Independence Ghost Town was built in 1879 and was abandoned in 1912. Numerous ruins and a handful of intact buildings.
Information as of 8-1-24
Hours:
- Docent on site: summer
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 10AM-4PM
- All other times, unmanned
- Closed October through May
Prices:
- Adults: $5 (suggested donation)
- Children and active military: Free
- Parking: free
Website: Aspen History Website
Address: It has no address, but Google approximates it as: 39182 CO-82 Aspen, Colorado 81611
Phone: Aspen Historical Society: 970-925-3721
General reviews summary:
- Positive:
- Historic
- Good signs
- Negative:
- Nails and broken glass
- Not very exciting
- General perception: Great. Good signage at this historic site.
Verdict: Independence Ghost Town is worth a visit if you like historic sites.