Mosquito
Ghost town in Park County, Colorado · South Park district
Founded
1861
Peak Population
~200
Elevation
13,000 ft
Primary Industry
gold
County
Park
Coordinates
39.2808, -106.1833
History
One of the highest mining camps ever established in Colorado, near the summit of 13,186 ft Mosquito Pass. Miners worked in brutal conditions at extreme altitude. The pass road was once a major route between South Park and Leadville.
Visiting Mosquito
What remains: Minimal ruins at extreme altitude. Near Mosquito Pass summit.
Access: 4WD over Mosquito Pass (one of the highest vehicle passes in CO). Extremely rough.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mosquito?
Mosquito is located in Park County, Colorado, in the South Park area at an elevation of 13,000 ft, coordinates 39.2808, -106.1833.
Can you visit Mosquito today?
4WD over Mosquito Pass (one of the highest vehicle passes in CO). Extremely rough.
What remains at Mosquito?
Minimal ruins at extreme altitude. Near Mosquito Pass summit.
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