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Blanca Wetlands
Take an informative detour to Blanca Wetlands, a restored oasis that offers a glimpse into the San Luis Valley's past before agricultural drainage transformed the...
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UFO Watchtower
The UFO watchtower–a place to celebrate the strange, otherworldly, and improbable occurrences which have long intrigued visitors to San Luis Valley. Believers come from all...
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Colorado Gator Reptile Park
In a surprising twist of Colorado history, what began as a tilapia farm's solution to waste management evolved into a unique wildlife refuge for alligators....
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Fort Garland Museum
Fort Garland Museum, located in Colorado's San Luis Valley, preserves an 1858 military fort that once protected settlers and served as a base for the...
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Zapata Falls
This hidden waterfall is tucked away inside a cave at the end of a short but adventurous hike—less than a mile round trip. Getting to...
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Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center
Begin your visit at the Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center, where you can explore exhibits about the park's unique geology, diverse ecosystems, and rich cultural...
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Montville Nature Trail
Montville Nature Trail is the shortest and easiest forest hike in the park, traversing through the former Montville townsite. It’s a quick half-mile through shady...
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Mosca Pass
Mosca Pass is a moderately difficult 7-mile long trail that continues from Montville Nature Trail, taking you to a pass in the Sangre De Cristo...
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Wellington Ditch Trail
The Wellington Ditch Trail is just under 2 miles of a relatively flat hike through pinon and juniper trees, ending at the Pinon Flats Campground....
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Great Sand Dunes Picnic Area
This shaded picnic stop has barbecue grills, covered tables, and views that can't be beat.
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Dune Access
From the Great Sand Dunes parking lot, you can hike directly onto the towering dunes, a challenging yet rewarding adventure offering stunning views of the...
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Medano Pass Primitive Road
Medano Pass Primitive Road offers a rugged 22-mile backcountry adventure through stunning landscapes, including sandy creek crossings and lush meadows. Along the route, stop at...
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Sand Ramp Trail
The Sand Ramp Trail is a moderate 11-mile (one-way) trek that winds along the base of the dunes, offering sweeping views of the sand and...
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San Luis Wildlife Area
The San Luis Wildlife Area is a lesser-known but ecologically rich area in southern Colorado, near the San Luis Valley. Managed by Colorado Parks and...
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