Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Sunrise

Ghost town in Platte County, Wyoming · Hartville district

Founded
1899
Peak Population
~1,000
Elevation
4,800 ft
Primary Industry
other
County
Platte
Coordinates
42.3303, -104.7055
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History

A Colorado Fuel & Iron Company town built to mine iron ore for the Pueblo, Colorado steel mills. The ore was shipped by rail to CF&I's massive Pueblo steelworks. Mining continued until 1980. The company town was demolished after closure.

Visiting Sunrise

What remains: Demolished. Open-pit iron mine visible.

Access: Near Hartville on county roads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sunrise?

Sunrise is located in Platte County, Wyoming, in the Hartville area at an elevation of 4,800 ft, coordinates 42.3303, -104.7055.

Can you visit Sunrise today?

Near Hartville on county roads.

What remains at Sunrise?

Demolished. Open-pit iron mine visible.

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