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

One of a kind Experience! Highly recommend for a group of all ages. We did this with the wedding…read moreparty on the morning of the rehearsal in Westcliffe for my son's wedding and everyone had a great time!

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!

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...

We stopped at Great Sand Dunes National Park during a scenic drive to Durango and were impressed by…read moreits unique landscape. The massive dunes set against the surrounding mountain range create spectacular views unlike anything else in Colorado. The visitor center was well maintained, with clean restrooms, an informative museum, and had a short film highlighting the dune ecosystem. There is also a large gift shop, though prices were on the higher side. While I would not consider it a destination on its own, it is absolutely worth a stop if you're traveling through this part of the state. Note: No vehicles of any type are allowed on the dunes.

Great Sand Dunes National Park is otherworldly and honestly one of the most unique landscapes to be…read moreexperiences in North America. It's a bit of a smaller park in terms of trails and not going to be like RMNP so make sure you know what you're getting into. We planned our trip for May when the creek is usually flowing and the dunes are optimal for sledding. Unfortunately for us we hit a patch of bad weather and it was drizzling our whole day spent here. Additionally the park is experiencing a dry spell and the creek that is usually flowing in May was still dry. C'est la vie! We still had a blast climbing the dunes, letting the kids play in the sand, and taking in the views. To be honest the views are the best part - it's incredible to see these dunes and learn more about the history of the landscape in this region of Colorado. We didn't get to sled as the conditions were not ideal for it but we plan on someday returning and doing the full experience. If you're on the fence about coming here it's well worth a visit!

I don't typically leave reviews, but you've got to be warned. This place was a dump. Bathrooms…read morewere filthy and insect filled. My guess would be never cleaned either. Campsite had broken crap everywhere, picnic table had a huge hole in it, campfire had old rusty grill parts in it.

mixed feelings about this campground, we had one of the double cabins close to the river, which was…read morebasically a box with a bed and electricity. No private bathroom or running water or sink.. I'm not sure where the money goes This campground earns because they sure don't put it into the upkeep of their grounds. Deteriorating picnic tables, burned out campfire rings, dirty exterior of cabins, broken patio furniture, dock with uneven curling boards, dog poop everywhere along the river.... the bridge crossing over to the tent side of the campground seemed to be stable. And several mornings there was no toilet paper in the bathroom, also not sure why you would want to carpet a campground bathroom, but there is carpet . Highway 50 runs right next to the campground so you hear traffic, the river is beautiful and clean. I would seek another campground in the area before I stayed at Sweetwater again

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.