Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Boreas

Ghost town in Park County, Colorado · South Park district

Founded
1882
Peak Population
~100
Elevation
11,482 ft
Primary Industry
railroad
County
Park
Coordinates
39.4150, -105.9670
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History

A railroad stop at the top of Boreas Pass on the Denver, South Park & Pacific Railroad. The section house at the summit was the highest post office in the United States. The railroad was abandoned in 1937.

Visiting Boreas

What remains: Foundations of the railroad section house, portions of the DSP&P Railroad grade, and historical markers at Boreas Pass.

Access: Boreas Pass Road from Breckenridge or Como. Passenger vehicle in summer; well-maintained gravel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Boreas?

Boreas is located in Park County, Colorado, in the South Park area at an elevation of 11,482 ft, coordinates 39.4150, -105.9670.

Can you visit Boreas today?

Boreas Pass Road from Breckenridge or Como. Passenger vehicle in summer; well-maintained gravel.

What remains at Boreas?

Foundations of the railroad section house, portions of the DSP&P Railroad grade, and historical markers at Boreas Pass.

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