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Fairplay Colorado Tourism |
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The historic mining town of Fairplay elevation 9,500 ft. overlooks the head waters of the South Platte River that flows through South Park.With a view of the Mosquito Mountain Range to the west, which includes four mountains that are above 14,000 feet, and South Park, a high plateau valley to the east, which includes four reservoirs and numerous streams for fishing, some of them are Golden Trout Waters. The national forest is easily accessible for hiking, biking, 4-wheeling, fishing, horseback riding, sightseeing and breathtaking for pictures. Some of the oldest Bristle Cone pine trees are located to the west of town along with old mining sites. South Park City Museum was created to save 32 vintage buildings and to show the historic value of South Park. Within these buildings are over 60,000 artifacts of the late 1800’s. During the fall, the aspen trees are breathtaking with their bounty of gold. Also placer gold can still be found along the South Platte River and other streams in and around Fairplay. Winter offers snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobile trails. Skiing is less than 30 miles away. Come join us in the center of the Rockies, where fresh air is unlimited. |
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