Idaho Springs, Colorado Mountain Activities & Recreation

Tucked against the Rocky Mountains, Idaho Springs offers outdoor-lovers a virtual paradise in which to play. Hike to the top of a fourteener, take your bike on a single track through a myriad of trails, or traverse one of the scenic byways up Mt. Elbert. Clear Creek runs right by town, offering rafting and kayaking on rapids you'll not soon forget. Or explore the old gold mines near town and experience the gold rush all over again. Come winter of course Idaho Springs is a short drive from ski and snowboard heaven, as well as all your favorite snow-sports.

Throw in some incredible fly fishing, horseback riding and a hot springs to soak your cares away summer or winter, and you have the makings of the perfect getaway.

In FourteenerNet's recreation pages you'll find the guides, outfitters and listings to help you plan that great escape into the mountains of Idaho Springs.