Welcome to Hinsdale County Colorado
Hinsdale County, Colorado, is the most remote area in the United States' lower 48 states. With a total area of 1,123 square miles, our county is made up of almost 96.5 percent public land. Hinsdale County is covered by mountains, including five 14,000 and over 20 13,000 ft. peaks, and contains one of the most road-less areas in the country. The Continental Divide crosses the county twice, and Hinsdale County is home to three national forests Rio Grande; Grand Mesa Uncompahgre & Gunnison (GMUG) and San Juan. The County is also host to the Slumgullion Earth Flow that slid and dammed the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River creating Lake San Cristobal.
Hinsdale County is home to 774 residents with 374 residing within the city limits of the Town of Lake City. With an elevation of 8,671 feet and is the least populated county in the state of Colorado with Lake City as the county seat.
Whether you are a full time resident, a part time resident or a visitor, Hinsdale County has many outdoor adventures to offer. The summer and fall seasons boast hiking, biking, fishing and leaf peeping. The winter months bring skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and ice skating. No matter the season Hinsdale County has many outdoor adventures.
Hinsdale County is governed by a board of three County Commissioners. Board of County Commissioners Meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month, in addition to the fifth Wednesday in months with five weeks. Meetings start at 8 a.m.
Hinsdale County 2024 STATE OF THE COUNTY
Click HERE to download a copy of the 2024 State of the County.
JOB NOTICE
The Hinsdale County Treasurer’s Office will be accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Treasurer & Public Trustee position until filled. This position includes, but is not limited to, answering the telephone, greeting all visitors to the Treasurer’s office, preparing receipts for money taken in at the Treasurer’s office, and assisting the Treasurer in daily duties. Qualifications should include above average understanding of modern office software, bookkeeping experience, computer skills and working with the public. Must have mature work ethic, have a friendly and helpful disposition, be flexible, and be willing to take on additional duties as needed. Starting wages $22-25/hour dependent on experience, with a full benefit package. For more information contact Lori Lawrence, Hinsdale County Treasurer, at 970-944-2225 ext. 130. Applications may be picked up at the Treasurer’s office in the Hinsdale County Courthouse located at 317 N. Henson Street, Lake City, CO
Hinsdale County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Transient Vendors!
If you are selling food or goods from a truck, trailer or temporary set up in Hinsdale County you will need a transient vendor license. Click the link below to download the application and return to Hinsdale County with a $50 fee.