Chloride
Black Range Silver
State: New Mexico
County: Sierra County
Founded: 1879
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 3,000
Chloride was a silver mining town in the Black Range. Harry Pye discovered silver chloride ore here, giving the town its name. About 12 people remain. The Pioneer Store Museum preserves artifacts.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Moderate (dirt road)
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Named for silver chloride
- ~12 residents
- Pioneer Store Museum
Location
Address: Chloride, NM
Coordinates: 33.3333, -107.6667