Yuma County

Yuma County is a county in northeastern Colorado spanning the High Plains with grasslands and agricultural fields throughout. The territory includes several small communities and rural settlements focused on farming activities.

The county was established in 1889 as part of Colorado's expansion into the eastern plains. Settlement grew along railroad routes and developed around agricultural opportunities in the semi-arid landscape.

Local festivals in Yuma County feature agricultural demonstrations, livestock shows, and regional food specialties that highlight the farming traditions.

Visitors will find county offices in Wray providing services like property records and vehicle registration. The flat landscape makes navigation straightforward, though distances between towns are considerable.

The county relies on an extensive network of irrigation systems that transform semi-arid land into productive farmland. These systems allow farmers to grow corn and wheat despite the region's low rainfall.

Location: Colorado

Inception: 1889

Capital city: Wray

Shares border with: Phillips County, Kit Carson County, Washington County, Logan County, Chase County, Dundy County, Cheyenne County

Website: http://yumacounty.net

GPS coordinates: 40.00000,-102.42000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30