3 Days
Spring is an ideal time to visit Spanish Peaks Country in southern Colorado. Warm sunshine melts the snow, causing creeks and rivers to run, and it makes for days perfect for playing outside.
Sustainability Activity
Support a Worthy Cause
Donate to the Sangre de Cristo Center for Youth, an organization that works to positively engage the youth of Huerfano County through character-building, personal and social responsibility and life-skills development.
Day 1
activity
Mission: Wolf
Mission: Wolf is a sanctuary for captive wolves and wolf-dog crosses. At present, we care for 23 wolves and wolf-dog crosses. We welcome visitors/ volunteers…
lunch
Serendipity Coffee House
“A taste of today in yesterday’s store” reflects what to expect on a visit to Serendipity. Owner Gaye Davis has chosen to create a coffee shop/specialty…
activity
Hike to Apache Falls on Green Mountain
Take a beautiful hike to Apache Falls on Greenhorn Mountain in northern Huerfano County. This 11-mile round trip hike starts at Rye’s Bartlett Trailhead…
dinner
Dog Bar & Grill
Long considered the heart and soul of the Cuchara Valley, Dog Bar & Grill is the place to enjoy lunch on the outdoor deck with your favorite canine…
activity
Francisco Center For The Performing Arts
Catch a performance at the Francisco Center for the Performing Arts. Doors open at 6:30 pm for 7 pm performances. Advance tickets to shows, when made…
lodging
Two Fox Cabins & RV's
Twelve rental cabins in La Veta. The property abuts the Cuchara River. We do daily, weekly and monthly rentals.
Day 2
breakfast
Paradise Coffee
Family-owned Paradise Coffee was brewed in April 2012. Serving a variety of delicious espresso, lattes and coffees.
activity
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
Because the dunes and surrounding mountains are designated wilderness, this is a great place to enjoy unspoiled natural beauty in a variety of ways…
Insider's Tip
Hike or Sled
Hike the dunes in the morning before the sand gets too hot. For an extra bit of fun, rent a sand sled or board from Great Sand Dunes Oasis inside the park.
lunch
Great Sand Dunes Oasis
The Oasis Restaurant and Store, located at the main park entrance, is the only restaurant within 25 miles of Great Sand Dunes National Park.
activity
Hang Out at Medano Creek
Back on the sand, set up some chairs and an umbrella along Medano Creek. This special creek only runs during the spring and offers a delightful experience…
dinner
Alys' Restaurant
Each evening, we offer a delicious selection from our menu choices of lamb, steak, chicken, seafood or vegetarian complemented with fresh vegetables…
activity
Stargazing at La Veta Park
After a busy day at the Sand Dunes, relax at a La Veta Park and watch the stars appear. Low light pollution in the area facilitates excellent stargazing…
lodging
Two Fox Cabins & RV's
Twelve rental cabins in La Veta. The property abuts the Cuchara River. We do daily, weekly and monthly rentals.
Day 3
breakfast
Paradise Coffee
Family-owned Paradise Coffee was brewed in April 2012. Serving a variety of delicious espresso, lattes and coffees.
activity
Highway of Legends - Scenic and Historic Byway
Enjoy dramatic settings that have inspired tall tales.
Insider's Tip
Cruise to Trinidad
Drive the Highway of Legends (while listening to the Highway of Legends Travel Storys App) to Trinidad, an almost perfectly preserved Victorian city with a historic downtown studded with Italianate stonework facades that give the city a European look.
lunch
Nana & Nano Monteleone's Deli and Pasta House
Fresh deli meats, domestic and imported cheese, local goat cheese. Spaghetti, ravioli, gnocchi, fettuccine alfredo and sandwiches. Dine in or take out…
Insider's Tip
Drive to Walsenburg
Drive north to Walsenburg, where you’ll discover antique shops, the Walsenburg Mining Museum, the Museum of Friends and the Walsenburg Golf Course.
activity
Lathrop State Park
Nestled in the shadow of the Spanish Peaks, this park offers a gentle climate, 103 campsites, fishing, waterskiing, golfing, hiking and great views…
dinner
Corine's Mexican Food
Serving excellent Mexican food since 1956, with a red-chili sauce known throughout the land.
activity
Museum of Friends
Opened by artists Brendt and Maria Cocchiarelli Berger, this contemporary arts museum houses over 600 pieces of art, the majority of which has ben donated…
lodging
Spanish Peaks Guesthouse
Spanish Peaks Guesthouse is a vacation rental on 200ac south of Walsenburg at the gateway to the Spanish Peaks. A 3 bed/2 bath home, it is ideal as…