--- title: Hike Through Gold Mine History description: Back before Breckenridge was a skier's paradise, it was a gold mining town! Although the town looks very different today, an inquisitive eye can still find remnants of the former mining culture. The best way to see Breckenridge's mining history, however, is by taking a guided hike! image: https://www.breckenridge.me/hubfs/142479731_3581285071949095_8659534822829995885_n.jpg --- [![breckenridge-me-blog.png](https://www.breckenridge.me/hs-fs/hubfs/breckenridge-me-blog.png?width=246&name=breckenridge-me-blog.png "breckenridge-me-blog.png")](http://breckenridge.me) [![breckenridge-me-blog.png](https://www.breckenridge.me/hs-fs/hubfs/breckenridge-me-blog.png?width=246&name=breckenridge-me-blog.png "breckenridge-me-blog.png")](http://breckenridge.me) [**](https://www.breckenridge.me/hike-through-gold-mine-history#) 1 ![featured image 1](https://www.breckenridge.me/hubfs/142479731_3581285071949095_8659534822829995885_n.jpg) History # Hike Through Gold Mine History ![](https://www.breckenridge.me/hubfs/BEAADA8B-EAB9-41DB-B81E-479BD788DF9F.jpg) By [Bailee Wilson](https://www.breckenridge.me/author/bailee-wilson) October 9, 2021 ### Posts by Topic - [Family (106)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/family) - [Ski (70)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/ski) - [Activities (57)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/activities) - [Events (50)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/events) - [Ski Industry (42)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/ski-industry) - [Around Town (38)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/around-town) - [Winter (34)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/winter) - [Outdoor (30)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/outdoor) - [Weather and Terrain (30)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/weather-and-terrain) - [Summer (29)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/summer) - [News (25)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/news) - [Amusement (24)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/amusement) - [Tips and Tricks (22)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/tips-and-tricks) - [snow (22)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/snow) - [Shopping and Dining (20)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/shopping-and-dining) - [Season Passes (19)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/season-passes) - [Spring Skiing (18)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/spring-skiing) - [Videos (15)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/videos) - [Free (14)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/free) - [Holiday (13)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/holiday) - [Off-Season (11)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/off-season) - [Date Night (9)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/date-night) - [Fitness (8)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/fitness) - [Notable Locals (7)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/notable-locals) - [History (5)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/history) - [Music (5)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/music) - [Lodging (4)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/lodging) - [Après-Ski (3)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/après-ski) - [Nightlife (2)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/nightlife) - [Contest (1)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/contest) - [Golf (1)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/golf) - [Luxury Adventures (1)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/luxury-adventures) Search Back before Breckenridge was a skier's paradise, it was a gold mining town! Although the town looks very different today, an inquisitive eye can still find remnants of the former mining culture. The best way to see Breckenridge's mining history, however, is by taking a guided hike! ![198835360_3959018864175712_1177321899956244734_n](https://www.breckenridge.me/hs-fs/hubfs/198835360_3959018864175712_1177321899956244734_n.jpg?width=1024&name=198835360_3959018864175712_1177321899956244734_n.jpg) Photo from [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/BreckenridgeHeritageAlliance/)  The [Breckenridge Heritage Alliance](https://www.breckheritage.com/) offers an excellent [guided hike](https://www.breckheritage.com/hike-through-gold-mine-history) that lead visitors on a deep dive into the town's rich mining history. From the Iowa Hill Trailhead, you'll embark on a 1.5 mile hike through a former hydraulic mining site, where sprayed hillsides with giant nozzles to gather gold-bearing gravel. You'll see authentic mining artifacts and interpretive signs across the scenic landscape, and at the top of the hill, you'll get access to a restored boardinghouse that dates back to 1868. ![194565743_3955736307837301_3452196878859430888_n](https://www.breckenridge.me/hs-fs/hubfs/194565743_3955736307837301_3452196878859430888_n.jpg?width=1024&name=194565743_3955736307837301_3452196878859430888_n.jpg) Photo from [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/BreckenridgeHeritageAlliance/)  This experience is truly unique. You'll be amazed by the history and the mining displays. The [Mining History Association](https://www.mininghistoryassociation.org/) has actually named Iowa Hill the best hydraulic mining exhibit in the world, so you know it is good! [Reservations and payment](https://checkout.xola.com/index.html#seller/5a2ecc76e0179837338b4600/experiences/5ab6ac97cf8b9ce5178b458d?openExternal=true) are required prior to the tour. Tickets are $25/adult (ages 13+) and $15/child (ages 4-12)​​.  This is an awesome hike for getting to know Breckenridge, and it is appropriate for hikers of all ages and skill levels. Make your reservation today!   ### POPULAR POSTS ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Family (106)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/family) - [Ski (70)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/ski) - [Activities (57)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/activities) - [Events (50)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/events) - [Ski Industry (42)](https://www.breckenridge.me/topic/ski-industry) ![footer-skiier.jpg](https://www.breckenridge.me/hs-fs/hubfs/footer-skiier.jpg?width=4278&name=footer-skiier.jpg "footer-skiier.jpg") CONNECT WITH US - [**](http://www.facebook.com/breckenridge.me) Contact Us [888-784-8643](callto:888-784-8643)   SIGN UP FOR UPDATES Copyright © 2022 Resortia LLC [Privacy Policy](https://www.breckenridge.me/privacy)