Posted in Wyoming
April 20, 2017
Most People Don’t Know That One Of America’s Smallest Towns Is Right Here In Wyoming
You always hear “the best things come in small packages.” Well, this little town in Wyoming is no exception. Most people don’t know this little town in Wyoming even exists much less that one of America’s smallest towns is right here in the Cowboy State.
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Lost Springs is in Converse County located in the central eastern part of the state. Lost Springs even qualifies as a full-fledged town versus a census-designated area as you might think.
This wee little town nestled along the High Plains has a total area of .09 square miles. In 2007, the town had a whopping population of 1 and in 2010 it was home to 4 residents. See, the town IS growing.
This little "lost" town got its name from railroad workers who could not find the springs shown on their survey maps. Lost Springs was inhabited in the 1880s and incorporated in 1911.
At one time, the town actually had a population of 200. Most of these residents worked at nearby Rosin coal mine. The coal mine closed in 1930 and most people left this once thriving town behind.
The town offers a lot compared to its small population. This tiny little town has a combination post office/general store, bar with neon light sign, a small grassy park with outhouses and an old timey wagon with pots and pans. I'm guessing the post office doesn't see a lot of activity.
In 1976, Lost Springs was designated as the smallest incorporated town in America. Not only was it designated by the state of Wyoming but also by the U.S. Bicentennial Commission.
In fact, it's even the smallest Bicentennial town. The town may be small in more ways than one but it sure is big on charm.
To get to Lost Springs, take Hwy 20 W. from Lusk. Lost Springs is about 26 miles west. You can also take I-25 Exit 126 and proceed 16 miles northeast on US 18/20.
Check out this video of Lost Springs by YouTube user, Gotgame191.
What once was lost is now found and is one of the most charming towns around.
For another Wyoming small town, check out The Smallest Town In America Is Right Here In Wyoming.
