Whitehorn
Ghost town in Fremont County, Colorado · Upper Arkansas district
Founded
1892
Peak Population
~500
Elevation
9,000 ft
Primary Industry
gold
County
Fremont
Coordinates
38.6700, -105.9800
History
A gold mining camp that boomed in the early 1890s. Had a post office, several stores, and a school. Experienced multiple boom-and-bust cycles into the early 1900s.
Visiting Whitehorn
What remains: Several standing structures, foundations, mine ruins, and a cemetery.
Access: Via county/forest roads from Salida or Nathrop area. High-clearance recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Whitehorn?
Whitehorn is located in Fremont County, Colorado, in the Upper Arkansas area at an elevation of 9,000 ft, coordinates 38.6700, -105.9800.
Can you visit Whitehorn today?
Via county/forest roads from Salida or Nathrop area. High-clearance recommended.
What remains at Whitehorn?
Several standing structures, foundations, mine ruins, and a cemetery.