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Minutes from Denver, experience a whole new Colorado, where farms, historic sites and stunning vistas will make you feel you're in a whole new and relaxed state.

Exploring the High Plains East of Denver

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Donate to or volunteer at the <a href="https://longhopes.org">Longhopes Donkey Shelter</a> in Bennett, where donkeys are rescued, rehabilitated, rehomed and given sanctuary.

How to Give Back to These Special Places

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Step back in time during a visit to 17 Mile House, a 155-year old farm which served as an important resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s.

17 Mile House Farm Park

Fresh, authentic Indian cuisine free of preservatives, artificial ingredients and dyes.

Monsoon Cuisine Of India

Tour a premier donkey rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming charity since 1999 that is open to the public for educational tours. Longhopes was the first U.S. donkey rescue accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries.

Longhopes Donkey Shelter

Hand-tossed pizzas, homemade pasta, wraps, burgers and fries, breakfast and more.

Rookies Restaurant and Saloon

Kiowa Creek is proud to offer a wide range of activities for the entire family! From archery to sporting clays to walking paths, we truly offer something for everyone.

Kiowa Creek Sporting Club

A great family focused campground 35 miles East of Downtown Denver. Open year around.

Denver East Strasburg KOA Campground

Serving breakfast burritos with your choice of meat (sausage or bacon) with cheese, potatoes, and eggs, as well as croissants, sandwiches and more.

Ahimsa Coffee Shop

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

Yummy chili rellenos, carne asada and other Mexican favorites.

Jenny's Mexican Food

Considered one of the oldest 9 hole courses in Colorado, the course was designed by Henry Hughes and is regarded by many as the "Jewel of the Plains".

Tamarack Golf Course

American comfort home cookin' in a rustic little cafe.

Jean's Family Kitchen

Constructed in 1909, the Hugo Union Pacific Railroad Roundhouse is one of only three remaining from the original pre-merger Union Pacific Railroad, with this being the only one in Colorado.

Hugo Union Pacific Roundhouse

Discover High Plains hospitality at the Safari Inn, where we warmly welcome all guests. Whether you are in Limon for business, pleasure or simply traveling through, we will do our very best to ensure you enjoy a comfortable and pleasant stay.

Limon Safari Inn

Come enjoy a delicious hand-crafted donut, breakfast burrito or a warm cup of coffee at this local food truck.

The Hipstir Wagon Food Truck

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

1905 Philadelphia Toboggan Carousel...fully operable. For only 25 cents a ride, experience the motion and sounds of this magnificent carousel. The museum onsite interprets the carousel, it restorations, the Philadelphia Toboggan Company, and the Wurltizer organ.

Kit Carson County Carousel & Museum

Traditional American burgers and sandwiches in Eads.

JJ's Restaurant

Immortalizes boom days of railroad construction along with a collection of vintage machinery, furniture and other snapshots of pioneer life. What you will not find is Kit Carson! The famous scout may have visited the vicinity but the town was born after his death.

Kit Carson Museum

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.