Walsenburg, County seat in Huerfano County, Colorado.
Located at an elevation of 1881 meters, Walsenburg spans across the north side of the Cucharas River at the edge of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
The settlement, established in 1859 as La Plaza de los Leones after Don Miguel Antonio de Leon, received its current name from early settler Fred Walsen.
The 1913-1914 Colorado Coalfield War marked Walsenburg's involvement in labor movements, including significant confrontations between miners and company forces.
Interstate 25 connects Walsenburg to neighboring cities, while Lathrop State Park offers facilities for fishing, water skiing, boating, and camping activities.
The city features Robert Ford's former residence at 320 West 7th Street, where the notorious gunman operated a saloon and gambling establishment.
Location: Huerfano County
Inception: 1873
Elevation above the sea: 1,881 m
Website: http://cityofwalsenburg.com
GPS coordinates: 37.62667,-104.78389
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:01
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