You would be surprised by the fun and interesting things that you can find around the

San Luis Valley. 

 

Here are a few examples to get you started: 

 

• Hiking Trails:

  • Zapata Falls - http://www.colorado.com/articles/hidden-colorado-gem-zapata-falls

  • Penitente Canyon- http://www.mountainproject.com/v/penitente-canyon/105744316

  • Russell Lakes- http://www.slvheritage.com/heritage-attractions/russell-lakes-state-wildlife-area/

  • Valley View Hot Springs- http://www.olt.org/vvhs

  • The Crestones- http://www.mountainproject.com/v/the-crestones/105744744

  • Easy Peaks (Blanca) - http://www.14ers.com/routemain.php?route=blan1&peak=Blanca%20Peak

• Hot Springs:

  • ​San Luis Valley Hot Springs- http://slvjunction.com/index.php?a=2&b=9754

  • Pagosa Springs Hot Springs- http://www.visitpagosasprings.com/

• Ski Areas: 

  • Wolf Creek- http://wolfcreekski.com/

• Great Sand Dunes: 

  • http://www.nps.gov/grsa/index.htm

 

• There are Many Festivals Close By.

  • Check them out at: http://www.coloradoeventsandfestivals.com/Salida_Riverside_Fine%20Arts_Festival.htm

 

• Oldest Town in Colorado:

  • Visit the oldest town in Colorado in San Luis: http://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/san-luis