News Article

August 12, 2025

The Gilpin County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) approved Ordinance 25-01 on August 12, 2025, prohibiting the depositing of snow and ice in county-maintained roadways. The ordinance is effective immediately.

Why this matters:

Depositing snow or ice in roadways can create hazardous conditions for drivers and complicate snow removal and road maintenance. This ordinance is intended to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.

Key provisions:

Begins closure of unsuitable areas in southern Clear Creek, northern Larimer and Grand counties  

Idaho Springs, Colo. (08/13/25)— Today the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests’ Clear Creek Ranger District opened the Devils Nose Target Range, located southwest of Idaho Springs, approximately 1.5 miles northeast of Echo Lake. This shooting range is an important part of the effort to manage recreational sport shooting in a safe and sustainable manner.  

Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin Counties – The Gateway to the Rockies Opioid Council (GROC), the regional opioid response collaborative for Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin Counties, is now accepting applications for its Advisory Committee. Individuals with lived experience or subject matter expertise in substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, or harm reduction are encouraged to apply.

Gilpin County is beginning a major improvement project at the Community Center starting Monday, August 4. The work will address sidewalk repairs, ADA accessibility, drainage improvements, and parking lot upgrades. To minimize disruptions, the project will be completed in four phases, with updates shared throughout the process.

Phase 1 Details:

The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Community Funding Program. This initiative provides financial support to local nonprofit and governmental organizations that play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of Gilpin County residents.

Application Period:

Applications accepted through August 20, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Eligibility Requirements:

Organizations must:

Travel Advisory

Overnight Clear Creek Canyon (US 6) closures in July 
Closures are needed because of tunnel inspections

Clear Creek Canyon - The Colorado Department of Transportation will inspect tunnels along Clear Creek Canyon (US 6), which will require overnight closures for five nights in July.

Closure schedule:

July 1, 2025

(GOLDEN, Colo.) — The Gateway to the Rockies Opioid Council (GROC)  has announced the launch of eight new innovative initiatives, as well as two renewed initiatives, aimed at addressing the pressing needs of individuals struggling with substance use disorders in the region. The council represents Clear Creek, Gilpin, and Jefferson counties. These initiatives are made possible through dedicated funding aimed at prevention, treatment, recovery and harm reduction efforts.

Gilpin County, CO – June 2025

This year marks the 125th anniversary of the Gilpin County Historic Courthouse, a cornerstone of our community and one of the most iconic buildings in the county. In celebration of this milestone and to preserve the building's historical integrity, restoration work is underway on several key architectural features.

The U.S. Forest Service Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland released the following press release: