Colorado is famous for its purple mountain majesties, so it should be no surprise that with all of these tall peaks comes one of the highest landmarks in the country! Can you guess what it is? If you said a post office, you are both an incredible guesser and correct, as Colorado is home to what is considered the country’s highest landmark:
Welcome to the tiny town of Alma, which is billed as the highest incorporated community in America at a (literally) breathtaking 10,578 feet!
Town of Alma, CO Facebook
Like many Centennial State towns, Alma was founded during Colorado’s mining boom and housed an incredible 17,452 (mostly placer) mining sites.
Flickr/John Holm
While its mining history is impressive enough, Alma’s actual claim to fame may be its record-breaking landmarks, beginning with the post office, the highest landmark in the country.
Google/Stephen M. Woodburn
Since Alma is the country’s highest incorporated city, wouldn’t it make sense that it has even more record-breaking attractions? Indeed it does, as Alma recently opened a small gym, which is being hailed as the highest in America!
Alma’s Gym
While these landmarks and attractions are reason enough to visit, Alma has much more to see and love, including multiple historic sites, outdoor recreational opportunities, and scenic drives.
Flickr/Kent Kanouse
Be sure also to check out Alma’s charming shops and restaurants and say hi to some friendly and welcoming residents.
Flickr/Thomas Elliott
Please note: Alma sits at such a high elevation that the weather can be extreme. Please check the conditions before you go and use caution when driving.
Flickr/Jeremy Taylor
To learn more about all there is to see and do around historic Alma, please visit the Town of Alma’s website.
Town of Alma, CO Facebook
Do you have a favorite place that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? Tell us about it here! For even more to see and do in Alma, check out Soak In The Natural Beauty Of The Mountains At These 15 Best Cabins In Colorado.
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Address: Alma, CO, USA
Welcome to the tiny town of Alma, which is billed as the highest incorporated community in America at a (literally) breathtaking 10,578 feet!
Town of Alma, CO Facebook
Like many Centennial State towns, Alma was founded during Colorado’s mining boom and housed an incredible 17,452 (mostly placer) mining sites.
Flickr/John Holm
While its mining history is impressive enough, Alma’s actual claim to fame may be its record-breaking landmarks, beginning with the post office, the highest landmark in the country.
Google/Stephen M. Woodburn
Since Alma is the country’s highest incorporated city, wouldn’t it make sense that it has even more record-breaking attractions? Indeed it does, as Alma recently opened a small gym, which is being hailed as the highest in America!
Alma’s Gym
While these landmarks and attractions are reason enough to visit, Alma has much more to see and love, including multiple historic sites, outdoor recreational opportunities, and scenic drives.
Flickr/Kent Kanouse
Be sure also to check out Alma’s charming shops and restaurants and say hi to some friendly and welcoming residents.
Flickr/Thomas Elliott
Please note: Alma sits at such a high elevation that the weather can be extreme. Please check the conditions before you go and use caution when driving.
Flickr/Jeremy Taylor
To learn more about all there is to see and do around historic Alma, please visit the Town of Alma’s website.
Town of Alma, CO Facebook
Do you have a favorite place that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? Tell us about it here! For even more to see and do in Alma, check out Soak In The Natural Beauty Of The Mountains At These 15 Best Cabins In Colorado.
Town of Alma, CO Facebook
Flickr/John Holm
Google/Stephen M. Woodburn
Alma’s Gym
Flickr/Kent Kanouse
Flickr/Thomas Elliott
Flickr/Jeremy Taylor
