Fraser, Mountain town in Grand County, Colorado, US
Fraser sits at an elevation of 2,613 meters in the Colorado Rockies, bordered by Winter Park to the south and Tabernash to the north.
The town, established in 1871 and named after pioneer settler Reuben Frazer, received its first post office in 1876 and gained official incorporation in 1953.
The Fraser River flows through the eastern section of the town, providing water resources and recreation opportunities for the local population of 1,400 residents.
Amtrak operates regular train services connecting Fraser to Denver, including seasonal routes that transport winter sports enthusiasts to nearby Winter Park Resort.
The town records some of the lowest temperatures in the contiguous United States, with frost occurring throughout all seasons and an annual mean temperature of 3.3°C.
Location: Grand County
Inception: 1871
Elevation above the sea: 2,613 m
Website: http://www.frasercolorado.com
Website: http://frasercolorado.com
GPS coordinates: 39.94420,-105.81300
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:55
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