1892 wooden powerhouse located on an outcrop above the Crystal River in Crystal, Colorado, accessible from Marble, Colorado via four-wheel drive
General Information
Road access typically available late spring through fall depending on weather and conditions
Winter access is limited or requires snow travel
Guided jeep tours available for a fee through local operators
Glenwood Springs (45 mi)
Aspen (45 mi)
How to Get There
From Carbondale (30 mi): Take CO-133 south to Marble, then follow County Road 3 east for about 6 miles on a rough high-clearance road or continue by hiking, biking, or guided jeep tour to reach the historic site.
Overview
The Crystal Mill (the Old Mill) is an 1892 wooden powerhouse perched on a rock outcrop above the Crystal River near the ghost town of Crystal, one of the most photographed old buildings in Colorado. It was built in 1893 by George Eaton and B. S. Phillips to power the Sheep Mountain Tunnel and Mining Company. The site is reached by a rough 4WD road from Marble, about 5 miles each way, by Jeep tour, ATV, mountain bike, or on foot. The mill is private property, so view it from the overlook.
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