Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Whitecross

Ghost town in Hinsdale County, Colorado · San Juan Mountains district

Founded
1880
Peak Population
~200
Elevation
11,400 ft
Primary Industry
silver
County
Hinsdale
Coordinates
37.9300, -107.4900
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History

Named for a cross of quartz visible on a nearby mountain. Part of the Burrows Park mining area near Cinnamon Pass. Ores included copper pyrites, argentiferous galena, and ruby silver. Almost all traces have disappeared at this extreme altitude.

Visiting Whitecross

What remains: Minimal remains. A mill and one cabin may still stand.

Access: Alpine Loop, about 20 miles SW of Lake City. 4WD required. Seasonal only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Whitecross?

Whitecross is located in Hinsdale County, Colorado, in the San Juan Mountains area at an elevation of 11,400 ft, coordinates 37.9300, -107.4900.

Can you visit Whitecross today?

Alpine Loop, about 20 miles SW of Lake City. 4WD required. Seasonal only.

What remains at Whitecross?

Minimal remains. A mill and one cabin may still stand.

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