On this trip, you get to visit multiple locations around the state known for their dark skies and jaw-dropping stargazing opportunities — is that Orion's Belt? The towns of Westcliffe, Silver Cliff, La Veta, Cuchara, Creede and Lake City are waiting to greet you with incredible hospitality during the day, too.
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This trail offers a breathtaking, moderate approach and views of some of Colorado's most beautiful lakes. Along the hike is a magnificent waterfall,…
Family friendly in Westcliffe. Plan your next get-together here. Occasional live entertainment, casual cocktail area. Take out available.
For nearly 60 years, Jim Bishop constructed one of the most impressive monuments to perseverance in Colorado. Bishop castle is a monumental statue…
Open year round. Quaint mountain cabins nestled among pines and aspens and bordered by San Isabel National Forest with its famous Rainbow Trail to the…
The Smokey Jack Observatory boasts a retractable roof and a 14-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with computer-guided pointing and tracking to view…
If the observatory is packed, head to DeWeese Reservoir.
Dark Skies Vacations helps travelers experience amazing views from comfortable vacation homes. During the day explore views of nearby wildlife, verdant…
If you're looking for amazing coffee in our tiny town, Candy's is the place to be! More than a coffee shop - Coffee, Tea, Espresso, Gazpacho, Veggie…
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…
Charlie's has been locally owned and operated in La Veta Colorado since 1937. We are a full-service grocery store with a soda fountain.
La Veta may be small and laid-back, but it’s also the Spanish Peaks Region's art hub. Galleries featuring local, national and international artists…
Each evening, we offer a delicious selection from our menu choices of lamb, steak, chicken, seafood or vegetarian complemented with fresh vegetables…
Located at the top of La Veta Pass, this district is not only a fantastic place to see the stars but also a place filled with history and several historic…
This isn't your basic franchise cookie cutter property. Originally built as the La Veta Hotel and featuring the ledger in the lobby dating back to 1883,…
Delight in breakfast classics like packed breakfast burritos, decadent pancakes and more.
Travel beneath the iconic Spanish Peaks on the Highway of Legends Scenic Byway while listening to an audio tour that tells stories of historic cities…
Long considered the heart and soul of the Cuchara Valley, Dog Bar & Grill is the place to enjoy lunch on the outdoor deck with your favorite…
The park is roughly 50 acres, mostly at the base of the old ski resort.
Each evening, we offer a delicious selection from our menu choices of lamb, steak, chicken, seafood or vegetarian complemented with fresh vegetables…
Located right next to one another, Blue Lake and Bear Lake Campgrounds offer the best stargazing around. Be amazed by the night sky shimmering off the…
Enjoy a trail ride on horseback, flyfishing and delicious barbecue - all without leaving the ranch! Serving families Western hospitality for 87…
Authentic New Mexican and international food in the European tradition. A small restaurant with an even smaller kitchen produces clean, quality, from…
Because the dunes and surrounding mountains are designated wilderness, this is a great place to enjoy unspoiled natural beauty in a variety of ways…
Casual cafe' serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in Alamosa.
Cut from the rock face by glaciers and scoured by millennia of rushing water, cold water crashes through a 30 ft. cleft in the rock walls. The falls…
BBQ Restaurant, Food Truck, and catering company that serves championship winning smoked meat on a daily basis! We will cater any event, any size!
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An evening at Great Sand Dunes can include exploring dunes under a full moon, viewing thousands of stars on a clear night, listening for owls along…
The newly renovated Dunes Inn offers personal, small-town hospitality with budget-friendly rates. It's within walking distance of Alamosa restaurants,…
Drink Coffee....Love Others! Milagros Coffeehouse not only serves a full line of delicious espresso and coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods,…
Pop into galleries and spiritual centers found throughout town.
Our Food Is Art dishes up tacos, sandwiches, burgers, salads, Colorado craft beer and wine, plus vegan options and a kids menu.
Strap on your hiking boots for this difficult trail that provides spectacular views in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness.
Juanitos Mexican Kitchen offers you a world of authentic Mexican food right in the state of Colorado. Family owned and operated since 1995, we offer…
The watchtower is a 10-foot-tall viewing platform that takes advantage of the remote area’s high elevation. Pass the time with your eyes on the sky,…
Just outside the town of Crestone and nestled in the heart of the Mystic San Luis Valley, Crestone Casitas is welcoming retreat on 40 spacious acres…
While the platform at the UFO Watchtower was built for spotting UFOs, it's not a bad place to check out the stars on a clear night.
Bristol Head Bakery in Creede offers fresh, made from scratch pastries, pies, cakes and cookies. Custom orders are available with advance notice.
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Learn about stopeing, what Lymers are, blacksmithing, mucking, blasting and assaying, all underground in the cool heart of the mountain. Twenty-two…
Kip's Grill started operating out of a caboose on the side of the Highway in Del Norte, Colorado in 1996. The goal was to create seriously fresh,…
One of the most astounding geologic sites in Colorado, the area is accessed by hiking a 7-mile trail or driving a 14-mile 4WD road. The 640 acre…
An old-fashioned American vacation destination with modern riverside cabins, rooms, RVs, private fishing and riverside dining.
This picnic site sits on the shore of Love Lake and is a secluded place to check out the stars.
Tucked into the slender Goose Creek Valley of the San Juan Mountains, this historic Colorado guest ranch truly is "one of Colorado's last perfect places…
Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at this local spot in Creede.
Weaves past valleys and peaks in the San Juan Mountains connecting the towns of South Fork, Creede and Lake City and ending at Blue Mesa reservoir.…
Live music venue hosting a diverse lineup of performances.
Kayak or stand-up paddleboard your way around Lake San Cristobal. If you need to rent equipment, Sportsman Outdoors is a great local joint.
Elevated comfort food and craft cocktails served with attentive, friendly service.
An initiative is underway to have a sixty-acre parcel near Lake City designated as a Dark Sky Park by the International Dark-Sky Association. In the…
G&M Cabins is centrally located in downtown Lake City. Our cabins are completely furnished with kitchens, 1 or 2 bedrooms, private baths…
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