Many prairie towns grew up with the trains and died when the trains stopped rumbling through the station. Others grew up with the cattle and agriculture and died when the droughts (or Dust Bowl) hit. The little town of Last Chance, CO grew up with the automobile and died when I-70 was constructed, taking traffic on a quicker, easier route that bypassed this prairie town.

Related Stories

5 Waterfront Retreats In Colorado That Are Perfect For Warm Weather Adventures

5 Waterfront Retreats In Colorado That Are Perfect For Warm Weather Adventures

The Incredible Flower Road Trip Through Colorado Is The Ultimate Spring Adventure

The Incredible Flower Road Trip Through Colorado Is The Ultimate Spring Adventure

The Challenging Trail In Colorado Is One Of The Best In The State For Adventurers

The Challenging Trail In Colorado Is One Of The Best In The State For Adventurers

The cafes are gone. The neon lights are gone. The town is almost gone. You never know when your “last chance” to see this piece of Colorado history will be.

Have you visited Last Chance? Did you find anything cool? Tell us about your experience in the comments!

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.