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About Georgetown, CO

Georgetown is a Victorian mining town at 8,530 feet elevation, about 50 miles west of Denver via I-70. The dramatic mountain setting and preserved 19th-century buildings make it a popular stop for travelers heading to ski areas or exploring the Rockies. The town sits in a narrow valley surrounded by 13,000-foot peaks, creating stunning alpine scenery year-round. The Georgetown Loop Railroad operates vintage steam trains featuring a famous spiral bridge.

Where is Georgetown, CO on the map?

Georgetown, CO is in United States, at 39.718, -105.694 - about 4 km north-east of Silver Plume, CO.

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The closest airport to Georgetown, CO is Denver International Airport, 110 km (about 1 h 25 min by car).

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