Lake City is in the only incorporated township in 1,117-square-mile Hinsdale County, a veritable frontier region that's made up of 96 percent public lands, including four wilderness areas. Indeed, the county has the fewest miles of road per capita, along with the most land area located beyond road access, making Hinsdale County the most remote county in the lower 48. The value of all land for sale in Hinsdale County, Colorado, recently was $24 million, representing a total of 1,418 acres of land for sale in Hinsdale County. Hinsdale County ranks 54th in the state for the total number of acres of land currently advertised for sale. Of all locations in Hinsdale County with farms, ranches, hunting land and other land for sale, Lake City had the most land for sale. Based on its natural assets, tourism and recreation contribute significant revenue toward Hinsdale County's overall GDP. Hinsdale County is the 41st largest county (1,123 square miles) in Colorado. It's located in the Southwest Colorado region of Colorado.