Overview
Victor, Colorado - the City of Gold Mines - is located at an elevation of nearly 10,000 feet on the southwest side of Pikes Peak, in the Cripple Creek Victor Mining District.
We are central to the Gold Belt National Scenic Byway and designated as a National Historic District. This well-preserved gold mining town is 5 miles from Cripple Creek and 45 minutes from Colorado Springs and Pikes Peak.
We are a unique setting of 1890's mine structures and turn-of-the-century brick buildings, unique shops and restaurants, as well as hiking trails, museums, and gold mining experiences. We have clean, cool mountain air and plenty of year-round sunshine. What we do not have - stoplights, chain stores, traffic, or anything resembling the rat race!
Victor is a treasure of historic sites, drives and activities for all ages. Year-round you can explore the 1890's gold rush legacy from railroads to mining to milling and ranching.
Some venues are seasonal but there are plenty of scenery and historic treasures to enjoy winter, spring, summer and fall. Gold panning and special guided tours are some of the summer-time family activities.
Visit the Trails of Gold hiking and biking trails, find Rita the Rock Planter troll, check out the local history museums, and drive the Gold Belt Byway.
