Sooo, up until 4 yrs ago. I hadn’t been there since 1977. No homemade candy the last time I went…….. bummer booooo. One of many great memories. We always stayed at the south mineral campground. In 77 the trees in the campground were 6-8 inches across. Those same trees are now 36-48 inches across. We used to catch trout in the creek and cook them in the fire at night. Firecrackers in the fire. It’s like a wood knot ( they provided the fire wood) exploding. So many fantastic memories. If you get a chance to go, you won’t regret it.
Thanks for a great video. We're off to this area from England in June 2023. Silverton is on our route, but I may now amend it so that we spend a night here as well. Many thanks!
Hi Jonny, both towns are a short 45 minutes apart. If you stay in either one, you can have a nice day of traveling between them. Thanks for the comments. Be looking for a more in-depth video on the Silverton area coming soon!
My wife, son and i have been to that bar about 17years ago and it was a great place then as well the people were great. A great experience thanks for taking us back
Hello Hairy Hippie, me and Michelle spent our Honeymoon 40 years ago on the train to Silverton. We are with you, what great memories. Thanks for the comment!
Had some good times arount Silverton and some great meals at Handlebars and the Brown Bear Cafe. Stoney Pass and Cinnamon Pass are highly recommended. Enjoyed the memories!
Lived in Silverton, had a store there too, sometimes it's better to keep a secret. It used to be so personal, not anymore...just another tourist trap. Love the San Juans! Just be careful for all the traffic on the trails! Make America Jeep Again!
Yep change and transition is a tough one, believe me, at age 64 I have experienced the hard truth., yet that is reality. During our 2022 visit we never felt over impacted on remote trails. Me and Michelle first arrived in Silverton on the train. It was our honeymoon, now 40 years gone. Silverton in 2022 was as fresh as it was 40 years ago. Please don't perceive my message as judgmental. Silverton is self-protecting, it's a bugger to get to!
My cousin used to own a gift shop on the corner of Main where the Train Station is also in Ouray and Durango. It had a picture of Wild Horses which my brother did 💕
My dad and mom loved the San Juan mountains and we as a family spent many weekend trips to Silverton and the surrounding area, i have pitchers of of my bother and myself on the dirt streets of town back in the late 50's and early 60's. we lived in Salida Colorado so it was just a short day trip over there for a weekend or a week of fishing and camping. as i grew older i always made time to go there. and just hang out.
Hello, thanks for sharing your family's memories. I would have loved to see the town back then. Silverton is undoubtedly a memory maker. We also want to thank you for subscribing and your comment. I am currently producing our next video, so stay tuned.
I've been to Silverton several times, both by train (which everyone should do) and by car to rent an 4 seat ATV and travel the vast mining trails north of town. Especially the Alpine Loop! Handlebars is one of the BEST places to eat in Silverton! ...Claude
Hi Claude, there are so many wonders to experience in and around Silverton. We visit every year, doing a different activity each visit. We spent our honeymoon in Durango, during our visit we rode the train to Silverton, it was a wonderful experience, and yes everyone visiting the area should do the same. We love Silverton, thanks for the comment.
You found my favorite place. Normally we take our Jeep in our RV horse trailer. Our daughter wants us to take the horses and ride out of Howardsville. I enjoy the train ride and the Jeeping is the best I have found, I can bust my Jeep closer to home but I can’t get that scenery near home. The people of Silverton are welcoming and want to make our stay nicer. Some towns just want my money and want me gone ASAP. Silverton and the locals ask if there is anything I need, a guy offered to help me fix my Jeep one day. Most shop keepers want to talk and tell me the best places to see, in my case, snow, wildflowers and a fast moving stream. That is how we found American Basin.
Hi, that's a nice story about your experiences in Silverton. We found the same to be true concerning the locals. Thanks for the comment, Silverton is a special place!
The family visited Silverton in the early '70s. At that time, the main street was all dirt and had wooden sidewalks. The Federal Judge of that district was a good friend of the VP of the school where I worked. My buddies and I were on a motorcycle trip and stopped there to visit him. Was amazed when I first meet him. He looked like a mountain man sitting behind his huge oak desk. Also, the dirt street had been replaced by asphalt. We left Silverton, the road over to Oray, and rode the Million Dollar highway to a fantastic village. Just like the one's wife and I saw when we were in Switzerland.
Hi Joy, thanks for sharing your fantastic story. I was able to envision all you described. We are happy that our video brought back keen moments. Thank you for the time you took to comment. Please, if you have not subscribed we would be grateful. Mark and Michelle.
We went on the train from Durango in October and the town was closed. There were only 3 restaurants open to handle over 200 people so many of us didn't get lunch that day, and it was a good 10 hour ride both ways.
Since the average elevation of Colorado is 6,800 ft., would the term "mountain town" be redundant? A great place to visit in the summer. The rest of the year is sketchy.
As a teenager in 7th grade I wash dishes for the restaurant at the Grand imperial hotel. I grew up in silverton. My family moved there in 1976. They were 110 kids kindergarten through 12th grade. Some years there were no kids old enough to be seniors and we had no graduating class. My third grade teacher also taught 6th grade 3 years later. I wonder if s rock is still up on the mountain.
I thought the town voted that they weren’t allowed in town anymore? We were going to ride from lake city to silverton and we’re advised we’d have to pay to park at a hotel along the outside of town because OHV’s were not allowed
Sooo, up until 4 yrs ago. I hadn’t been there since 1977. No homemade candy the last time I went…….. bummer booooo. One of many great memories. We always stayed at the south mineral campground. In 77 the trees in the campground were 6-8 inches across. Those same trees are now 36-48 inches across. We used to catch trout in the creek and cook them in the fire at night. Firecrackers in the fire. It’s like a wood knot ( they provided the fire wood) exploding. So many fantastic memories. If you get a chance to go, you won’t regret it.
I've spent a few Summers in this Old Town exploring the area. The train ride from Durango to Silverton or vice versa is really cool.
Great video,take me there sometime!
Thanks for a great video. We're off to this area from England in June 2023. Silverton is on our route, but I may now amend it so that we spend a night here as well. Many thanks!
Hi Jonny, both towns are a short 45 minutes apart. If you stay in either one, you can have a nice day of traveling between them. Thanks for the comments. Be looking for a more in-depth video on the Silverton area coming soon!
My wife, son and i have been to that bar about 17years ago and it was a great place then as well the people were great. A great experience thanks for taking us back
Hello Hairy Hippie, me and Michelle spent our Honeymoon 40 years ago on the train to Silverton. We are with you, what great memories. Thanks for the comment!
Had some good times arount Silverton and some great meals at Handlebars and the Brown Bear Cafe. Stoney Pass and Cinnamon Pass are highly recommended. Enjoyed the memories!
Thanks for the comment, we love Silverton, and the surrounding area. Be looking for additional videos, happy we brought back some nice memories.
Isn't that just a wonderful town! Been there many times, and especially Handlebars! Great chow. Thanks for a cool video!
Yes, Silverton is special, thanks for the comment, maybe we will see you in Handebars!
Lived in Silverton, had a store there too, sometimes it's better to keep a secret.
It used to be so personal, not anymore...just another tourist trap.
Love the San Juans! Just be careful for all the traffic on the trails!
Make America Jeep Again!
Yep change and transition is a tough one, believe me, at age 64 I have experienced the hard truth., yet that is reality. During our 2022 visit we never felt over impacted on remote trails. Me and Michelle first arrived in Silverton on the train. It was our honeymoon, now 40 years gone. Silverton in 2022 was as fresh as it was 40 years ago. Please don't perceive my message as judgmental. Silverton is self-protecting, it's a bugger to get to!
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Beautiful video! Thank you very much
Wow thanks, your comment made our day.
My cousin used to own a gift shop on the corner of Main where the Train Station is also in Ouray and Durango. It had a picture of Wild Horses which my brother did 💕
Thats cool, we are hoping to live in the surrounding area! Thanks for the comment.
@@navitravee1091 it's beautiful there my youngest son lives in Pagosa Springs Colorado on a ranch 💕
My dad and mom loved the San Juan mountains and we as a family spent many weekend trips to Silverton and the surrounding area, i have pitchers of of my bother and myself on the dirt streets of town back in the late 50's and early 60's. we lived in Salida Colorado so it was just a short day trip over there for a weekend or a week of fishing and camping. as i grew older i always made time to go there. and just hang out.
Hello, thanks for sharing your family's memories. I would have loved to see the town back then. Silverton is undoubtedly a memory maker. We also want to thank you for subscribing and your comment. I am currently producing our next video, so stay tuned.
I've been to Silverton several times, both by train (which everyone should do) and by car to rent an 4 seat ATV and travel the vast mining trails north of town. Especially the Alpine Loop! Handlebars is one of the BEST places to eat in Silverton! ...Claude
Hi Claude, there are so many wonders to experience in and around Silverton. We visit every year, doing a different activity each visit. We spent our honeymoon in Durango, during our visit we rode the train to Silverton, it was a wonderful experience, and yes everyone visiting the area should do the same. We love Silverton, thanks for the comment.
Great video
Thank you very much, please follow us, we have additional videos on the Silverton area in the editing room. Thanks for watching!
I'm in Durango right now
You found my favorite place. Normally we take our Jeep in our RV horse trailer. Our daughter wants us to take the horses and ride out of Howardsville. I enjoy the train ride and the Jeeping is the best I have found, I can bust my Jeep closer to home but I can’t get that scenery near home. The people of Silverton are welcoming and want to make our stay nicer. Some towns just want my money and want me gone ASAP. Silverton and the locals ask if there is anything I need, a guy offered to help me fix my Jeep one day. Most shop keepers want to talk and tell me the best places to see, in my case, snow, wildflowers and a fast moving stream. That is how we found American Basin.
Hi, that's a nice story about your experiences in Silverton. We found the same to be true concerning the locals. Thanks for the comment, Silverton is a special place!
I live there
My my, has the town expanded in the 20 years since I was there!
Yes as with all beautiful towns, we still love the small-town charm.
The family visited Silverton in the early '70s. At that time, the main street was all dirt and had wooden sidewalks. The Federal Judge of that district was a good friend of the VP of the school where I worked. My buddies and I were on a motorcycle trip and stopped there to visit him. Was amazed when I first meet him. He looked like a mountain man sitting behind his huge oak desk. Also, the dirt street had been replaced by asphalt. We left Silverton, the road over to Oray, and rode the Million Dollar highway to a fantastic village. Just like the one's wife and I saw when we were in Switzerland.
Hi Joy, thanks for sharing your fantastic story. I was able to envision all you described. We are happy that our video brought back keen moments. Thank you for the time you took to comment. Please, if you have not subscribed we would be grateful. Mark and Michelle.
We went on the train from Durango in October and the town was closed. There were only 3 restaurants open to handle over 200 people so many of us didn't get lunch that day, and it was a good 10 hour ride both ways.
Ouch, sorry to hear about your discomfort's!
Ya should have asked who was the lady in the blue dress, in the painting in the loby of the hotel.
Oh please tell me, as with all of Silverton, it must be a good story. Thanks for watching!
Enjoy Fort Collins!
So should we explore Fort Collins?
@@navitravee1091 Yes it is a very nice little city with lots to do!
@@zbee5705 Thanks for watching, and commenting, we love Silverton!
Since the average elevation of Colorado is 6,800 ft., would the term "mountain town" be redundant? A great place to visit in the summer. The rest of the year is sketchy.
Spring, summer, and fall, and if you ski there is a Ski Resort.
Yea glad to leave hot AZ
As a teenager in 7th grade I wash dishes for the restaurant at the Grand imperial hotel. I grew up in silverton. My family moved there in 1976. They were 110 kids kindergarten through 12th grade. Some years there were no kids old enough to be seniors and we had no graduating class. My third grade teacher also taught 6th grade 3 years later. I wonder if s rock is still up on the mountain.
Wow, thank you for sharing great memories, they are a story all on their own. We love Silverton!
My family moved out in 1972 when the mines shut down.
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I skipped Silverton and went to Telluride instead.
Telluride is fun; if you have a chance in the future, Silverton is worth it.
I went to Silverton in 1998, and the place was a true DUMP!
Not anymore; we love Silverton!
It's still a dump.
@@fritz4345 Lmaooo
It was a great town until they allowed OHV's in the area. Now it is a co stant barage of noise and dust.
Yes, we prefer a Jeep for exploring.
It's great either way.
I thought the town voted that they weren’t allowed in town anymore? We were going to ride from lake city to silverton and we’re advised we’d have to pay to park at a hotel along the outside of town because OHV’s were not allowed