Entertainment

Buckskin Joe Frontier Town and Railway Explore this authentic ghost town, watch costumed actors play out daring gun battles, climb aboard the Royal Gorge Scenic Railway for a 30-minute tour of the gorge. 1193 Fremont County Rd. 3A, Cañon City, CO; +1 719 275 5149. Admission.

Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum/Hall of Fame Trace the development of mountain sports from a backwoods pastime to a worldwide phenomenon, learn about early ski pioneers like Cindy Nelson when you visit the Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame. 231 S. Frontage Rd., Vail, CO; +1 970 476 1876.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Climb aboard this vintage train for a 75-minute tour of the front range of the Colorado Rockies; stop and take a walking tour of the Lebanon Silver mine. 100 Loop Dr., Georgetown, CO; 888 456 6777. Admission.

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park Head deep inside Iron Mountain to explore its crystal-filled caverns and grottos, ride the alpine Canyon Flyer roller coaster, strap in to Swing Shot harness ride for thrilling aerial views at 1,300 feet above the Colorado River. 51000 Two Rivers Plaza Rd., Glenwood Springs, CO; 800 530 1635. Admission.

Heritage Square Ride a pony, take a trip on the Rio Golden Train, have a photo taken wearing historic costumes. Have dinner and see a show at the old-time Music Hall. 18301 W Colfax Ave., Golden, CO; +1 303 279 2789. Admission.

Silverton Visit historic mining town hidden deep inside the nearly abandoned San Juan County, explore the historical district, head over to the Old Hundred Gold Mine for a rail car ride down into the eerily empty shafts. Hwy. 550 & Greene Street, Silverton, CO; 800 752 4494.