Moffat Tunnel West Portal is a historic railroad passageway and water tunnel located in Winter Park, Colorado. Spanning 6.2 miles at over 9,200 ft. above sea level, it was completed in 1928 and remains an engineering marvel today, serving as a vital transportation route for passengers, coal, freight, and water from the Pacific watershed to Colorado's Front Range.
The tunnel, named after visionary David Moffat, played a crucial role in opening up the Winter Park area to homesteaders, visitors, and commerce. Its construction provided a safer and more efficient alternative to the treacherous Rollins Pass, attracting settlers and driving the region's growth in logging, agriculture, and livestock. Today, the Moffat Tunnel continues to be a popular destination for skiers, tourists, and rail enthusiasts, offering a unique opportunity to explore the majestic Rocky Mountains.
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