Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Red Cliff

Ghost town in Eagle County, Colorado · Eagle Valley district

Founded
1879
Peak Population
~800
Elevation
8,750 ft
Primary Industry
silver
County
Eagle
Coordinates
39.5072, -106.3656
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History

A silver mining town that served as the Eagle County seat from 1883 to 1921. Located at the bottom of a dramatic red cliff canyon. About 289 people still live here among well-preserved Victorian buildings.

Visiting Red Cliff

What remains: Semi-ghost. ~289 residents. Historic downtown. Eagle County seat until 1921.

Access: US 24 south of Minturn. Easy access.

Photos

Red Cliff ghost town
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Red Cliff ghost town
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The Eagle River Bridge on US 24 near Redcliff. The smaller bridge underneath is the main road into Redcliff.
The Eagle River Bridge on US 24 near Redcliff. The smaller bridge underneath is the main road into Redcliff. — John Holm from Leadville, CO, USA (CC BY 2.0)
Red Cliff Bridge, near Vail, Colorado, USA
Red Cliff Bridge, near Vail, Colorado, USA — Thad Roan from Littleton, CO, USA. (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Red Cliff Bridge south of Vail, Colorado.
Red Cliff Bridge south of Vail, Colorado. — Hustvedt (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Red Cliff?

Red Cliff is located in Eagle County, Colorado, in the Eagle Valley area at an elevation of 8,750 ft, coordinates 39.5072, -106.3656.

Can you visit Red Cliff today?

US 24 south of Minturn. Easy access.

What remains at Red Cliff?

Semi-ghost. ~289 residents. Historic downtown. Eagle County seat until 1921.

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