Old Hundred Mine - Silverton, Colorado
Images of the old Hundred Mine in Silverton, Colorado
Traveling in Colorado has many places not only for the traveler to enjoy but areas that are also educational. Here at the Old Hundred Mine we learned just how hard and dangerous hard rock mineral mining can be.
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CJ is an avid traveler who enjoys sharing her travel experiences, tips, and fun with her readers. Living in Central Oregon on a small ranch with her husband, 3 horses, 6 dogs, daughter and grand-daughter, s... View profile
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14 Comments
Post a CommentThis is so cool!
Great photos of a scary place! You have more nerve than I would have.
I'm claustrophobic and wouldn't enjoy a mine tour. I appreciate the fact that you did though and shared the pictures.
Great photos!
Great pics. What a horrible job working in a mine must be.
I donn't think I would venture into a mine!
That's really interesting, and great photos too!
Fascinating, CJ. Thanks for sharing, cheers!
Know someone who worked in a mine. Scary!
Hope you enjoyed visiting our beautiful state of Colorado!