St. Elmo
Best Preserved
State: Colorado
County: Chaffee County
Founded: 1880
Abandoned: 1920s
Peak Population: 2,000
St. Elmo is often called Colorado's best-preserved ghost town. Many buildings remain along the main street. Friendly chipmunks are a tourist attraction.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Moderate - dirt road
Time Needed: 2 hours
Quick Facts
- Best-preserved in Colorado
- Wild chipmunks everywhere
- Many original buildings
Location
Address: St. Elmo, Colorado
Coordinates: 38.7006, -106.3439