Many locals consider Idaho Springs the perfect stop off when I-70 traffic backs up. and many will recognize the Charlie Taylor Waterwheel, which you can see right from the highway on the east-bound side. A walk around town shows the many buildings that have been preserved — though most now have different uses than what they were originally. There are plenty of quality restaurants in Idaho Springs, including the popular Tommyknocker Brewery and Beau Jo's Colorado Style Pizza. All are affordable, as is area lodging and unique shopping.In town is the Argo Gold Mine and Mill, where you can see what a working mill looked like and try your had at gold panning. And not far from town is the Phoenix Gold Mine, a working mine, where you can learn about modern and historical mining techniques and do a little gold panning yourself.
After a long day of playing tourist, enjoy the hot mineral waters of the springs for which the town is named. You can stay at the Indian Springs Resort lodge or just visit the geothermal springs and caves for a fitting end to your day. Stop into the Heritage Museum and Visitor Center to get more ideas for exploring the area and peek at the free exhibits on the towns colorful mining roots.
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