Exploring Cripple Creek, Colorado: Gold Rush History, Wild Donkeys & Old West Charm 🐴⛏️

Описание: Last week we brought you along to beautiful Manitou Springs. This week, we’re diving into one of Colorado’s most fascinating historic towns — Cripple Creek! Located 45 miles west of Colorado Springs, this once-booming gold mining town is packed with rich stories, stunning views, and quirky characters — both past and present.

🛣️ We take the scenic drive along Highway 67, arriving at 9,000+ feet elevation where Cripple Creek proudly claims its title as the “World’s Greatest Gold Camp.” From the Cripple Creek Heritage Center to the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine tour, we explore the town’s explosive gold rush history and its colorful cast of characters — gamblers, miners, outlaws, and millionaires.

💡 Did you know Cripple Creek produced more gold than California and Alaska combined? Or that it was once home to 25 millionaires and over 300 prostitutes?

🏚️ We also tour:

The historic Jail Museum (with original graffiti!)

The incredible Hospitality House Hotel (a restored hospital turned hotel)

The Old Homestead House Brothel Museum

Cripple Creek District Museum & Miners’ Cabins

And yes… we finally find the wild donkeys, descendants of those used in the mines!

🎰 We talk to locals about the controversial new casino and the balance between preserving Cripple Creek’s charm and growing its economy.

🚐 We also share the ups and downs of RV life on the road, including a last-minute camping change, roadside assistance struggles, and an unexpected repair that put our membership to the test.

🍽️ Before heading out, we grab lunch at a local favorite and explore the town cemetery (because of course we did).

👉 Whether you're planning a trip to Cripple Creek or just love old western towns, history, and quirky adventures — this video is packed with stories you won't want to miss.

🗺️ Join us next week as we head to the neighboring town of Victor, Colorado — another gold rush gem!

0:00 Introduction
0:28 Hwy 67 toward Cripple Creek
1:05 Heritage Center
3:32 Driving toward Gold Camp Road
5:32 Hospitality House
7:00 Wild Donkeys
7:32 Fire House #3 and The Jail Museum
11:14 Downtown Cripple Creek
14:08 Cripple Creek District Museum
18:13 Old Homestead House Museum and Grand Opera House
20:39 Mt. Piscah Cemetery