Capitol City, Colorado

Remains of the City

Capitol City is a ghost town on the Alpine Loop National Scenic Back Country Byway.

Capitol City was founded in 1877 and once had a population of 400. Its founders wanted it to become the capital of Colorado. The post office, some outbuildings, and brick kilns remain.

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    Coordinates: 38°00′26″N 107°28′00″W / 38.00722°N 107.46667°W / 38.00722; -107.46667


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