San Miguel County, Administrative county in southwestern Colorado, United States.
San Miguel County encompasses 1,289 square miles of land, ranging from high mountain peaks at 14,021 feet to lower valleys at 5,309 feet.
The county developed from mining settlements into a region that now includes Telluride as its seat, along with Mountain Village, Ophir, Sawpit, and Norwood.
Local communities organize agricultural fairs and outdoor events throughout the year, connecting residents through shared activities and traditional celebrations.
The county administration provides digital access to permits, property records, and commissioner meetings through its official website for resident convenience.
December marks the implementation of seasonal land closures specifically designed to safeguard big game wildlife during critical winter months.
Location: Colorado
Inception: 1883
Capital city: Telluride
Shares border with: Montrose County, Dolores County, San Juan County, Ouray County
Website: https://sanmiguelcountyco.gov
GPS coordinates: 38.01000,-108.43000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:38
Red Mountain Pass
64.2 km
Mount Sneffels
55.9 km
Bridal Veil Falls
58.8 km
Wilson Peak
42.5 km
Mount Wilson
42.9 km
McPhee Reservoir
49.7 km
Lizard Head
46.3 km
Dallas Divide
48.4 km
Lizard Head Pass
50.9 km
El Diente Peak
41.8 km
Lizard Head Wilderness
40.7 km
Lone Cone (Colorado)
20.4 km
Mount Sneffels Wilderness
49.9 km
Vermilion Peak
57.8 km
Telluride Historic District
55.2 km
Anasazi Heritage Center
60.3 km
Dallas Peak
53.2 km
Fort Peabody
61.8 km
Little Cone
31.1 km
Gladstone Peak
43.3 km
Gilpin Peak
55.9 km
Teakettle Mountain
58.6 km
Dolores River Bridge
51.7 km
William Kauffman House
49.9 km
Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum
60.3 km
Rico Town Hall
49.9 km
Telluride Historical Museum
54.9 km
Blue Lake Trail
53.6 kmReviews
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