Welcome to Minturn

Cradled in the Eagle River Valley, Minturn offers a slice of history among its youthful neighbors, with remnants of the late 1800s visible throughout town. Named after Robert B. Minturn, a leading 19th-century American merchant and shipping tycoon, the town first embodied the pioneering spirit of early homesteaders.

Earning the title of “lettuce capital of the world” thanks to their highly-desired Everkrisp lettuce, the early pioneers built a strong community foundation that further blossomed with the arrival of miners and the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad in 1887.

With an established railroad, Minturn quickly became a vital transportation and industry nexus, with hardworking settlers transforming the town into an imperative hub for the mining industry which was then thriving between them and Leadville. Minturn’s vibrancy led to its incorporation in 1904, catering to its growing community. Over the years, Minturn transitioned from its agricultural roots to a beloved mountain getaway. Despite inevitable changes, Minturn retains its unique character, thriving with outdoor recreation, art, restaurants, and boutique businesses.

Today, Minturn is celebrated as a true mountain town: a friendly haven where the spirit of the Old West greets the new. It invites you to explore its storied streets, to become part of its living history, and to experience the genuine hospitality that makes it a Rocky Mountain gem.