Alta
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Alta

11,112 ft
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About Alta

Gold mining town established in 1877 on the road between Telluride and Ophir. Famous for its remaining buildings perched on the mountainside above the valley floor.

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Alta
Sun & Moon

11:53 AM

Sunrise

7:10 PM

Solar Noon

2:27 AM

Sunset

Golden Hour AM → 12:31 PM

Golden Hour PM ← 1:49 AM

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Full Moon

99% illuminated

Live14h 34m of daylight
Alta
Season
2days

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LiveJun 1 – Sep 30 · Based on historical averages
Alta
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LivePrime season: June – August

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Location

Alta
37.8847°N, 107.8617°W
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