Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Douglass City

Ghost town in Lake County, Colorado · Leadville district

Founded
1882
Peak Population
~500
Elevation
10,900 ft
Primary Industry
railroad
County
Lake
Coordinates
39.2100, -106.4500
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History

Built to house Italian construction workers building the Hagerman Tunnel and Colorado Midland Railway tracks. A rowdy one-street camp with a dance hall and eight saloons (mostly in tents). Existed primarily during tunnel construction.

Visiting Douglass City

What remains: Scattered remains along the Hagerman Tunnel Trail hiking path.

Access: From Leadville, take Highway 24 south then dirt road to trailhead, then 1.75-mile hike.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Douglass City?

Douglass City is located in Lake County, Colorado, in the Leadville area at an elevation of 10,900 ft, coordinates 39.2100, -106.4500.

Can you visit Douglass City today?

From Leadville, take Highway 24 south then dirt road to trailhead, then 1.75-mile hike.

What remains at Douglass City?

Scattered remains along the Hagerman Tunnel Trail hiking path.

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