Midwest
Ghost town in Gunnison County, Colorado · Western Slope district
Founded
1901
Peak Population
~300
Elevation
7,800 ft
Primary Industry
coal
County
Gunnison
Coordinates
38.3500, -107.0167
History
A coal mining camp along the North Fork of the Gunnison River in the Western Slope coal region.
Visiting Midwest
What remains: Scattered ruins along the North Fork of the Gunnison.
Access: Near Paonia area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Midwest?
Midwest is located in Gunnison County, Colorado, in the Western Slope area at an elevation of 7,800 ft, coordinates 38.3500, -107.0167.
Can you visit Midwest today?
Near Paonia area.
What remains at Midwest?
Scattered ruins along the North Fork of the Gunnison.