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Also known as: The Mining Queen of the San Juans
Silverton is a historic, isolated mountain mining town located in San Juan County, nestled within a high-alpine caldera at an elevation of 9,318 feet in the heart of the San Juan Mountains. Established in 1874 following a massive silver strike, the town is a designated National Historic Landmark, perfectly preserving its wild old-west architecture and acting as a mecca for extreme backcountry skiers and heritage rail enthusiasts.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Arrive via the spectacular coal-fired Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, stroll through historic colorful saloons along Blair Street, mountain bike or off-road the rugged Alpine Loop scenic trail, and ski the extreme un-groomed terrain at Silverton Mountain.
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