Georgetown

Georgetown is a mining town in Clear Creek County, Colorado, situated at about 8,500 feet (2,600 meters) elevation in the Front Range mountains. The surrounding landscape features former silver mines and evergreen forests that define the mountain setting.

The town began in 1859 when George Griffith discovered gold and established the Griffith Mining District in 1860. Silver discoveries that followed transformed it into a major mining hub for the region.

The narrow streets here still follow the original mining-era layout, with Victorian buildings that reflect how miners and their families organized their community life.

The town is accessible via Interstate 70 and sits about 75 minutes from Denver. Walking is the best way to explore the compact downtown area where most buildings and attractions are close together.

A courthouse built in 1867 still stands at the heart of town, marking when the place became the administrative center for Clear Creek County. The building is a well-preserved example from the peak mining era.

Location: Clear Creek County

Inception: 1859

Elevation above the sea: 2,600 m

Part of: Front Range

Website: http://town.georgetown.co.us

GPS coordinates: 39.71250,-105.69600

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:46