Holy Cross City
Ghost town in Eagle County, Colorado · Eagle Valley district
Founded
1880
Peak Population
~300
Elevation
11,500 ft
Primary Industry
gold
County
Eagle
Coordinates
39.4150, -106.4781
History
A gold mining camp at 11,500 ft near the Mount of the Holy Cross. Despite the extreme altitude and harsh conditions, miners persisted here through the 1880s. Accessible today only via a strenuous hike through the Holy Cross Wilderness.
Visiting Holy Cross City
What remains: Ruins accessible via strenuous hike. In Holy Cross Wilderness area.
Access: Hiking trail from Tigiwon Road trailhead. ~3 mile hike, high altitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Holy Cross City?
Holy Cross City is located in Eagle County, Colorado, in the Eagle Valley area at an elevation of 11,500 ft, coordinates 39.4150, -106.4781.
Can you visit Holy Cross City today?
Hiking trail from Tigiwon Road trailhead. ~3 mile hike, high altitude.
What remains at Holy Cross City?
Ruins accessible via strenuous hike. In Holy Cross Wilderness area.