Black Hawk

Black Hawk is a town in the Rocky Mountains at about 2,600 meters elevation, where casinos, restaurants, and shops line the mountain streets. The center mixes older buildings with modern entertainment venues that sit close together.

The town began in 1859 during the Colorado Gold Rush when miners came to dig for gold. After 1990, when Colorado legalized gaming, the place transformed into a casino center.

The streets show buildings from the gold rush era, and walking through them reveals traces of the mining past on every corner. Today these old structures tell the story of the people who once worked underground.

The town sits on State Highway 119, which connects to Denver, and regular shuttle services run to nearby areas. Parking is easy to find, so you can explore on foot once you arrive.

Gaming revenue here funds restoration projects throughout Colorado through a special fund. So visitors who come to gamble indirectly support the preservation of historic sites across the state.

Location: Gilpin County

Inception: 1859

Elevation above the sea: 2,602 m

Website: http://cityofblackhawk.org

GPS coordinates: 39.80310,-105.49200

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:28