Well done by the Historical Society folks. Have lunch/dinner at the PineCreek Cookhouse while there. More

It is a view in the past. It is wonderful that these cabins and buildings are still kept as much as they could be perserved to give an interesting feel of the past. More

In a winter where the snow in Aspen hasn't been great, taking a day trip out to Ashcroft is a lot of fun. You can rent xc skis or snowshoes and explore the well-maintained trails. It is something different to do while you are in Aspen. More

The TV series that you thought was filmed in Canada about the mounted police was filmed right here, it is a fun spot because you can rent cross country skis and/or go to the Pine Creek Cook House More

Its a great way to see and enjoy a little history. Lots of old stuctures and beautiful scenery all around. Easier to see in summer or grab a pair of snowshoes and wander the area in winter for an entirely different experience. More

We enjoyed the mystique of the old mining town. Like a time traveler going back to the mining days, a time when you had to arrive on a stage coach, it congers up so much to the imagination. There is no food or amenities, so plan accordingly before heading up. We love history and we took the time to read... More

unfortunately we couldn't bring our dog b/c they are not allowed to walk through the town. it doesn't look like much but it ended up being really interesting! beautiful part of colorado, only need about 30 minutes to walk through More

Ten miles south of Aspen on Castle Creek Road is the historic ghost town built in 1880 for silver mining. The children love walking along the trail past the old buildings. Call [---] if you are interested in a tour. No dogs allowed. More

What made this place great was the guide - in my case Dan - he is extremely knowledgeable and really made the ghost town come alive. I would not have liked it without him because I don't know all the background. He was from ACES - and was a biologist. So not only did he know a lot about the... More