Named for the local gypsum deposits, Gypsum, CO is a small home rule municipality. It’s located just west of Eagle and east of Glenwood Springs.
In 2010 the town recorded a population of 6,477 residents. It’s home to the American Gypsum drywall plant and mine. Situated in Eagle County, Gypsum was incorporated in 1911. It resides at 6,312 feet in elevation.
Main Attractions
Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) – The second busiest airport in Colorado during a peak winter day, EGE is located in town. It offers year round flights to Denver International Airport (DEN) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
Recreation
Camping: Read about the camping near Vail, Eagle and Gypsum.
Accommodations
Activities near Gypsum
Federal Lands:
Towns:
- Avon (28mi)
- Beaver Creek (30mi)
- Dotsero (6mi)
- Eagle (7mi)
- Eagle-Vail (24mi)
- Glenwood Springs (24mi)
- Minturn (34mi)
- Red Cliff (42mi)
- Rifle (51mi)
- Vail (37mi)
- Wolcott (17mi)
Transportation:
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