Victor, Colorado

Welcome to Victor, Colorado – the "City of Gold Mines."

Victor is a well-preserved mining town just 45 minutes west of Colorado Springs.

It sits at nearly 10,000 feet in elevation with great nearby hiking trails, shops and activities. While Victor is tiny in terms of population with less than 400 permanent residents, Victor is grand in terms of rich offerings to visitors.

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Food & Drink

Refuel after a day spent out on the trails at these nearby eateries. You can find most of them along Victor’s infamous Main Street, so stroll along until somewhere feels right.

Dirty Sally’s Pizzeria

Authentic NY Pizza

Have fun at this recreation of the 1980s family pizzeria and arcade experience.

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Gold Camp Bakery

Fresh baked goodness

Savor a wide array of German and American baked goods baked at 10,000 feet.

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1899 Mining Claim and Saloon

Classic brewpub

Grab some onion rings, a cheeseburger, green chili and a refreshing brew in this cozy atmosphere.

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The Side Door Restaurant and Lounge

Classic American fare

Located on the ground floor of the Victor Hotel, Side Door serves up classic burgers and drinks.

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See & Do

Victor is one of the best-preserved gold mining boom towns left in the country. While the economic challenges have left historic downtown buildings little changed over the years, that is also why Victor is such an authentic place to be cherished!

Peruse the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum

A glimpse into history

This museum is an original 1899 building that depicts the rich history of Victor.

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Visit Rita the Rock Planter

Victor’s gentle giant

Rita, a spectacular work of sculptor Thomas Dambo, sits above the city of Victor.

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Hike around Vindicator Valley Trail

The Trail of Gold

One of the “Trails of Gold,” this trail leads hikers two miles around historic mining camps.

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Enjoy the spirit of the Wild West at Victor Gold Rush Days

Family-friendly event

Check out live mining demonstrations, colorful parades, toe-tapping music and mouthwatering food in a fun Wild West atmosphere.

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Local Resources

Want to get more involved in the Victor community? Get plugged in with these local organizations and community resources.

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