Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Vicksburg

Ghost town in Lake County, Colorado · Leadville district

Founded
1881
Peak Population
~700
Elevation
9,700 ft
Primary Industry
silver
County
Lake
Coordinates
38.9986, -106.3761
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History

Founded in 1881 during the Leadville silver boom. Had 600-700 residents with a post office, assay office, several stores, and connections to mines up Clear Creek. Today a small museum operates on summer weekends with period furnishings and artifacts.

Visiting Vicksburg

What remains: Small museum open weekends in summer. Several cabins remain.

Access: From Leadville, south on US 24 then west on County Road 390. Passenger car in summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vicksburg?

Vicksburg is located in Lake County, Colorado, in the Leadville area at an elevation of 9,700 ft, coordinates 38.9986, -106.3761.

Can you visit Vicksburg today?

From Leadville, south on US 24 then west on County Road 390. Passenger car in summer.

What remains at Vicksburg?

Small museum open weekends in summer. Several cabins remain.

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