Ghost Towns of the Rockies

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.

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