Elmo
Ghost town in Hot Springs County, Wyoming · Bighorn Basin district
Founded
1908
Peak Population
~500
Elevation
4,500 ft
Primary Industry
coal
County
Hot Springs
Coordinates
44.0333, -108.3000
History
A coal mining camp near Thermopolis in the Bighorn Basin. Named for Elmo, a common miners' given name. Served the Burlington Railroad with coal. Declined when diesel replaced coal locomotives.
Visiting Elmo
What remains: Minimal ruins. Some foundations visible.
Access: County roads near Thermopolis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Elmo?
Elmo is located in Hot Springs County, Wyoming, in the Bighorn Basin area at an elevation of 4,500 ft, coordinates 44.0333, -108.3000.
Can you visit Elmo today?
County roads near Thermopolis.
What remains at Elmo?
Minimal ruins. Some foundations visible.