Ranch land, river access, and wide-open Grand County living at one of Colorado's most accessible price points.
Kremmling, CO: 2026 Quick-Take Summary
Kremmling, CO is located in Grand County, Colorado (Zip: 80459, Elevation: 7,399 ft, Pop: 1,509). Yes, Kremmling offers authentic Colorado ranch land and Gold Medal fly fishing on the upper Colorado River at Grand County's most accessible acreage prices. Situated between Byers and Gore Canyons, approximately 110 miles from Denver via US-40 in West Grand School District RE-1-J.
RE/MAX Peak to Peak provides expert Grand County real estate guidance to help buyers evaluate working ranch parcels, Colorado River acreage, and single-family homes.
Category | Kremmling, CO Quick Facts |
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County | Grand County, Colorado |
Zip Code | 80459 |
Elevation | 7,399 feet (2,255 meters) |
Population & Area | 1,509 residents (2020 U.S. Census) | Area: 1.3 sq miles |
Geography & Rivers | Upper Colorado River between Byers & Gore Canyons; Blue River confluence |
Distance to Denver | Approximately 110 miles via US-40 (2 to 2.5 hours) |
Ski Resort & Valley Access | Blue River access to Summit County; Steamboat Springs via Rabbit Ears Pass; Winter Park 35-40 mi east |
Founded & Incorporated | Founded 1881 | Incorporated May 14, 1904 |
Primary Economy | Ranching, agriculture, outdoor recreation, eco-tourism |
Property Types Available | Ranch land, acreage parcels, single-family homes, vacant land |
School District | West Grand School District RE-1-J |
Source: Compiled from U.S. Census Bureau 2020 records, West Grand School District RE-1-J, and RE/MAX Peak to Peak analytics.
Kremmling is Grand County's ranching hub: a small statutory town sitting at 7,399 feet along the upper Colorado River, where the Blue River descends from the south and Muddy Creek from the north. Founded in 1881 during the Colorado Silver Boom and incorporated in 1904, Kremmling grew as a railroad and cattle shipping center rather than a mining town, giving it a character distinctly different from the ski resort communities nearby.
That geography matters for buyers. Kremmling sits between Byers Canyon and Gore Canyon, two of Colorado's most dramatic river gorges. The town's location at the confluence of the Colorado and Blue rivers makes it a natural gateway for whitewater paddling, fly fishing, and big-game hunting. At the same time, valley access roads south toward Dillon and Summit County ski resorts, and north over Rabbit Ears Pass toward Steamboat Springs, make Kremmling surprisingly well-connected for such a small town.
The Colorado River through Kremmling is one of the most productive fly fishing stretches in the state, with wild brown and rainbow trout drawing anglers from across the Front Range. Gore Canyon, a dramatic gorge just west of town, hosts some of Colorado's most challenging whitewater, including Class V rapids that attract serious kayakers and rafters. Byers Canyon to the east offers a more accessible but equally scenic float option.
Big-game hunting for elk, mule deer, and pronghorn draws hunters to the surrounding BLM and state lands each fall. Rabbit Ears Pass to the north is one of Colorado's premier snowmobile destinations, and the surrounding Grand County landscape offers backcountry skiing, cross-country trails, and year-round access to public lands.
Kremmling attracts a specific buyer: those who want authentic mountain Colorado (river access, ranch land, acreage, and space) without the resort-market price premium attached to Winter Park, Granby Ranch, or Grand Lake. The Kremmling real estate market is primarily land and single-family homes, with acreage parcels ranging from small ranchettes to large working ranch properties along the Colorado River corridor.
For buyers interested in ranching, hunting, or simply owning a piece of Colorado's high country at a practical price, Kremmling and the surrounding Gore Canyon and Blue River corridor deserve a close look. RE/MAX Peak to Peak agents are deeply familiar with Grand County's rural and ranch real estate: contact us for current listings and land availability.
Kremmling is served by West Grand School District RE-1-J, which operates West Grand Elementary School, West Grand Middle School, and West Grand High School. The district serves the western Grand County communities of Kremmling, Hot Sulphur Springs, and Parshall.
78491 US Highway 40 Ste 5 and 6, Winter Park, CO 80482 | (970) 726-5700
RE/MAX Peak to Peak serves buyers and sellers across Grand County including Kremmling, Hot Sulphur Springs, Granby, Winter Park, Fraser, and Grand Lake. The team has deep experience in Grand County's rural, ranch, and land transactions: from working ranch acreage to riverfront parcels along the Colorado River corridor.
Automated real estate portals evaluate Kremmling using flat countywide averages, ignoring the distinct land and agricultural variables. Search portals fail to verify water rights, ditch rights, BLM grazing permits, or river access easements that dictate true ranch value in western Grand County. Working with RE/MAX Peak to Peak ensures you evaluate Kremmling ranch and land properties with complete real-world clarity.
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The zip code for Kremmling, Colorado is 80459. Kremmling is a statutory town in Grand County, CO, at an elevation of 7,399 feet, situated along the upper Colorado River between Byers Canyon and Gore Canyon. Population was 1,509 at the 2020 U.S. Census.
Kremmling real estate primarily consists of ranch land, acreage parcels, single-family homes, and vacant land. The Kremmling and Gore Canyon corridor appeals strongly to buyers seeking hunting property, working ranch acreage, fly fishing access along the Colorado River, and land at accessible price points.
Kremmling is approximately 110 miles northwest of Denver, typically about 2 to 2.5 hours by car. The Blue River valley provides access south toward Dillon and Summit County ski resorts, while Rabbit Ears Pass connects to Steamboat Springs. Winter Park and Fraser are roughly 35 to 40 miles east via US-40.
Yes. The Colorado River through Kremmling is one of the most productive fly fishing stretches in the state. Gore Canyon offers Class V whitewater, while surrounding BLM lands provide prime elk and deer hunting. Rabbit Ears Pass offers world-class snowmobiling.
Kremmling appeals to buyers who want authentic Colorado ranch and river living without the resort-market price premium. Primary draws include Gold Medal fly fishing, acreage at accessible pricing, big-game hunting, and proximity to both Summit County and Steamboat Springs.
1,844 people live in Kremmling, where the median age is 23 and the average individual income is $24,147. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Kremmling, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Dollar General, Middle Park Meat, and Maverik Adventure's First Stop.
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| Dining | 0.28 miles | 1 review | 4/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.34 miles | 29 reviews | 4.1/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 0.55 miles | 2 reviews | 2.5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.57 miles | 17 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.59 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.59 miles | 71 reviews | 3.6/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 0.73 miles | 97 reviews | 4.2/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.82 miles | 32 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.76 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0 miles | 11 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Active | 0 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.13 miles | 44 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.2 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.24 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.65 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.69 miles | 10 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 0.67 miles | 6 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.55 miles | 1 review | 3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.68 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.78 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.8 miles | 3 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
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Kremmling has 529 households, with an average household size of 3.47. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Kremmling do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,844 people call Kremmling home. The population density is 1,409 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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