Mining requires transportation to move large amounts of heavy machinery and ore. Railroads were the most efficient method of transportation in the gold rush era. From 1870 to 1910, 5,000 miles of railroads were built through some of the most demanding terrain, and made the settlement of Colorado possible. Meet at the Amphitheater
Location
Mueller State Park 21045 Hwy 67 South Woodland Park, CO 80863
A park pass is required to access the park. $10 day passes can be purchased at the visitor center or self service station located at the sign on your right when you first enter the park.