Westcliffe - South Central Colorado

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Scenic wildflowers, wet mountains near Westcliffe, Colorado, The CVD
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When silver was king in 1881, the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad expanded from Canon City west and built Westcliffe. After silver went bust, Westcliffe managed to hang on as a ranching and farming community. Silver ore was first discovered in black stained cliffs in 1878.

The new Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway connect Rye/San Isabel, Westcliffe and Colorado City/Pueblo via Colorado Highways 165 and 96.

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SUGGESTED STOPS ON THE FRONTIER PATHWAYS
SCENIC AND HISTORIC BYWAY

Be sure to stop and see The Colfax Colony Experiment 4.5 miles south on SH69. Carl Wulsten formed this German Colony bringing 100 families from Chicago in March 1871 by December the colony fell apart. The "Westcliff" Schoolhouse, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located on 4th street, was dedicated on Christmas Eve 1891. No one knows why the school name, still visible above the door as "Westcliff" spelled without the 'e'. Mingus Homestead, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located on Forest Service Road 383 near mile marker 11, stay to the right when the road forks, about 1 mile off Highway 165. The town of Ula is nothing more than a cemetery and cabin you can see from Highway 69 near mile marker 63.2. Ula was the first settlement in the valley boasting a post office, general store and hotel.

Just north of town is Lake DeWeese, in the bowl of the Wet Mountain Valley, which offers fishing and water sports. Grape Creek, which flows below the reservoir, has rainbow and brown trout. Lake Isabel, in the San Isabel National Forest, is ideal for picnicking, fishing and hiking. Lakes of the Clouds, at 11,200', are accessible by four-wheel drive or hiking in 5 miles. But the trip is worth it as the remote beaver ponds below the lakes have brook and cutthroat trout while the upper lake has rainbow trout.

In the winter, try cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in the area.

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Westcliffe is near: Royal Gorge & San Isabel

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Alpine Lodge - Dinner Restaurant, Lounge, Cabins & Special Events email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Quaint mountain cabins near Westcliffe, nestled among pines. Borders San Isabel National Forest with its famous Rainbow Trail into the high country. Peaceful atmosphere and good food - Prime rib nightly.
 
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Antler Motel, General Store & Liquor mutual link button on advertiser page
In downtown Westcliffe with phones, satellite TV & WI-FI. Along the Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway. In the winter cross-country ski and snowshoe. Special rates during hunting season!
 
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Golden Corner Suites photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Ten spacious comfortable suites with full size kitchens, settled in the picturesque Wet Mountain Valley between the Wet Mountains to the east, and the Majestic Sangre De Cristo Mountains just to the west.
 
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Historic Pines Ranch vacation specials & packages mutual link button on advertiser page
100 years of quality family vacations, exceptional scenery and excellent horses in Westcliffe. 2,3&4 night weekend packages -- May, early June, late August & September. 1-1/2 hours from Colorado Springs.
 
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Our Rosita Retreat photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page location map sub-page available on business page
This secluded, 1940's vacation cabin (3 bedroom, 2 bath) on 43 acres near San Isabel National Forest is "A Lovely Place To Stay". Relax in the quiet of the Sangre de Cristos Mountain Range year round.
 
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When you choose the road to Custer County Colorado, you choose the road less traveled. There's not a traffic light in the entire county - we don't have traffic - unless you count antelope, deer and elk.
 
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Shining Mountain Rentals photos on advertiser page
We love kids, so bring the family! In Westcliffe with views of the Sangre de Cristos and Wet Mountain Ranges. Whatever your interests or seasonal preferences, we have just the place for you! Rent an ATV!
 
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A charming cottage getaway for two nestled in ponderosa pines with spa treatments, private hot tub, continental breakfast & views of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. In Westcliffe an hour from Canon City.
 
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W Ranch, The email link button on advertiser page
Two vacation rentals on 120 acres an 1-1/2 hours from Colorado Springs sandwiched between the Wet and Sangre de Cristo Mountain ranges in Westcliffe these homes offer solitude and outdoor adventure.
 
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Wet Mountain RV Park & Cabins photos on advertiser page email link button on advertiser page new listing with The Colorado Vacation Directory
We think you will find what we have to offer will make your stay with us very pleasant! "The Park with views in all directions!" Enjoy the small town of Westcliffe as a base camp for the Royal Gorge area.
 
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