When it comes to Colorado, there is no shortage of tiny towns and incredible scenery to go around… but when it comes to a tiny town completely surrounded by breathtaking scenery? You can only find that in the small mountain town of Silverton:
Located amidst the enchanting San Juan Mountains, Silverton is a tiny town of nearly 650 of the luckiest people in Colorado.
Wikimedia Commons Getting to enjoy this view everyday? #blessed
Established as a mining town in 1874, Silverton is known as much for its charming downtown area as it is for…
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…historic attractions like the unforgettable Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad…
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…and a number of epic outdoor recreational opportunities!
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While we love nearly every aspect of this small San Juan town, our favorite part of all has to be Silverton’s jaw-dropping surroundings.
Flickr/Jasperdo Let’s take a better look, shall we?
Wikimedia Commons The Ice Lake Basin of the Weminuche Wilderness near Silverton.
Flickr/Al_HikesAZ “Silverton Colorado from road to Molas Pass.”
Flickr/Al_HikesAZ “Approaching Silverton Colorado - Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.”
Flickr/Jerry and Pat Donaho “Durango & Silverton Railroad: Animas River Canyon - Colorado.”
For even more beautiful Colorado towns, check out these 10 Small Towns In Colorado That Offer Nothing But Peace And Quiet!
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Getting to enjoy this view everyday? #blessed
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Let’s take a better look, shall we?
The Ice Lake Basin of the Weminuche Wilderness near Silverton.
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“Silverton Colorado from road to Molas Pass.”
“Approaching Silverton Colorado - Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.”
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“Durango & Silverton Railroad: Animas River Canyon - Colorado.”
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