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Take your time to slow down like the locals and enjoy the richness of the land in these Pioneering Plains towns. Fort Morgan, Sterling, Julesburg, Wray, Holyoke, Burlington, Limon and Stratton will greet you with laid-back charm under clear blue skies.

3 Days on the Pioneering Plains

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There are special places and unique vistas around nearly every Colorado corner. You can help ensure these places exist for generations to come by staying on roads and trails, keeping speeds in check, leaving campsites and picnic spots just as you found them, and following instructional signs while you’re out and about in our state.
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Travel Like a Local

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This park features a large reservoir with sandy beaches and 240 campsites. Facilities include showers, toilets, laundry, electric hookups, a marina, sporting goods and much more. In 2020, it was named an International Dark Skies Park, making it the first Colorado State Park to hold the coveted designation.

Jackson Lake State Park

Now serving: Premium Hard Ice Cream, Delicious High Plains Spice Company Coffees, Gourmet Soups, and Fresh Salads with an array of toppings to choose from!

Simkins Parlour

After eating, stroll the town and enjoy the unique sculptures by artist, Bradford Rhea — make sure to see some of the famous trees. There are also a couple bronze sculptures as well as some murals in downtown. While checking out the art, check out the specialty shops, the brewery, an artist cooperative and an old fashioned popcorn shop.

Stroll the Town

American food, home cooked full service restaurant.

D&J Cafe

Visit the Julesburg Welcome Center before starting either the Pony Express Trail or the South Platte River Trail Scenic and Historic Byway. Both trace historic routes through this part of the state.

Sunset Trail Hike

Welcome to the Cobblestone Inn &amp; Suites in Holyoke, Colorado. Our beautiful hotel is conveniently located near everything that Holyoke, Colorado has to offer including The Phillips County Raceway, Melissa Memorial Hospital, Hospice of the Plains, Centennial Mental Health Center, Gerk Funeral Home, and Baucke Funeral Home. Our hotel also provides easy access for traveling to and from U.S. Highways 6 and 385.

Cobblestone Inn & Suites

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Drive over to Wray to begin your day.

Take a Drive

LaLa's serves handcrafted breakfast pastries, savory breakfast sandwiches and biscuits, sandwiches and salads, full espresso menu, and other specialty beverages. Sandwiches for lunch are available all day, and salads are made fresh daily by 10:30am.

LaLa's Bakery & Espresso Bar

Take a morning stroll through the park to walk off some of your breakfast stupor.

Visit Riverside Park

Our menu consists of breakfast items such as bacon and eggs, pancakes, homemade sourdough toast, homemade doughnuts topped to order and huevos rancheros.

Riverside Cafe

Once you've finished in Wray, hop in the car and get on the road to Burlington.

Head Out

6 1/2 acre historic museum complex featuring: 21 fully restored buildings furnished with authentic turn-of-the-century artifacts, children's hands-on history exhibits, special events, and more! Located off I-70 near the CO/KS boarder.

Old Town Museum Complex - Burlington

Bringing casual upscale dining in a modern atmosphere, The Dish Room features our take on Southwest, Italian, and New American dishes.

The Dish Room

Let the everyday stress and worries melt away as you enter the enchanted experience of our Colorado Country Mansion. From the moment you walk in, the towering Palladian windows and soaring ceilings welcome you to a place like no other, The Claremont Inn &amp; Winery.

Claremont Winery & Inn

Since a delicious breakfast is included in your stay at the Claremont Inn, no need to search for anything else. Just roll out of bed and go get you some!

Start Your Day Off Right

One room wasn't enough to hold the worst of Eastern Colorado's bad men. After using a one-room jail for several years, Cheyenne County retained noted Denver architect Robert S. Roeschlaub in 1892 to design a new facility.

Cheyenne Wells Old Jail Museum

Jump in your car and head to Limon for even more history.

Head to Limon

A relaxed venue offering a menu of steaks &amp; seafood, plus a bar and a pool table.

Oscar's Bar & Grille

Discover the Life &amp; Legends of the Plains! Roam through the 5-acre complex consisting of a Railroad Depot built in 1910, plus 3 Railcars, including a Caboose &amp; Dining Car. There is also a One-Room School House and an additional building with other historical exhibits.

Limon Heritage Museum & Railroad Park

Family owned and operated, we’ve been a community staple since 1972. Join us for great drinks, homemade food, happy hours, and good times!

South Side Food & Drink

Historic single-screen movie theater that seats 204 and shows late-release weekend features.  Also available for private parties, seminar, independent films, or other special venues.

Lincoln Theatre

Stay Smart in Limon. Ideally located off I-70, 80 miles east of Denver and just 1 mile from the downtown area. Our rooms feature one king or two queen beds, free Fresh Express Start Hot Breakfast Buffet, free Wifi, Indoor Pool, Hot Tub and Fitness Room. Pets Welcome.