I made two trips into the old mining town of Tin Cup, one over Cumberland Pass and the other over Tin Cup Pass. I am combining both trips into one post, so be ready for a load of photos! (Note: Most signs have “Tin Cup” as two words while other references spell it as one word. I will use the two word version.)
Pam and I had mad a trip to Tin Cup decades ago, in our early years of living in Colorado. I was interested to see what had happened to the town since then.
The first trip was over Cumberland Pass, a previously county maintained road that has fallen into official disuse but is still quite actively used by off-road travelers. It is not a difficult trail and offers scenic views of the Rockies. And, common with these old roads, there is old mining activity along the way.
Here are some photos of this outing.
Tin Cup is now a happening place with many rebuilt cabins, a store, and a restaurant.
I returned to my starting point, the town of Pitkin, and then back to the lot for the night.
A few days later I resolved to make another trip to Tin Cup, this time by going to the town of St. Elmo and over Tin Cup Pass. Again, this is a scenic trip with mining activity in the area.
For me, trips like these are the reasons I enjoy Colorado so much. Mining history, ATV trails, long scenic views, and ghost towns that are now making a comeback; I enjoy it all. I put 138 miles on the ATV during my two weeks this time, a record for me.
While I was away from Elma there were things happening, and I will cover those in my next post.
That’s it for now. Thanks for looking in!
Pam’s Penny
Pam says this post is long enough already and she does not have any additional comments.
Today’s Humor:
Pam will need a month vacation now!!
Ah, Deb, I consider having the house to myself (and the pets) very much a vacation — from cooking, mainly. The animals and I lean into our collective schedule when Himself is away.
Considering how hot and humid July was [while Himself was in Colorado] and thinking how antsy he gets when confined inside under those conditions, far better to enjoy cool temps and ATV rides in Colorado — and let the pets and I “occupy” the house.
You are right!! It is like a vacation! I like the no cooking part.