Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Rambler

Ghost town in Carbon County, Wyoming · Sierra Madre district

Founded
1899
Peak Population
~300
Elevation
8,500 ft
Primary Industry
copper
County
Carbon
Coordinates
41.1597, -107.0070
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History

A copper mining camp centered on the Rambler Mine, one of the richest copper deposits in the Sierra Madre. The mine operated a 16-mile aerial tramway to transport ore down to the smelter at Encampment. When copper prices crashed and the mining company went bankrupt, the town emptied rapidly.

Visiting Rambler

What remains: Mine ruins, building foundations, scattered equipment, and mine adits. Significant visible remains at the Rambler Mine site.

Access: High-clearance/4WD required. Forest roads from Encampment area. Summer only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rambler?

Rambler is located in Carbon County, Wyoming, in the Sierra Madre area at an elevation of 8,500 ft, coordinates 41.1597, -107.0070.

Can you visit Rambler today?

High-clearance/4WD required. Forest roads from Encampment area. Summer only.

What remains at Rambler?

Mine ruins, building foundations, scattered equipment, and mine adits. Significant visible remains at the Rambler Mine site.

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