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Garfield, Colorado
The Gimlett/LeFevre Cabin in Garfield, Colorado.
The Gimlett/LeFevre Cabin in Garfield, Colorado.
Location of the Garfield CDP in Chaffee County, Colorado.
Location of the Garfield CDP in Chaffee County, Colorado.
Garfield, Colorado is located in the United States
Garfield, Colorado
Garfield, Colorado
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  Colorado
County Chaffee County
Government
 • Type Unincorporated community
Area
 • Total 0.341 sq mi (0.883 km2)
 • Land 0.341 sq mi (0.883 km2)
 • Water 0 sq mi (0.000 km2)
Elevation
9,518 ft (2,901 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 27
 • Density 79.2/sq mi (30.6/km2)
Time zone UTC-7 (MST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
ZIP Code
Salida 81201
Area code(s) 719
GNIS feature ID 2583238

Garfield is a small community in Chaffee County, Colorado, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's also a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means the United States Census Bureau defines it for counting people.

In 2020, only 27 people lived in Garfield. The local post office that serves the area is in Salida, Colorado.

Where is Garfield Located?

Garfield is in the beautiful state of Colorado. It's part of Chaffee County. The area of Garfield is quite small, covering about 0.883 square kilometers (which is about 218 acres). All of this land is dry land, with no lakes or large rivers within its boundaries.

How Many People Live Here?

The United States Census Bureau keeps track of how many people live in places like Garfield.

Garfield CDP, Colorado
Year Pop. ±%
2010 15 —    
2020 27 +80.0%
Source: United States Census Bureau

As you can see, the number of people living in Garfield grew from 15 in 2010 to 27 in 2020. This shows it's a very small, quiet place.

Fun Things to Do Near Garfield

Even though Garfield is small, it's close to some exciting places where you can have fun outdoors!

  • Monarch Mountain is a popular place for skiing and snowboarding. If you love winter sports, this is a great spot to visit.
  • Monarch Pass is a mountain pass that offers amazing views. It's a high point in the Rocky Mountains and a scenic drive.
  • San Isabel National Forest is a huge forest area perfect for hiking, camping, and exploring nature. You can see lots of wildlife and beautiful trees here.
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