Middleton

Ghost town in San Juan County, Colorado · San Juan Mountains district

Founded

1874

Peak Population

~200

Elevation

9,700 ft

Primary Industry

silver

County

San Juan

Coordinates

37.8522, -107.5753

History

Small mining camp between Howardsville and Eureka along the Animas River.

What remains: Scattered ruins between Howardsville and Eureka.

Access: County Road 2 from Silverton. Part of Animas River route.

Where is Middleton?

Middleton is located in San Juan County, Colorado, in the San Juan Mountains area at an elevation of 9,700 ft, coordinates 37.8522, -107.5753.

Can you visit Middleton today?

County Road 2 from Silverton. Part of Animas River route.

What remains at Middleton?

Scattered ruins between Howardsville and Eureka.