Cardiff
Ghost town in Garfield County, Colorado · Western Slope district
Founded
1893
Peak Population
~200
Elevation
6,800 ft
Primary Industry
coal
County
Garfield
Coordinates
39.5250, -107.3000
History
A coal mining town established to serve coke ovens processing coal into coke for smelters. Named after Cardiff, Wales, reflecting the Welsh heritage of many coal miners in the area.
Visiting Cardiff
What remains: Structural remains, coke oven ruins, foundations, and mine portals.
Access: Off Highway 82 between Glenwood Springs and Carbondale. Passenger vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cardiff?
Cardiff is located in Garfield County, Colorado, in the Western Slope area at an elevation of 6,800 ft, coordinates 39.5250, -107.3000.
Can you visit Cardiff today?
Off Highway 82 between Glenwood Springs and Carbondale. Passenger vehicle.
What remains at Cardiff?
Structural remains, coke oven ruins, foundations, and mine portals.