Placerville Colorado Information

Following Colorado 145 west from Telluride down the San Miguel River valley, you will come upon the quaint town of Placerville. Tucked in the east side of this valley it is an ideal stop of on a beautiful drive through the San Miguel River Valley.

Traditionally most early activities in Placerville centered on cattle and sheep ranching. It is now a fun historical stop where one can get the feel for an old west railroad town. Standing at 7,321 feet, Placerville is a small town with its population just under 750 residents. Placerville's people are proud of their modest town. Stop in and wander the streets of the old west and observe how time passes in the old industrial towns of Southwest Colorado.