There's a particular quiet you only find where a town used to be. Gillett has it. George Nield Gillett Jr. (born October 22, 1938) is an American businessman. Originally from Wisconsin, he lives in Vail, Colorado.
Teller County holds 7 documented ghost towns, including Altman, Anaconda, Elkton (Teller County) — Gillett keeps them company on the map.
The story of Gillett
Colorado's high-country ghost towns sit at altitudes that would give a flatlander nosebleeds — silver camps killed by an 1893 vote in Washington.
George Nield Gillett Jr. (born October 22, 1938) is an American businessman. Originally from Wisconsin, he lives in Vail, Colorado.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Gillett is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.
Getting there
Here's the honest truth: access to Gillett is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.
Good to know
Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.
Survey Map
Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting
Gillett FAQs
01Where is Gillett located?
02What county is Gillett in?
03What is the history of Gillett?
04What remains at Gillett today?
05Can you visit Gillett?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“George N. Gillett Jr.”), CC BY-SA.
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