Hinsdale County Map, Colorado
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Hinsdale County, Colorado
Hinsdale County is tucked away in southwest Colorado. It’s not only the least populous county in Colorado, but it’s one of the most remote counties in the Lower 48.
It’s surrounded by the San Juan Mountains, with peaks topping 14,000 feet. Lake City is the only real town, with just a few hundred year-round residents. The county is mostly public land, great for hiking and four-wheeling.
Lake San Cristobal is the second-largest natural lake in Colorado and it’s here. Off-roaders love the Alpine Loop scenic byway. It’s the kind of place where you can really get away from it all, surrounded by mountain scenery.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Hinsdale County |
| County Seat | Lake City |
| Population | Approximately 800 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Lake City, Slumgullion Pass, Creede (partially) |
| Interstates and Highways | US 149 |
| FIPS Code | 08-053 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,118 square miles (Land: 1,116 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Gunnison County (North), Saguache County (Northeast), Mineral County (East), Archuleta County (Southeast), La Plata County (Southwest), San Juan County (West), Ouray County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Standard Time (MST) |
| State | Colorado |
| Coordinates | 37.9957° N, 107.2627° W |
| Etymology | Named after George Aaron Hinsdale, a Lieutenant Governor of the Territory of Colorado |
| Major Landmarks | San Juan Mountains, Lake City Historic District, Handies Peak |
| Website | Hinsdale County |
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