Chloride
State: New Mexico
County: Sierra County
Founded: 1879
Peak Population: 3,000
Chloride was named for chloride of silver ore. At peak, 3,000 people lived here with a bank, assay office, and typical mining town amenities. Now just a few residents remain in this authentic ghost town near the Black Range wilderness.
Quick Facts
- Named for the chloride of silver ore mined there
- Remote location kept it wild during boom years
- One of New Mexico's most authentic ghost towns
- Near the Black Range wilderness area
Location
Address: Sierra County, New Mexico
Coordinates: 33.3281, -107.7192