Arrastra Basin located just outside Silverton, is one of the more rugged and hard-to-reach alpine areas around. Towering cliffs of crumbling rock, steep talus for miles, as well as the first successful mines in the Silverton area can be found here. From the numerous tiny prospects, to historical feats of engineering and construction, one can only imagine the tenacity and perseverance of the those who worked in these hills. Today, most Arrastra Basin sites lie in a state of ruin. Exploring this area is inherently dangerous, but with a cautious and curious attitude, there is a multitude of hands-on Colorado history to be discovered.
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In this week's issue...
- January 25, 2024
- Bagging it
State plastic bag ban is in full effect, but enforcement varies
- January 26, 2024
- Paper chase
The Sneer is back – and no we’re not talking about Billy Idol’s comeback tour.
- January 11, 2024
- High and dry
New state climate report projects continued warming, declining streamflows