Iowa Amphitheater

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Lurking between the shadows of 14,036' Mount Sherman, 13,951' Gemini Peak, and 13,855' Dyer Mountain, Iowa Amphitheater is one of the most scenic and breathtaking trails you've never heard of. Located southeast of Leadville, along the Route Of The Silver Kings, this trail takes travelers back in tim...Read More
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Highlights of Iowa Amphitheater

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Mine Category IconMine
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
12599 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
2B
Nearest Town
Leadville
Nearest Services
Leadville
Management Agency
District

Overview

Lurking between the shadows of 14,036' Mount Sherman, 13,951' Gemini Peak, and 13,855' Dyer Mountain, Iowa Amphitheater is one of the most scenic and breathtaking trails you've never heard of. Located southeast of Leadville, along the Route Of The Silver Kings, this trail takes travelers back in time across old mining claims, past desolate structures and finally ends in a once prosperous basin filled with antique equipment that once produced over 10 million ounces of silver. This trail is a perfect escape for the adventure seeker that enjoys mining history and high-altitude views.

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6 Waypoints
20 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
6 Community Reviews
1 Video
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