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Leadville Area Ghost Towns

Leadville's historic mining district, consisting of over 20 square miles of mining history, is considered by many to be one of the largest ghost town areas in the state.

Immediately east of Leadville's downtown district, it consists of hundreds of mining remnants' -- head frames, hoist houses, and cabins -- which were settled in various areas with interesting names like Stumptown and Chicken Hill. Many other ghost town areas are accessible only by four-wheel drive. When exploring ghost town areas, be sure to take only pictures and leave with only memories. Most areas are private property and rock hounding and souvenir hunting are strictly prohibited. If posted, please only view from afar. Travel & recreate responsibly, and always tread lightly.

Ghost Towns near Leadville

• Vicksburg - restored with museum
• Winfield - beautiful setting, easy access
• St. Elmo - walk the streets of history
• Hancock - mining community & railroad town
• Mary Murphy Mine - most intriguing site
• Colorado Ghost Towns & Mining Camps - take an online tour of 15 Colorado ghost towns

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Last modified: 04/14/08