Spar City

Ghost town in Mineral/Hinsdale County, Colorado · Creede district

Founded

1893

Peak Population

~300

Elevation

10,500 ft

Primary Industry

silver

County

Mineral/Hinsdale

Coordinates

37.7917, -106.8250

History

One of the last silver boomtowns, founded at the worst possible time -- just as the 1893 silver crash hit. Died almost as quickly as it was born.

What remains: Ruins in remote location.

Access: Remote forest roads from Creede area. High clearance needed.

Where is Spar City?

Spar City is located in Mineral/Hinsdale County, Colorado, in the Creede area at an elevation of 10,500 ft, coordinates 37.7917, -106.8250.

Can you visit Spar City today?

Remote forest roads from Creede area. High clearance needed.

What remains at Spar City?

Ruins in remote location.