Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Bowman

Ghost town in Costilla County, Colorado · Sangre de Cristos district

Founded
1890
Peak Population
~200
Elevation
9,500 ft
Primary Industry
gold
County
Costilla
Coordinates
37.4333, -105.6667

History

A small gold mining camp in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near the New Mexico border.

Visiting Bowman

What remains: Scattered ruins in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

Access: Remote roads from San Luis. High clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bowman?

Bowman is located in Costilla County, Colorado, in the Sangre de Cristos area at an elevation of 9,500 ft, coordinates 37.4333, -105.6667.

Can you visit Bowman today?

Remote roads from San Luis. High clearance.

What remains at Bowman?

Scattered ruins in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

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