Fremont County Map, Colorado
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Fremont County, Colorado
Fremont County sits in south-central Colorado. The area is known for its mountains and canyons. Canon City is the county seat, famous for its Royal Gorge Bridge.
The Arkansas River cuts through, popular for whitewater rafting. There’s a cluster of state and federal prisons here. Florence, another town, bills itself as the “Antique Capital of Colorado”.
The area has a Wild West history. The population is around 50,000, with slow growth. Despite the prisons, tourism is a big part of the economy now.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Fremont County |
| County Seat | Canon City |
| Population | 50,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Canon City, Florence, Coal Creek, Penrose, Howard |
| Interstates and Highways | US 50, State Highway 115, State Highway 67 |
| FIPS Code | 08-043 |
| Total Area | 1,547 sq mi (land), 1 sq mi (water) |
| Adjacent Counties | Teller County (North), El Paso County (Northeast), Pueblo County (Southeast), Custer County (South), Saguache County (Southwest), Chaffee County (Northwest), Park County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Colorado |
| Coordinates | 38.45° N, 105.21° W |
| Etymology | Named after John C. Fremont, an explorer and politician |
| Major Landmarks | Royal Gorge Bridge, Canon City’s Historic District, Florence Mountain View Cemetery |
| Website | Fremont County Website |
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