Million Dollar Highway Colorado
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Author | : P. David Smith |
Publisher | : Western Reflections Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 336 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781932738803 |
The Million Dollar Highway runs north and south directly through the middle of the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern, Colorado - some of the most beautiful and rugged country in all of North America, if not the world. There would be no road today if it were not for the treasure chest of minerals that early-day prospectors found, for all the gold and silver in the world was worth nothing if it could not be economically transported out of the mountains. The San Juan communities needed a wagon road, and that is what Otto Mears and others gave them. However, the road was realized only after expenditures of what today would be millions of dollars and almost fifty years of labor. This book is not only the story of an amazing highway. It is also the history of the development of mining and transportation of all types throughout the rugged San Juans. The stunning beauty along the route is pointed out and the complex geology of the mountains and the mines of the San Juan Mountains is explained. This book also details the histories of Durango, Silverton, and Ouray - three quaint, Victorian towns along the road - and tells tales of dozens of small settlements that are now ghost towns.
Author | : Marvin Gregory |
Publisher | : Western Reflections Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 1986 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 9781890437015 |
America's first National Scenic Highway, this breathtaking seventy-mile section of the San Juan Skyway winds along former stage roads, railroad grades, and pack trails as it crosses the heights of the San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado. Learn how the road was carved out of the cliffs, as well as the history of the ghost towns along the highway. This popular travel/history guide will enchant and inform you.
Author | : Jamie Jensen |
Publisher | : Avalon Travel Pub |
Total Pages | : 500 |
Release | : 2000 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 9781566911900 |
Offers detailed descriptions of drives through California and the Southwest, with a flexible format allowing one to switch routes during a journey, and including information on where to eat and sleep, the best local radio stations, hundreds of roadside attractions, and more.
Author | : Thomas Jacob Noel |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 696 |
Release | : 1997 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
"The first detailed survey of the notable prehistoric, historic, and contemporary structures in each of Colorado's 63 counties." -- from "101 Best Books on Colorado" bibliography.
Author | : Marvin Gregory |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 100 |
Release | : 1986 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780960876457 |
Author | : Jason Nelson |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2023-08 |
Genre | : |
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This guidebook covers information about rock climbs between Silverton and Montrose, Colorado along the Highway 550 corridor including Ouray and Ridgway. Along with photo and written route descriptions, the book has essays written by local climbers and some great action photos. There is also some humor thrown in. This book is a must-have both both local climbers and climbers visiting the area.
Author | : Candy Vyvey Moulton |
Publisher | : Roadside History (Paperback) |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780878425204 |
Colorado's roads wind through country that is steeped in history, sometimes tracing routes with a histor of their own, from the Santa Fe Trail tot he Million Dollar Highway. But no matter where you roam in this beautiful state, Roadside History of Colorado can guide you. In this delightful volume, award-winning history writer Candy Moulton escorts raders through ancient pueblos, perilous trails, minng boomtowns, and modern ski resorts.
Author | : Joshua Berman |
Publisher | : Moon Travel |
Total Pages | : 512 |
Release | : 2020-05-12 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 1640498850 |
Find your perfect campsite in the Centennial State with Moon Colorado Camping. A Campsite for Everyone: Choose from a variety of campgrounds and RV parks, from secluded hike-ins to convenient roadside stopovers, including dog-friendly, family-friendly, and wheelchair accessible options Ratings and Essentials: All campsites are rated on a scenic scale and marked with amenities like restrooms, trailhead access, picnic areas, laundry, piped water, showers, and playgrounds Recreation Highlights: Discover nearby hiking, swimming, fishing, whitewater rafting, hot springs, and options for winter sports Maps and Directions: Easy-to-use maps and detailed driving directions for each campground Skip the Crowds:Moon Colorado Camping contains many secluded spots and campgrounds that aren't available in the state's online reservation system The Top RV and Tent Sites for You: Pick the right campsite for your travel style with lists of best campgrounds for stunning views, hot springs, weddings, and more Trailhead Access Campgrounds: Find sites that offer access to the trails throughout the Western Slope, Rocky Mountains, Four Corners and the San Juan Mountains, the San Luis Valley, and more Expert Advice: Local lifelong camper Joshua Berman offers his perspective and insider know-how Tips and Tools: Information on equipment, food and cooking, first aid, and insect protection, plus background on the climate, landscape, and history of the campgrounds Whether you're a veteran or a first-time camper, Moon's comprehensive coverage and trusted advice will have you gearing up for your next adventure. Want to explore the city? Try Moon Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs.
Author | : Linda Gong |
Publisher | : Falcon Guides |
Total Pages | : 388 |
Release | : 1994 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9781560442585 |
66 of the finest trails in Colorado. Includes detailed descriptions and maps.
Author | : Robert L. Brown |
Publisher | : Caxton Press |
Total Pages | : 268 |
Release | : 1963 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780870040214 |
Distributed by the University of Nebraska Press for Caxton Press Settle into your four-wheel-drive vehicle or a chair and take off for the mining camps of Colorado! This book is an illustrated history of fifty-nine towns famous during the gold and silver rushes of the 1800s, with directions on how to get to each.