Ragan Simpich’s One-of-a-kind Portrait of Colorado’s Railroad History
Step into over a century of Colorado’s rich rail and mining history through the incredible model railroad layout of Ragan Simpich — the Fair to Midland Railroad. From a young age, Ragan (affectionately known as “Reg”) was captivated by the stories embedded in the Rocky Mountains — some written across sweeping landscapes easy for anyone to see, others tucked away in remote mountain passes, and still more hidden in plain sight. That lifelong fascination became the foundation for something truly extraordinary.
The Mountain America Forgot
High in the Sawatch Mountains sits one of Colorado’s most mysterious and forgotten landmarks. Mount of the Holy Cross once drew thousands of pilgrims a year, inspired by William Henry Jackson’s legendary photograph and Thomas Moran’s paintings. In 1929 it was even declared a National Monument—yet today, almost no one visits.
Colorado’s Lost Ghost Town
This video features a remote Colorado hike to a largely untouched ghost town and abandoned power plant hidden deep in the backcountry. It’s one of the most intense day hikes in Colorado, leading to a forgotten place where early 1900s technology still rusts in the wilderness. Once called “Eden,” this lost town was abandoned after a mysterious once-in-a-century flood and has remained frozen in time. If you're into exploring abandoned places, Colorado ghost towns, or off-the-beaten-path hikes, you'll love this real-life urban exploration (urbex) adventure. From extreme hiking and stunning ruins to forgotten history and nature reclaiming manmade structures, this cinematic exploration blends beauty, decay, and mystery. Perfect for fans of abandoned industrial sites, lost towns in the USA, hidden hikes in Colorado, and backcountry adventure videos.