Cripple Creek

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Cripple Creek
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Hear stories of fortune hunters, go wildlife spotting and explore mining heritage in a city that was once a hub of gold mining activity.

The city of Cripple Creek is a former gold mining camp at the foot of Pikes Peak. The picturesque place sits in a valley and is surrounded by the Rocky Mountains. Explore the spectacular scenery and relive the past in Cripple's Creek's museums and historical attractions.

Toward the end of the 19th century, gold discoveries in Cripple Creek heralded the start of last great Colorado gold rush. Now, the allure of the abandoned mines attracts thousands of visitors every year. Visit the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine and journey 1,000 feet (305 meters) underground to see gold veins, ride an air powered train along a mine rail and look at old mining equipment.

To learn more about the Cripple Creek’s mining heritage go to Victor's Gold Camp Ag & Mining Museum. If you want to discover more about the city’s past, listen to tales of infamous outlaws of the Wild West at the Cripple Creek Jail Museum. Climb inside original cells, study police logs from the 1890s and read original newspaper stories about the lawless. The darker side of Cripple Creek’s early years are explored in the Old Homestead House Museum, once one of the town's numerous brothels.

See some of the city's natural attractions with a ride on the Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad. A steam-powered locomotive takes you on a 4-mile (6.5-kilometer) round-trip into the Rocky Mountains, past abandoned mines. 

Hikers and bikers can explore the area’s many trails, including the Gold Camp Trail. Bring your camera for the wildlife spotting opportunities. Among the animals that can be seen in the terrain around the city are mountain lions, mule deer, elks, black bears, coyotes and raccoons.

Cripple Creek also has many attractions to keep you entertained in the evening. Dine in a candle-lit restaurant, watch a show at the Butte Theater and try your luck at one of the casinos. 

Cripple Creek is approximately 40 miles (64 kilometers) west of Colorado Springs. Leave some time in your stay to look at its sister city of Victor. The mining town is a short drive away and features many late 19th-century structures.

Chamonix Casino Hotel
Chamonix Casino Hotel
4.5 out of 5
201 E Bennett Ave, Cripple Creek, CO
The price is HK$1,013 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
HK$1,013
HK$1,374 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Cripple Creek. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (799 reviews)
"Was very clean and all staff were nice!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Chamonix Casino Hotel
Golden Nugget Cripple Creek
Golden Nugget Cripple Creek
2.5 out of 5
119 N Fifth St, Cripple Creek, CO
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cripple Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,170 reviews)
"Need a better blow dryer."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Golden Nugget Cripple Creek
Gold King Mountain Inn
Gold King Mountain Inn
2.5 out of 5
601 Galena Ave, Cripple Creek, CO
The price is HK$620 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$620
HK$702 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cripple Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (791 reviews)
"The property is perfectly acceptable and our room was clean and comfortable. The view overlooking the town and the neighboring mine are beautiful. The building is showing some wear and tear but the pool and spa were clean and this was a real winner with the grandkids."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Gold King Mountain Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cripple Creek Cabin with Fantastic Views and Hot Tub
Cripple Creek Cabin with Fantastic Views and Hot Tub
Cripple Creek
Stay at this vacation home in Cripple Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Golden Nugget Cripple Creek ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
"The view was breathtaking. The cabin was comfortable, bed very comfortable. Great location near to Cripple Creek."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Cripple Creek Cabin with Fantastic Views and Hot Tub
Imagine a romantic couple’s cabin nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies
Imagine a romantic couple’s cabin nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies
Cripple Creek
Stay at this vacation home in Cripple Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Golden Nugget Cripple Creek Casino and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (258 reviews)
Weekend
"Loved that it had a full kitchen with all things needed and then some. Excellent views, over all a great relaxing weekend. Definitely considering this as a recurring trip! Host came out in the snow to provide more fire wood. If you need a weekend reset, this is definitely the place to do so!"

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Imagine a romantic couple’s cabin nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies
Immaculate!  2 bed 2 bath One Block to Downtown, Mnt View, Deck-Grill-Wildlife
Immaculate! 2 bed 2 bath One Block to Downtown, Mnt View, Deck-Grill-Wildlife
Cripple Creek
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Cripple Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Cripple Creek and Victor ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Clean and nice
"The weather was nice and the house was *spectacular clean*"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Immaculate! 2 bed 2 bath One Block to Downtown, Mnt View, Deck-Grill-Wildlife
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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