Notes From the District
History, travel tips, and planning guides written by our concierge team, most of whom have lived in Teller County for years.
The Gold Rush That Built Bennett Avenue
How a single 1890 gold strike turned a mountain pasture into one of Colorado's richest districts — and what's left of it today.
Read the Guide →High-Altitude Travel Tips for First-Time Guests
What actually happens to your body above 9,400 feet, and the small habits that make the first evening easier.
Read the Guide →A Half-Day on the Cripple Creek & Victor Railroad
What to expect from the district's historic narrow-gauge line, and how to time it around a stay with us.
Read the Guide →The Best Season to Visit Teller County
A season-by-season breakdown of what changes in the district, from aspen color in fall to snow season quiet.
Read the Guide →The Gold Camp Road Scenic Drive Guide
What to know before taking the old railroad-grade route between Colorado Springs and Cripple Creek.
Read the Guide →A First Weekend at Platinum Tide, Hour by Hour
A sample two-night itinerary that touches the spa, the gaming floor, the chophouse, and the pool deck without feeling rushed.
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