Teller City

Larger Than Denver

State: Colorado County: Grand County Founded: 1879 Abandoned: 1902 Peak Population: 2,700

Teller City briefly rivaled Denver in size during the silver rush. Today only scattered cabin ruins remain in the pine forest.

Plan Your Visit

Best Time: Summer

Difficulty: Difficult - hiking

Time Needed: Half day

Quick Facts

  • Once larger than Denver
  • Forest has reclaimed it
  • High elevation

Location

Address: Near Muddy Pass, Colorado

Coordinates: 40.1167, -106.0167