Primera clasificación Atractivos en Creede

Spanning across more than a million acres (7,52,715 hectares), the Rio Grande National Forest spills over into close to nine counties of Colorado. A verdant paradise that conceals within itself the fertile land of the San Luis Valley, the forest is further divided into the wilderness areas of La Garita, Sangre de Cristo, South San Juan, and the Weminuche Wilderness. Throughout the year, the region delights visitors with breathtaking landscapes and ample of recreational opportunities. During summers, the forest is covered in a carpet of wildflowers, while autumn transforms the terrain into a palette that's rich with earthy hues. A snowy cloak engulfs the national forest when winter is at its peak, thus beckoning avid skiers to its frigid yet adventurous environs.

The historical gold and silver boom of Colorado hugely benefited silver mining in Creede. When silver was found in 1889, miners flocked to this quaint town and mining was the sole industry to prosper until 1985 when the Bulldog Mine was decommissioned. When the idea for an underground fire station was put forth by Bob Louth, people warmed up to the plan and this resulted in the conceptualization of the Underground Mining Museum. In the early 1990s, local miners began mining a rock cliff and once mining was completed, artifacts and minerals were placed in this underground mine. The community center was built to draw in locals and visitors to increase tourism. The museum displays the tools and equipment used for mining in the 1800s and is a splendid tourist attraction for visitors curious to follow the tunnels of the mine just as the miners in the early days would.

Since silver and other minerals were discovered in Willow Creek Canyon in 1889, the small town of Creede came to be known as a mining town. Owing to the town’s rich mining history, it was proposed that an underground firehouse would be built on the side of the mountain. Local mining companies funded the project, by donating labor and materials. When you take a look at the fire house from outside, it looks like a small cave. But when you look inside, you will be amazed to see tunnels carved out of rocks for large firetrucks and other vehicles, a bay, a fire chief’s office and well-equipped kitchen and bathrooms. As this is not a typical firehouse, make sure to drop in for a tour if the firefighters are not busy fighting fires.

Cradled in the embrace of the towering San Juan Mountains, Creede exudes a quaint charm, its picturesque expanse stippled with longstanding landmarks and historic houses that serve as a testament to its past. Nature and history coexist here, with narrow lanes winding along time-honored establishments even as rugged cliffs loom over their surroundings and attest to the region's natural splendor. While the Creede Historical Society Museum offers an insight into the town's history, the Creede Underground Mining Museum is a veritable treasure trove of mining culture. Several restaurants will regale you with local fare, while souvenir stores will entice you with traditional trinkets and memorabilia. Other attractions to explore in the vicinity include the Wheeler Geologic Area and the Last Chance Mine.