but one Leadville.  Never will there be another."
(1916 quote from "Olden Times in Colorado")

Leadville is situated in a high mountain valley near the junction of  U.S. Hwy 24 & State Hwy 91. At an elevation of 10,430 feet. It is said to be the highest incorporated city in the country. Nearest commercial airports are Aspen, Denver International, and Colorado Springs.

The town began as a silver, gold, and lead mining community and was incorporated in 1878. Most of the buildings in the 70-square block Leadville National Historic Landmark District were built between 1880 and 1905. The Leadville area boasts exceptional scenery, crisp mountain air, and pleasant summer temperatures.

Leadville is one of the main gateways to recreation in the 1,109,782 acre San Isabel National Forest and is the northern gateway to the 148-mile long Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Colorado's highest peak, 14,433 foot Mount Elbert, is 9 miles south via U.S. Hwy 24. The town is an excellent base of operations for exploring the northern sections of the forest and nearby Twin Lakes and Turquoise Lake recreation areas.

Greater Leadville Area Chamber of Commerce: Serves the towns of Leadville, Twin Lakes, and surrounding area. They are an excellent source for information regarding the community and will provide assistance in planning your visit to the area.

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