About Us
The Georgetown Loop Railroad is one of Colorado’s most iconic historic attractions, offering visitors an authentic journey into the state’s rich mining and railroad past. Originally constructed in the 1880s to serve the booming silver mines of Clear Creek Canyon, the railroad stands as a remarkable feat of engineering and an enduring symbol of Colorado’s frontier spirit.
Our Mission and Impact
Today, the Georgetown Loop Railroad is proudly owned by History Colorado as an official historic site. Through this stewardship, the railroad is preserved not only as a scenic attraction, but as a living museum–where history is experienced firsthand through historic locomotives, original routes, and immersive storytelling.
As a link between Georgetown and Silver Plume, the Loop plays a vital role in preserving and interpreting Colorado’s mining and railroad heritage, connecting visitors to the people, industries, and innovations that shaped the Centennial State.
