Yampa

Yampa is a statutory town in Routt County. The population was 399 at the 2020 census.

History

Yampa, Colorado, a town in Routt County, began as a hunting camp in the 1880s and grew into a gateway to the Flat Tops Wilderness. Agriculture, ranching, and a lumber industry fueled its early development. The town's name comes from the Yampa River, which was named by Ute Indians after an edible root plant. The railroad's arrival in 1908 further opened up the area's resources to new markets. Early History:

The Yampa Valley was home to the Fremont culture and later the Ute Indians, who named the river after the edible yampa root. Yampa's history started as a hunting camp in the 1880s, attracting visitors to the Flat Tops Wilderness. The arrival of the railroad in 1908 significantly changed Yampa, opening up the area to agriculture, ranching, and timber markets. Yampa became a popular destination for tourists seeking hunting and fishing in the Flat Tops Mountains. President Theodore Roosevelt even visited Egeria Park with a hunting party. Key Industries and Activities:

The surrounding forests provided a valuable resource for the local lumber industry.

Yampa continues to attract visitors for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.

The area's wildlife and fishing opportunities have drawn visitors for decades.

Geography

Comment

If you plan a mid summer visit, Yampa has a 4th of July parade that is 100% Americana, and is not to be missed.