Cisco, Utah: Cisco Ghost Town
Watering stop for 1880s railroad; bypassed by I-70, and lost its post office in the last decade or so. A dozen buildings, junk, a few residents. Film location for "Vanishing Point" (1971), "Thelma and Louise" (1991).
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Doesn't look like any one lives there any more! Interesting what people decided to leave behind!
[Dhornfeldt, 07/15/2012]This town was used during times of the uranium mining boom for its railroad access. Last known there were homes with grass thatch roofs. A one room post office in use until approx. 2001. There are approximately 8 buildings in Cisco. Also used for filming of several movies including Vanishing Point, Thelma and Louise, and Pontiac Moon.
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Cisco Ghost Town
- Address:
- US Hwy 6, Cisco, UT
- Directions:
- 22 miles west of Colorado border. I-70 exit 204 (eastbound) or 214 (westbound). Drive to the south side and follow UT-128. You'll see the Cisco ruins on the south side of UT-128, roughly halfway between those two freeway exits. Snap pics from road, respect inhabited/private property.
- Hours:
- 2021: Not welcoming visitors/tourists. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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