The closest Colorado casinos near Denver are about a 40-mile drive. Black Hawk and Central City are two of the most popular Colorado casino towns, and they are neighboring cities that arelocated one mile apart. The Black Hawk Shuttle Service provides free transportation throughout Black Hawk and Central City.

Most casinos in Black Hawk are small and don't have hotels. Ameristar Black Hawk, Lady Luck Casino, the Lodge Casino at Black Hawk and the Isle of Capri, are the only Black Hawk casinoswith hotel rooms. The next closest lodging is about one mile away at the two casinos in Central City: Century City and the Reserve. Another alternative is the Coyote Motel, located on Highway119 about 1.5 miles from the Black Hawk casi­nos. The Coyote Motel features 23 rooms with private baths.

Colorado is home to over 30 land-based casinos that are spread throughout the mountain towns of Black Hawk, Central City, and Cripple Creek. Black Hawk and Central City are only a mile apart, making it easy to go back and forth between the two. Colorado Amendment 77 results: Measure giving casino towns more control of gambling approved Measure gives Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek more say over gaming rules.

Colorado is one of only two states that has limits on individual bets, Cadman and Brown point out. The other state with limits is South Dakota, where bets placed in the gambling town of Deadwood.

The Black Hawk and Central City casinos are located one mile apart. The Black Hawk Shuttle Service provides free transportation throughout Black Hawk and Central City.

Central City Casinos

The casinos in Central City are located one mile from Black Hawk. For more information on visiting Central City casinos or general tourism information, call (303) 582-5251 or visit theirwebsite at www.colorado.gov/centralcity

Gambling Laws in Black Hawk

The payback percentages on electronic gaming machines at all casinos in Colorado are released as a matter of public record. Just click here to see a list of slot machine payback statistics for all Colorado casinos.

The minimum gambling age is 21 for all Colorado casinos.

List of Casinos in Black Hawk

Shown below is a list of all Black Hawk casinos and Central City casinos. Click on a name to see a page of detailed information about that particular casino.

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There are a few bus tour programs operating between the metropolitan Denver area and Black Hawk/Central City casinos. These programs are priced around $15 and usually affiliated with a fewcasinos that will reimburse a portion of the transportation charge. Check the “Weekend” section of the Friday Denver Post and Rocky Mountain News for bus tour ads.

For information on visiting Black Hawk casinos, or general tourism information, call (303) 582-5221, or visit their website at www.cityofblackhawk.org.

OVER A DOZEN CASINOS AND ENDLESS GAMING FUN

Looking for the nearest casinos to Denver and Boulder? Whether you’re visiting for a day or planning a multi-day vacation, Black Hawk Casinos are some of the best destinations in Colorado. Immerse yourself in Black Hawk, Colorado by visiting historic casinos and newer ones alike. No matter where you land, you’ll be happy you did.
Learn more about each individual casino below and be sure to check out some of the featured casino games available in Black Hawk.

Casino Towns Colorado

Z Casino

Make Z Casino your first stop for fun. With plenty of parking in our convenient surface parking lot right on the corner of Gregory Street and SH 119 (via Selak St), Z Casino features hundreds of your favorite slots (many hot, new slots arriving daily), live-action black jack, craps and cards along with two bars, two restaurants and the friendliest team in town. When you are in Black Hawk—Win at the Z!

AMERISTAR CASINO

With over 1,500 slot machines, table games and poker, Ameristar brings outstanding gaming to the Denver metropolitan area. Its hotel, spa and dining options have transformed Ameristar into your ultimate weekend getaway and gaming destination.

Gilpin Casino

Come Experience All The Gilpin has to Offer! Fabulous food, the newest machines, friendly staff and 24-hour gaming excitement – The Gilpin’s Got It! Winning comes easy with our non-stop casino action and the most rewarding Winners Club in Colorado.

Golden Gates Casino

Visit Golden Gates Casino to win big on any one of the 180+ slot machines, live table games or in our custom built Poker Room, home of the Colorado Poker Championship. Enjoy the coldest beer on the hill at the Gold Bar or try the famous Double Up Burger in Full House Café.

Golden Gulch Casino

Golden Gulch Casino offers the most unique gaming experience in Black Hawk with 100% all-coin in slot machines! Enjoy the classic gambling experience with big payouts.

Isle Casino Hotel Black Hawk

Experience the best action in Colorado at The Isle Casino Hotel® Black Hawk. The good times are waiting just an hour from Denver. Try your luck at any of our 1,000+ slot machines, 30 hot tables or try your bluffs at the 2nd-floor live-action poker room. Enjoy tasty dining options of your choosing including The Roxy Restaurant and Grill, Farmer’s Pick Buffet, or Dash Cafe. And when you’re ready to call it a day, just make a night of it by staying in our fantastic 402-room hotel.

Lady Luck Casino

The inviting Lady Luck® Casino Black Hawk offers a homegrown destination for nonstop gaming action high in the Rockies. Just focus on the fun you are going to have; from the latest and greatest slots machines to action-packed table games to live-action poker. Odds are, we’ve got just the game for you! And you can take your excitement to a whole other level by signing up for our Fan Club®. Membership makes you eligible for great promotions, amazing rewards and outstanding mail offers based on your play – that’s enough to make anyone a fan.

Small Gambling Towns In Colorado

Lodge Casino

The Lodge Casino is Colorado’s 1st Choice for Fun! Play the newest slots at The Lodge or join in the action at our table games. Win more cash and prizes in our monthly promotions and events, enjoy our delicious dining options and the comfort and convenience of our hotel. Experience all that The Lodge Casino has to offer!

Mardi Gras Casino

Mardi Gras Casino offers more than 650 of the most popular slot and video poker machines. Choose from a wide selection of machines ranging from penny machines to $25 machines in our High Limit area. Plus, visit the Table Games pit on the Second Floor for all the live action. Try the best food and beverages in Black Hawk by visiting Bourbon Street Café, the Masquerade Bar or Creekside Deli.

Monarch Casino

Monarch Casino is your first stop in Black Hawk for exciting gaming action and features hot, new Exclusive Premiere slots, exciting tables games, a sensational nightly whole Maine lobster, crab and USDA prime rib buffet and Black Hawk’s friendliest team. With over 600 slots, video poker, and table games to choose from, remember to make it Monarch. “You Bet It’s Fun!”

Saratoga Casino

Experience mountains of winning at Saratoga Casino Black Hawk. It’s non-stop fun and excitement with the hottest slots, table game favorites like Roulette, Blackjack and Craps, plus delicious dining at The Main Street Café. We’re also home to Colorado’s first Sportsbook. So don’t miss a minute of the action – we bet you’ll love it here!

Sasquatch Casino

Sasquatch Casino features a comfortable, relaxed environment under the watching gaze of “Harry” the casino’s 7’4″ Sasquatch. The casino’s 6,000+ sq feet features two floors of gaming with over 145 slot machines, video poker, two restaurants and a bar featuring our very own Sasquatch Wheat Ale.

Wild Card Casino

A down home local’s casino, family owned and operated, the Wild Card Saloon and Casino on Main Street in Black Hawk is nestled next door to Bull Durham Casino across from the Mill City Chophouse.