This is a great, little park that has a large open field and places to sit and watch the sunset. It…read moreis right next to the Smokey Jack Observatory where you can sit on a bench at night and see the most incredible display of the stars. Five stars because there are clean bathrooms and plenty of parking.

Beautiful breathtaking drive! Recommend if height and sheer drop off in both sides is not a…read moreproblem, take your time and enjoy the epic view

This is a great drive narrow one way foad.DO NOT GO if you are afraid of heights…read more As far as hiking it it is steep and rocky lots of cactus . If you stay on the road way watch for car and step off pavement about half way up from entrance you will see dinosaur footprints and fossils in the rocks way cool.take water with you it will be needed

This trek was absolutely awesome! My cousin who loves llamas booked it for us while my family was…read morein town and it was amazing. The location is stunning, great views of the mountains. Brianna and her daughter were the best guides. They really love their farm and take care of their animals, their souls are 100% in this. Looking forward to doing another trek with them in the future!

Had the joy and pleasure of meeting Briana and the llamas earlier today for a short trek and a look…read moreat a new baby llama. Briana was incredibly accommodating (to my restrictive schedule), friendly, and such a delight to be around. It was super exciting to learn all about them (she fielded my ridiculous laundry list of questions with ease) and still managed to ask all about me. Magic! I enjoyed walking Patriot (the llama) around the area. I was a little skeptical, but he was super well behaved and the perfect companion. After we walked Patriot around, Briana and her lovely husband collected the adorable baby llama for me to pet. He felt like clouds and it filled my quota for cuteness for the year. I highly recommend taking a trek with Briana! (10/10)

This short hike to the falls was one of the most worthwhile mini adventures taken in a long long…read moretime... The reward was this magical ice covered masterpiece of nature... We got super lucky with our timing and caught the falls in one of the most amazing moments.... Do not pass this one up...

A 30 foot frozen falls await you up a fairly steep one mile trail that has lots of rocks and plenty…read moreof ice/snow melt in late March. Be sure to wear shoes/boots with good grips for the trail. The hike is well worth it. As I approached the falls, the sound was just surreal as I could hear the water flowing below the frozen ice from the falls. There is also a beautiful blue glow from the frozen falls. A must see if you are near the Great Sand Dunes National Park.

Beautiful spot to chill and relax after you survive the gravel road to get there. Rustic…read moreaccommodations. Wildlife abounds and is so used to people they get very close.

Sad to hear that Thomas no longer enjoys this place but everyone I've spoken to (all long times…read more10/20 year members) are lifers. The ethos behind this place is respect & preservation. "Naturalism" (aka nudism) was one of the founders aims & it's common to see folks not only speaking, but hiking up the trails au natural. And the trails are amazing, as are the views, the springs, the Astronomy pad, the very kind staff, & the wildlife viewing. Along with the keeping it natural vibe, is the dedication to keeping it affordable & family friendly. Cabins & bunk house with shared no frills bathrooms & showers, a well equipped camper kitchen & VERY affordable rates are all part of this effort. Personally, I appreciate the rules & the emphasis on everyone being responsible for making this a comfortable, safe & welcome space for all. Anytime I'm in the neighborhood, I'll be back. Check the website for details on accommodation, fees, pets, etc...

A truly remarkable landscape that must be experienced. These are the tallest sand dunes in North…read moreAmerica. Yes, in Colorful Colorado!!! My first trip to Great Sand Dunes National Park was in February of this year. It completely exceeded my expectations. No, it's not classic Colorado. Yes, I visited in the off season (more people should do this!) Minimal crowds meant having most of the park to myself. I rented a sandboard in Alamosa and sandboarded down the dunes. Only $20 at Kristi Mountain Sports! Talk about a thrilling experience! Totally recommend doing this if you're craving an adventure. All you have to be cautious of are the weather conditions, specifically wind. I watched the forecast like a hawk and tailored my visit accordingly. The two popular hikes to experience the dunes are High Dune and Star Dune, with the latter being the tallest. Now you know I'm a hiker and that I grew up near the ocean...but hiking on sand??? Not for the faint of heart! I made it up to High Dune and ran out of water and decided it was best to head back. Incredible views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. At a few points I was completely surrounded by dunes and that was a feeling I never thought I'd experience! Visiting at sunrise the following morning was spectacular. I was the only one in the trailhead parking lot! The pink skies over the dunes and mountains was a special combination. I hiked the Dunes Overlook Trail afterwards and I'd recommend it since you get to see the park from a higher vantage point. I also saw 25 deer on trail, no I'm not exaggerating! This was the adventure of a lifetime. Go play in Colorado's sandbox, you'll be surprised how much you enjoy it! Can't wait to come back!

Looking for something different than skiing down a mountain in Colorado!? You should visit the sand…read moredunes- definitely a bit more physically challenging but once you get to the sand dunes and get to sled down the dunes it's so much fun! We rented sleds from a place just half a mile down the road. They give super clear instructions on how to use them!

Excellent service. Awesome waterside campsites, fire pits, water views, bathroos, showers (with hot…read morewater), trees everywhere, small cabins available as well..... A MUST if you're a fan life peraon, car camper, or RV no d of peraon. This place is LOVELY.

My fiancé and I had a wonderful time camping here over Labor Day weekend. The tent sites are first…read morecome first serve and we got in a little late so we had to camp across the river. Definitely takes some work to get camp set up over the bridge but definitely worth it for the privacy! We brought our dog and she had a wonderful time. Gavin was an amazing host and even sells firewood for a reasonable price. Bathrooms are average for camping sites. Overall we had a phenomenal experience with an unbeatable price tag!

We are locals and ventured here on the motorcycle during a weekday when it was not tourist season…read moreand IT WAS PERFECT! Loved it, it was beautiful and PEACEFUL, and we will definitely come back here again!

The hike was only about a mile to get there and back. And the views were great the entire time…read more There's a small waterfall and area to swim as well as cliffs to jump into the water. The cliffs are very high and there are rocks at the bottom so bring shoes and be safe. The water was also freezing but super refreshing.

A beautiful mountain park, just a short drive from Pueblo, Colorado; Totally worth the drive. A…read moregreat place to escape to for some stillness and to re-connect with nature. Great programs for people of all ages, especially kids! Dave and the rest of his staff is great at what they do. They also have very nice trails. They even offer mountain wedding venue services and overnight packages for other groups.

From the owner: Located in the Beulah Valley, the Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center Mountain Park Campus offers…read more611 acres of hiking trails filled with Ponderosa Pines and streams. Home to the Horseshoe Lodge, overnight lodging is available with a variety of beautiful floor plans to choose from. A self-service continental breakfast is provided for all lodge guests.

A wonderful and welcome place to stop since the nearby City of Walsenburg issued a disaster…read moredeclaration and homes and businesses were without water. Glad the state park was open.

Fantastic state park! Two lakes, swim beach, camping and picnic facilities. We've seen bears and…read moredeer. Caught catfish, muskie, rainbows and browns.