8mm Colorado Mountain Vacation Film #CFI-23251005

Brief Description

Locations in this film include Clear Creek Canyon, Berthoud Pass, Idaho Springs, and an area closer to Denver.

Info

Digitized by Coloradotopia from 8mm film, no enhancements.

Image use restricted.

Image Dating Comments

The Berthoud Pass Lodge, shown here, opened in 1949. The films also appears to show some vehicles from the 1950s. Come back later to see a more accurate date.

Comments & Discussion

The tunnels that are shown in this film are still there today.

screenshot from 1950s 8mm film showing Clear Creek Canyon
Clear Creek Canyon
screenshot from 1950s 8mm film showing Berthoud Pass Lodge
Berthoud Pass Lodge
screenshot from 1950s 8mm film showing Bridal Veil Falls in Idaho Springs
Bridal Veil Falls
1950s film reel ID 23251002

There was no box or additional info provided with this film. The film and reel were both made by Kodak.

1950s colorado vacation film reel

Condition, Aging & Authenticity: Genuine period film. No condition notes.

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