Miners Delight
Ghost town in Fremont County, Wyoming · South Pass district
Founded
1868
Peak Population
~500
Elevation
8,000 ft
Primary Industry
gold
County
Fremont
Coordinates
42.4550, -108.7550
History
Originally called Hamilton City, renamed Miners Delight for the productive mine of the same name. Part of the South Pass gold district. Had a store, two saloons, and a small stamp mill. The remote location and harsh winters drove residents away by the 1880s.
Visiting Miners Delight
What remains: Scattered cabins and mine ruins. Remote and atmospheric.
Access: Rough dirt road from Atlantic City. High clearance recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Miners Delight?
Miners Delight is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, in the South Pass area at an elevation of 8,000 ft, coordinates 42.4550, -108.7550.
Can you visit Miners Delight today?
Rough dirt road from Atlantic City. High clearance recommended.
What remains at Miners Delight?
Scattered cabins and mine ruins. Remote and atmospheric.
Nearby Ghost Towns
- Miner's Delight / Hamilton City0 miles · Fremont County, Wyoming
- Lewiston2 miles · Fremont County, Wyoming
- South Pass City2 miles · Fremont County, Wyoming
- Lewiston3 miles · Fremont County, Wyoming
- Atlantic City3 miles · Fremont County, Wyoming
- Hamilton City4 miles · Fremont County, Wyoming