Gothic
Research Ghost Town
State: Colorado
County: Gunnison County
Founded: 1879
Abandoned: 1914
Peak Population: 1,000
Gothic was a silver mining town that died when the mines closed. In 1928, the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory took over the townsite. Scientists now study the 40+ historic buildings serve as housing and labs.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Research station since 1928
- 40+ historic buildings
- Scientists live here
Location
Address: Gothic, CO (RMBL)
Coordinates: 38.95, -106.9833