Visit, volunteer, donate, and help preserve this beloved piece of Colorado history. The Cripple Creek Donkeys have been taken care of by the Two Mile High Club since 1931. Funny name for the Club, right?? Well back in the day, we were called Miles High Club. It's because Cripple Creek sits at an elevation that is right at two miles above sea level. The Cripple Creek Donkeys free roam the city prop
er from Memorial Day through mid-October. In the fall and winter, we put them into their winter pasture where they get food, shelter & protection from the elements. This winter pasture is graciously donated by the City of Cripple Creek. You are welcome to visit them at the pasture, which is located at 510 CR 89, Cripple Creek CO. PLEASE ONLY FEED DONKEYS APPROVED DONKEY BISCUITS. Under the direction of the herds veterinarian, please DO NOT feed the donkeys apples, carrots, bananas or anything other than approved biscuits. While these may sound like healthy options, they are high in sugar and just like the rest of us as we age, we need to keep our sugar intake in check. Donkeys will eat anything, but we encourage you NEVER to give them any processed food and or packaged junk food. They cannot digest many foods like humans do and even though they may like junk food, it can make them very sick. The Two Mile High Club is 100% donation and grant funded. We provide care, food and shelter with support from members, visitors, and sponsors. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) club. ALL donations go directly to their care. The club is run by all local volunteers. You can donate and learn more at cripplecreekdonkeys.com. Our website provides you with the history of the donkeys, our annual events, and pictures of our current herd and their names. If you are interested in volunteering with our nonprofit, please e-mail us at [email protected]. Thank you for visiting the Cripple Creek Donkeys!!
