Become a local! Start your trip off with a stop at the Colorado Welcome Center. Pick up a map of the city and, if the Trinidad Trolley is running, hop…

This is the perfect spot to enjoy wings five different ways, burgers, fish and chips and more. Coloring books and cookies keep the kids preoccupied…

Explore Trinidad's past and place in the American West. The museum complex includes the 1870s adobe Baca House, the 1882 Victorian-style Bloom Mansion…

Need to please lots of different appetites? The Trinidad Smokehouse offers delicious hickory-smoked barbecue along with burgers, comfort food and grilled…

Family-friendly and pet-friendly with an indoor pool, a viewing deck of the mountains and complimentary breakfast bags make this the perfect hotel for…

Providing great food since 1993. Here you can leave the mood of the Interstate behind, and pick up the quieter rhythm of a historic two-lane road on…

Featuring the paintings, illustrations and sketches of Trinidad-native Arthur Roy Mitchell, this impressive collection includes more than 350 of his…

While you wait to enjoy lunch in the restaurant's large courtyard, pick up a few souvenir t-shirts in the lobby — sizes are available for the whole…

Comanche National Grassland covers more than 440,000 acres in southeastern Colorado — part of the nation's Great Plains — filled with canyons, historic…

Great Mexican food with a big dose of fun! Enjoy the colorful decor inside and traditional Mexican dance shows on the outdoor patio.

Autumn evenings in La Junta come alive in the most unusual way. It's tarantula migration season! Head toward Comanche National Grassland to spot these…

Still need to burn off some energy before settling in the for the night? Little ones will have a blast swimming in the heated indoor pool.

Christine’s is housed in a former church, with plenty of outdoor seating and space for the tykes to roam. This dining gem has all the classics, but…

Step back in time at Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site, a reconstructed 1840s adobe fur trading post on the mountain branch of the Santa Fe Trail…

Stop by this food truck in downtown La Junta for fresh tortillas and even fresher ingredients. Get there early to avoid lines, and snag a patio table…

Located in the Comanche National Grassland, just south of La Junta, these primitive canyons are home to North America's largest dinosaur tracksite.…

You might come to The Railyard for well-crafted cocktails, great beer, fresh food, or the mellow atmosphere. No matter what, you’re in the right place…

After a long day, treat the kids to frozen yogurt at this self-serve shop with a variety of flavors and toppings to customize their treat just the way…

Centrally located near local attractions, parents will enjoy the complimentary breakfast while youngsters will enjoy the indoor pool.

Snag a booth at this locals' hangout, and enjoy tot-friendly offerings such as french toast, pancakes, biscuits and even pigs-in-a-blanket.

This eclectic local museum is full of historic exhibits focusing on life in Bent County, including early 1900s storefronts of a post office, barbershop,…

An authentic Mexican Restaurant serving up an ocean of flavor on its menu and outdoor seating.

Visit this restored mid-19th-century settlement where Native Americans and pioneers peacefully joined together. With Old West reenactments during the…

Youngins and the young-at-heart will enjoy the nostalgia of ordering from a phone at the table. Be sure to order a classic shake!

Need some time to regroup? Grab your fishing pole and head out to John Martin Reservoir, the state’s second-largest body of water, where the mild weather…

On the go? Enjoy a complimentary grab-and-go breakfast. Ready to relax? Enjoy the indoor heated pool.

The babes will have a hard time choosing from various pastries, including sticky pecan buns, cinnamon rolls, muffins and scones.

This National Historic Landmark is home to the Amache Museum and several interpretive kiosks, which help to tell the story of the site and the people…

Save room for dessert! The little ones will love sopapillas and the Mexican fried ice cream.

Located in Lamar’s historic train depot, this friendly welcome center will provide great recommendations on even more local spots and kid-approved excursions…

Best ribs in Colorado, not to mention biscuits and gravy, meat-lovers omelets, BLTs and much more.

A fitting end to your adventure is a trip to this local museum, which focuses on the history of the High Plains of eastern Colorado. Young people of…

Located near John Martin Reservoir State Park, this hotel was designed with comfort in mind. Be sure to book a family suite so that you can rest easy…