3 Days
Where Legends Roam: Southern Colorado’s Spanish Peaks Country
Visiting the towns of Walsenburg, La Veta, Cuchara, Trinidad and Aguilar is the best way to see Colorado's famed Spanish Peaks from all angles.
Insider's Tip
Winter Escape
Spanish Peaks Country tends to be drier in the winter than other parts of the state. If you want to get out of the snow, head to southern Colorado, where trails and streets are waiting for you to explore.
Sustainability Activity
How to Give Back to These Special Places
Support The Spanish Peaks Arts Council (SPACe) by purchasing their fundraising posters, which help with operating expenses and give you a cool souvenir of the area.
Day 1
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…
activity
Wahatoya State Wildlife Area
The main trail meanders through fields, woods and into a deep arroyo on the south side. There is a by-pass trail for people who prefer not to enter…
dinner
Corine's Mexican Food
Serving excellent Mexican food since 1956, with a red-chili sauce known throughout the land.
activity
Crafty Canary Brewery
We are a tiny team of craftswomen with a penchant for crafting quality brews and cocktails in the shadows of the beautiful Huajatollas! Between our…
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…
Day 2
breakfast
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
Start the Highway of Legends Scenic Byway
Download the Travel Storys App for a fully immersive experience. For the first leg, drive from Walsenburg to Trinidad. Take some time to stop at the…
lunch
Wonderful House Chinese Restaurant
We are a locally owned and operated restaurant in Trinidad, Colorado that serves Mandarin, Hunan, Szechuan and Cantonese cuisine.
activity
Back on the Highway of Legends
Driving from Trinidad to La Veta, you’ll pass Trinidad Lake State Park, the Cokedale Historic District, Bosque del Oso State Wildlife Area and Stonewall…
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…
Day 3
breakfast
Skinny's Diner and Bar
Delight in breakfast classics like packed breakfast burritos, decadent pancakes and more.
activity
Shalawalla
Gallery, gift shop and batik studio. Local art and craft featuring batik by Beth and Jonathan Evans. Batik classes. Fair trade gifts and accessories…
lunch
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
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…
dinner
George's Drive Inn Restaurant
This is the hottest thing going in the area. Nearly every day it’s obvious when you look at the multitude of parked vehicles, that the food is good…
activity
La Veta Art Galleries
Peruse La Veta’s art galleries. La Veta may be small and laid-back, but it’s also the art hub of the Spanish Peaks Region. Galleries featuring local,…
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.
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