Ghost Towns of the Rockies

St. Vrain

Ghost town in Weld County, Colorado · Eastern Plains district

Founded
1837
Peak Population
~200
Elevation
4,800 ft
Primary Industry
other
County
Weld
Coordinates
40.2770, -104.8527
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History

Fort Saint Vrain was built in 1837 by Ceran de Hault de Lassus de Saint-Vrain. Gold discovery along the South Platte in 1858 sparked prosperity. Served as the original seat of Weld County under both the Territory of Jefferson (1859) and Territory of Colorado (1861). The county seat moved to Latham in 1868 and the post office relocated to Platteville in 1875.

Visiting St. Vrain

What remains: No remains. In 1951 a farmer plowed up the townsite. Historical marker area near Platteville.

Access: Near Platteville on US-85. The site is on private agricultural land.

Photos

The sign at the entrance of St. Vrain State Park.
The sign at the entrance of St. Vrain State Park. — Jeffrey Beall (CC BY 4.0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is St. Vrain?

St. Vrain is located in Weld County, Colorado, in the Eastern Plains area at an elevation of 4,800 ft, coordinates 40.2770, -104.8527.

Can you visit St. Vrain today?

Near Platteville on US-85. The site is on private agricultural land.

What remains at St. Vrain?

No remains. In 1951 a farmer plowed up the townsite. Historical marker area near Platteville.

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