This small Colorado town lets you feel like you've stepped back to a time when miners searched for silver and spent their earnings in Main Street's saloons.

it actually refers to an old, abandoned city. America's western states are full of these towns; many were founded during the mining boom in the late 1800s to serve as home bases for miners.

While Telluride's autumn allure is undeniable, Colorado boasts numerous other small towns that ... an authentic Old West experience with a fall twist. This former silver mining camp is known ...

To get a taste for the city's rich history as a Colorado Gold Rush mining town, stop at the Western Museum ... Manitou Springs, Old Stage Road Jeep Tour ...