Ridgway

Located in the picturesque Uncompahgre Valley surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks of the Cimarron and San Juan Mountains, the town was named for railroad superintendent Robert M. Ridgway who established the town in 1891. Ridgway's position as a gateway to the mountainous areas surrounding it was recognized over 100 years ago when the Rio Grande Southern established Ridgway as a railhead center servicing the nearby mining towns of Ouray and Telluride. Modern day Ridgway serves as a point of departure for those interested in exploring the historical mines within close proximity to the town or simply to enjoy the beautiful mountain setting.