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Top of the Rockies
| Length | 75 mi / 120.7 km |
|---|---|
| Time to Allow | 2.5 hours to drive or a couple of days to visit the byway |
| Fees | None |
With altitudes seldom dipping below 9,000 feet, this byway earns its name. Visit historic mining railroad towns en route to historic Leadville, the highest incorporated community in the U.S. Old mining camps attest to the state s rich mining heritage. The route crosses the Continental Divide twice and traces the Arkansas River.
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Local Information
Top of the RockiesLeadville/Lake County Chamber of Commerce
719-486-3900
800-933-3901
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Town of Minturn
970-827-5645