Explore the exciting attractions and sites in La Junta and the historic Arkansas Valley. La Junta has a rich history and is dedicated to preserving that heritage. First-time visitors are surprised to find so much to see and do in this exciting town located in southeast Colorado, including Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site, Comanche National Grassland, dinosaur tracks, the Otero and Koshare museums, and the annual Tarantula Trek: A Mating Expedition!