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| Leadville, Colorado ~ Elevation 10,200 ft |
Welcome to Leadville, Colorado. At an elevation of 10,200 feet above sea level, it is the highest incorporated city in the United States. Incorporated in 1878, Leadville became the focal point of the Colorado Silver Boom in the late 19th century. The area around Leadville also produced significant gold, lead, zinc and copper.
The mines around Leadville eventually closed, and today the area is becoming a center for outdoor mountain recreation. Situated high in the Rocky Mountains, the town is a popular stopover for mountain bikers and hikers traversing the nearby Continental Divide Trail.
Leadville is the county seat of Colorado's Lake County. In fact, it is the only municipality in Lake County!
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