Antonito - South Central Colorado

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The southern San Luis Valley city of Antonito is rich in culture and history from the Ute Indians and the Spanish who called the valley home. Antonito lies between the Conejos and the San Antonio rivers at an elevation of 7,888' and is the gateway to the beautiful, 40-mile Conejos River Canyon where outdoor enthusiasts can fish, hunt and hike. The upper Conejos River offers excellent trout fishing and the lower part is good for rainbows, browns and the occasional northern pike. The Platoro Reservoir has wonderful fishing for browns, rainbows and some kokanee soon after the spring thaw and is stocked with rainbow trout in the summer. No matter the river or lake, fishermen will always have something biting their line in Conejos River Canyon area.

Antonito was once the "mainline" of the infant Denver and Rio Grande railroads. Today, Antonito is the main station for the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - the highest and longest narrow-gauge railroad in the North American continent - an authentic railroad trip to Chama, New Mexico, that brings Colorado history to the present day.

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Pictured: The Cumbres and Toltec Train which travels between Antonito, Colorado and Chama, New Mexico.
 

Nearby the town of Conejos boasts the oldest church in Colorado, Our Lady of Guadeloupe Church. The Rio Grand National Forest offers rolling hills, river canyons, and thick pine and aspen forests to explore.

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!

Antonito is near: Alamosa - CO, Chama-NM, Platoro-CO & Taos-NM

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Gateway to the San Luis Valley in south central, CO with attractions that are great for family vacations, outdoor enthusiasts, sportsmen, heritage travelers. Year-round adventure awaits you! Wildlife watching!
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Old-fashioned hospitality in Colorado's southern mountains. The Conejos River runs thru this 108 year old lodge, west of Antonito. Cabins with kitchens & lodge rooms with breakfast. Horses & pets welcome.
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Gateway to the San Luis Valley in south central, CO with attractions that are great for family vacations, outdoor enthusiasts, sportsmen, heritage travelers. Year-round adventure awaits you! Wildlife watching!
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Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad mutual link button on advertiser page
America's Highest & Longest Narrow Gauge Railroad explores 64 miles of wild & rugged territory along the Colorado/New Mexico border, traveling through tunnels, over trestles & deep into 2 National Forests.
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Guided snowmobile excursions into Cumbres & La Manga Pass areas. In summer rent an ATV and ride along the beautiful Conejos River. On Highway 17, between Antonito, CO and Chama, NM.
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Mogote Meadow Cabins & RV Park email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Modern cabins. Spacious campsites. 5 miles west of Antonito in beautiful, scenic Conejos Canyon, within 30 minutes of many trout fishing destinations. On 7 acres with grass and cottonwood trees.
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Narrow Gauge RR Inn & RV email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page vacation specials & packages
Train riders, hunters & fishermen welcome! In Antonito, Colorado a short walk to the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot we sell tickets! Modern motel rooms & RV park with full hookups.
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Ponderosa Campground & Cabins email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Mid-way between Antonito, Colorado and Chama, New Mexico along the Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic Byway. Beautiful combination of pine and cottonwood trees with the Conejos River running through it.
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BIG RIGS welcome - 60 foot drive-thrus sites! Camp in shade along Chama River in Chama, New Mexico along scenic Highway 17 and watch the train as it steams over the bridge by our campground.
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River's Inn & Swiss Cottage B&B email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Beautiful home, restored to its old glory, filled with antiques, fireplaces, and lead glass windows in downtown Antonito. Facilities for a small weddings or elopements. Fish the Rio Grande River.
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