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Ward | Off the Beaten Path

Near Ward - Photo by Denise Chambers/Weaver Multimedia GroupSituated on Colorado’s oldest and one of its most scenic byways, Ward is the ideal Front Range escape. The village is just one highlight along the 55-mile Peak to Peak Byway, just an hour from Denver. Other attractions along the popular circuit include Rocky Mountain National Park, Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, ghost towns, the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area, and Eldora Ski Resort.

The historic town of Ward, like many villages in Colorado, was founded on silver. It was once the richest town in the state. When the railroad reached town and the byway grew as a popular tourist route, Ward became a small center of commerce. Ravaged twice by fires, many of the town’s structures were damaged or destroyed. However numerous historic buildings still remain and will make for wonderful setting to your Colorado Wedding!

posted @ Monday, January 28, 2008 6:26 PM by admin

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One of the resorts and wedding destinations that I love the most is right outside Ward - called GOLD LAKE RESORT - their website is www.goldlake.com.

It is only 25 miles from Boulder, but feels like it's thousands of miles away from it all! The resort is on 100 acres with a 35 acre lake. There is a full service spa and award-winning restaurant. The 19 cabins are rustic and wonderful!

- Kay Beaton
Beaton Photography (Dillon, Colorado)

posted @ Wednesday, February 27, 2008 8:14 AM by Beaton Photography

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