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Pictured: Along the Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic Byway
Alamosa, the Spanish word for cottonwood grove, sits in the center of the San Luis Valley and is surrounded by the majestic Sangre de Cristo and San Juan mountains. Nestled along the Rio Grande River, at about 7,500', the city where the southwest meets the Rockies boasts 360 days of sunshine.
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The Great Sand Dunes National Park, 32 miles northeast of Alamosa, is one of Colorado's most spectacular, constantly shifting, natural formations. The dunes rise to 700' and are the tallest in America. The scenic Los Caminos Antiguos Byway passes Alamosa on its way to Antonito. Bird watchers should be sure to visit the Monte Vista Wildlife Refuge and the Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge, both are popular stopping places during spring and fall migrations for sandhill cranes, ducks, Canadian geese and occasionally the endangered whooping crane. In the winter, numerous hawks, bald eagles and golden eagles stay at the refuges. Mosca Pass, a historic route to drive, was once a toll road and the Great Sand Dunes are accessible from here on foot. On the way to Mosca Pass, stop at the deserted historic landmark of Sharp's Trading Post, a two-story adobe which once served as a hotel and trading post.
Fort Garland, a simple farm community known for its adobe buildings, has served this area of Colorado since the establishment of the fort Kit Carson commanded in the 1860s. Fort Garland was maintained to protect settlers against Indians. Abandoned in 1883, the fort still remains as the town's principle attraction.
Picture courtesy of the Calkins Family
It's been over 50 years since passengers have traveled this historic pass over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains between the towns of Alamosa, Antonito and La Veta. Steep grades and cliff-hanging curves await you. Once the rail hub of the region, Alamosa is the departure point for Colorado's newest scenic railroad!
Commercial air travel accommodations are handled by San Luis Valley Municipal Airport. Please contact your preferred travel agent or airline for flight arrangements.
Alamosa is near: Antonito, Del Norte & Northern San Luis Valley
Alamosa Featured Advertisers:
 
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- NEW! Reasonable rates,easy access for big rigs, separate tenting area, near Alamosa, the Great Sand Dunes and Cumbres & Toltec Railroad. Campers clubhouse with kitchen.
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- 19 miles from Alamosa on Highway 17. The "Two Mile Creek Wildlife Habitat" provides the opportunity to view gators and reptiles in a natural setting, to fish and go boating, nature trail hiking and picnicking.
- In the beautiful San Luis Valley, enjoy views of the Sangre de Cristo and San Juan mountain ranges. One mile west of Alamosa on Highway 160. Amenities: cable TV, high-speed internet, and indoor pool.
- At the gateway to the San Luis Valley, with thousands of places to explore: Great Sand Dunes, Wildlife Refuge, Zapata Falls, and alligators. Beautiful, large, comfortable rooms, some with kitchenettes.
- Visiting Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve? Stay with us right at the entrance to the Park. We're 32 miles northeast of Alamosa. Queen beds, air conditioning & heated indoor pool. FREE WI-FI.
- Spectacular view of Dunes & the San Luis Valley. At the entrance of Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, 32 miles NE of Alamosa. Full hookup RV sites, seperate tenting area & camper cabins.
- A rustic motel with modern amenities like air conditioning, color cable TV and internet via DSL in Fort Garland only 25 miles east of Alamosa. A great base camp for exploring the Great Sand Dunes!
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Riverbend Resort Cabins & RV Park Cabins with fireplaces, decks overlook 3/4 mile of private stocked river frontage. Pet friendly. FREE WI-FI. RV full hookups. Riverside tent sites. Hot tub. Near South Fork, Alamosa, Creede, Wolf Creek Ski Area. |
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- It's been over 50 years since passengers have traveled the pass over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains between the towns of Alamosa, Antonito and La Veta. Steep grades and cliff-hanging curves await you.
- Near Alamosa, in the shadow of the Great Sand Dunes National Monument, visitors can enjoy 51 campsites, fishing, watersports, trails, and wildlife-viewing.
- Natural Hot Artesian Water. RV & camping spots with water and electric hookups. Stay here & receive 1/2 off your pool admission. Located 30 minutes from Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.
- Planning to spend time in the Rio Grande National Forest on an ATV or snowmobile, we are the only AUTHORIZED Arctic Cat dealer within 100 miles of South Fork with sales, parts, services and rentals.
- Camp, fish, hunt and relax along Ute Creek. Long level RV sites. Separate tenting area. Near historic Ft. Garland Museum. Enjoy hiking and exploring in south central Colorado: LESS PEOPLE = MORE FUN!
For more information contact:
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Fort Garland Museum/Visitor Center
San Luis Valley Information Center
Sanford Chamber of Commerce
Town of San Luis Visitor Center
Colorado Welcome Center at Alamosa
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