We got up early on Sunday morning to break camp and head somewhere where we had internet, electricity, showers and laundry facilities. That place was Leadville, CO. This high mountain village is the center of a once thriving mining area. Within short drives in all directions around the town, you can find old gold, silver and copper mines. This area is also known for the number of 14,000 ft. mountains that people can hike or bike up. NOT US! At one time in the early 1800's this town had over 120 saloons. We had dinner at a restaurant that only had two items on its menu -- filet mignon or a vegetarian lasagna and on Friday and Saturday they added prime rib. It was actually pretty good steak, for less than $12!
We got up early again on Monday so that we could be assured of getting a site at the Gore Creek National Forest Campground in East Vail. Our drive from Leadville was really pretty although we had a lot of switchbacks and a mountain pass to get through. Our site is right on Gore Creek and is really lovely. After we were settled in, we rode our bikes almost 7 miles down hill to Vail Village where we shopped and people watched. The really bad part of this day was the ride back UP those 7 miles. Especially the last 2 miles which were really steep! I had to walk my bike most of that 2 miles. I was POOPED!
We then went over to West Vail where our friends had rented a condo and 2 other couples from Sedalia were staying with them. Our plans for the week will keep us really busy but should be fun!
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