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A little about Cripple Creek
Cripple Creek is full of museums and attractions that herald its history as an old west mining town. Take a ride on our railroad through the beautiful mountain passes or take a stab at finding your own nugget. We also have hiking, biking, shopping and gaming that is unique and special. You will remember your visit to Cripple Creek.
The history of Cripple Creek
At an elevation of 9,494 feet (2,894 m) and just below tree line, for many years, Cripple Creek's high valley was considered no more important than a cattle pasture. Many prospectors avoided the area after the misnamed Mount Pisgah hoax, a mini gold rush caused by salting (adding gold to worthless rock). On 20th October, 1890, however, Robert Miller "Bob" Womack discovered a rich ore and the last great Colorado gold rush began. Thousands of prospectors flocked to the region, and before long W. S. Stratton located the famous Independence lode, one of the largest gold strikes in history. In three years, the population increased from five hundred to ten thousand by 1893. Although half a billion dollars' worth of gold ore was dug from Cripple Creek, Womack himself would die, penniless, on 10th August, 1909
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Businesses in Cripple Creek, Colorado
Here is a collection of downtown Cripple Creek, Colorado businesses. Clicking on the thumbnail image, or the blue "View Member" will take you to that businesses page. We've included some jump links so that you can easily navigate to different categories of businesses. Those, can be found directly below as icons. Or, there is a list of categories in the menu bar.
Carr Manor Luxury Boutique Hotel and B & B
Lodging
Built in the 1890's, charm kept with modern ammenities
Whispering Pines Bed & Breakfast
Lodging
In the pines just 3 minutes away from Cripple Creek
Big Jim's Gambling Hall & Saloon
Museums / Attractions
Big Jim's is REAL Excitement, REAL Fun, and REAL Friendly
Century Casino in Cripple Creek
Museums / Attractions
We feature 430 Slots, BlackJack, Roulette and fun
Johnny Nolon's Saloon & Gambling Emporium
Museums / Attractions
From Pony Express rider to saloonkeeper
Midnight Rose Hotel & Casino
Museums / Attractions
Elegant Victorian surroundings with true casino gaming
Boiler Room Tavern at the Hotel St. Nicholas
Restaurants
Located in the historic Nicholas Hotel
Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad Gift Shop
Shopping
Historic souvenirs and gifts
