Cripple Creek, Colorado
Cripple Creek and Victor, CO Real Estate,
The Historic Side of Cripple Creek
Cripple Creek was once the scene of a wannabe gold miner who doused the mountain side in an effort to make it look like it was rich with gold. The joke was on him since when miners began digging, they found real gold. During the height of the gold rush, Cripple Creek population reached more than 10,000 residents creating more Cripple Creek homes and historic buildings that still stand today. Since it was the primary location of one of the greatest gold rushes in history, Cripple Creek and Victor properties were given historic landmark status. Today, those who own real estate in Cripple Creek thrive on the tourism industry as well as the mining industry. The gold mine continues to run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. With the historic prevalence, the town has made most of the once abandoned buildings into casinos, since gambling was legalized in the town in 1991. These casinos now offer employment to the residents as well as a yearly $104 million contribution to the state in taxes.
Parks and Recreation in Cripple Creek
Cripple Creek Attractions
At one point in time, Cripple Creek was in the middle of a transition. The gold rush was winding down and there was not much for people to do and see. Rather than resigning to be a one time boom-town that went bust, the residents of the town got together and found a way to grow their town. The people of the once prosperous town created a new line of attractions and turned the old historic buildings that were once abandoned into beautiful historic new casinos. Cripple Creek today combines historic feel and elegance with the appeal of modern technology and new adventures. Now, Cripple Creek is home to multiple casinos and The Butte Theater still hosts various shows and concerts throughout the year.
Events Held in Cripple Creek
Skip and Debbie Howes are happy to help anyone interested in the homes for sale in the Cripple Creek and Victor area. With the Cripple Creek real estate making its way back to the top, this is the perfect time to buy. Real estate in Cripple Creek is the perfect place to retire, have a vacation home or just start out. The fun of a tourist town with the feel of small town living.
