We did the sunset 4Hr ride on July 16th. The ride was a blast lots of wildlife and amazing views…read more The guide, Justin, was awesome and super knowledgeable, he made the ride a lot of fun. If you do the sunset BRING INSULATED JACKETS!!! We made the mistake of only bringing a pullover and it got very cold, thankfully Justin had blankets for us! 100% recommend!!

Went on an awesome ATV ride in the Creede area yesterday with Mountain Skillz. I would highly…read morerecommend Matt as your guide! They are the only company in this area with permits to ride through national forests. They provided everything we needed to have a great ride and Matt is a knowledgeable guide, good with kids, and very experienced. We saw wildlife, including a bull moose, elk, and mule deer. We traversed some awesome trails that could not be accessed by anything less than an ATV. After this experience we will be hiring Matt every year we that we come this way. Can't wait to try snow mobiling with him.

We spent 3 days up here volunteering with some of my high school age girl scouts…read more Our experience far exceeded anything that we could have ever imagined. M:W just experienced some flooding so they were in a bit of stress and chaos when we were there. some of the fencing and structures came down and got tore up. As a volunteer camping, we needed to be there between 9 and noon. We arrived around 1030. The road to get there is a little rough. We did it in my honda pilot AWD and my coleader had her highlander. Some pot holes, ruts and jutting rocks so just be prepared. If it has been rainy the road will be even rougher to get up and down as will be slick. Cows around there dont have fences so be sure to take it easy when driving so you dont accidentally hit any animals. We were greeted upon arrival, and assigned a long term volunteer who they call staff to give us a tour. Iyla did a great job with giving us information and showing us around. Kent was doing an education talk right after that and we were all so glad that we attended. It was so informative and interesting! We did get to go meet a couple of the wolves after which was beyond anything we had imagined. After the talk, we went down to our camp area to set up. And when we were done we came back up the road and they set us up with some tasks. We worked until around 830 pm and headed back to our site. The next 2 days we did more volunteering. Also got to watch the wolves feed. And do a little more interaction with them. Everyones volunteer experience may be different but ours was absolutely amazing! It was something we had to set up in advance with them as they have limited space. You are supposed to bring your own tent, sleeping bags, etc when staying on site. We all had an amazing time and will be back next year to volunteer again! The organization really takes care of their animals and has a lot of heart and soul.

The staff was very respectful of the wolves and spent a great deal of time educating us. I was one…read moreof the lucky ones a wolf greeted. My only concern is that admission is free. With increasing cost of food, vet care and maintaining the massive grounds, even a small entrance fee would help. Please be careful not to confuse Mission Wolf with Wolf Mission which has had some negative reviews.

Kyle showed us an awesome time around the park and the preserve! He was super helpful when…read morecommunicating and planning our trip to make sure everything was what we wanted. During the excursion, he and Adrian set a casual but comfortable vibe with attention to detail! The tour started with donuts and coffee from the back of the jeep while adjusting the jeep to make my mom's spot more smooth of a ride. Kyle was very knowledgeable about the area and kept us entertained with his facts and stories our whole tour. Highly recommend booking with them--they're a great, local company!

WOW!! This tour was so much fun and a great way to learn the history of Cripple Creek and Victor…read more The tour is 90 minutes long and covers Cripple Creek, Victor and the gold mine overlook. Along the tour local historical characters, in period dress, jump on and off the trolly giving a brief and often humorous short talk. This was a great deal for only $10. They also gave us free water LOL.

What a wonderful way to learn about Cripple Creek and Victor. So much fun. Local characters…read morejoining us along the way made it very exciting. Two hours packed with information provided by our tour guides. Very reasonable and so much fun. Highly recommend you take advantage of this wonderful tour.

Board the train was easy. There were convenient restrooms and gift shops at the station. There was…read morea canteen bar for snacks and drinks inside the train, as well as restroom was also convenient. A guide was available to explain what we were seeing. The views were fantastic! There was a stop midway, for a delicious buffet lunch. There was an open car for outdoor viewing. Windows easily opened.

This was a very interesting train ride with awesome scenery and some interesting facts. The lunch…read morebuffet halfway through the ride was as good as it gets. They offered all types of food for varied diets

LOVE THIS PLACE! We enjoyed the bridge walk; the movie; and the visitor center. Gail was a bit…read moresour as she helped with a pre purchased season pass but overall, the people there were friendly and helpful.

We did the aerial gondola. I was not very brave to try out the various rides, so I rode on this…read moreride only. The price for admission did not include all the rides. Beyond the gondola, each ride cost another whopping $50 or so, and if the winds are high, you might pay for the ride, but never go on.

Cute little spot that serves as a restaurant, gift shop, and sandboard rental all in one! We…read morestopped by for breakfast and ordered the 2 egg breakfast and the breakfast burrito. The food and service were both perfect--really hit the spot! There were a few pesky flies around, but considering it's a multifunctional space, I think they're doing the best they can. Overall, a charming and convenient place to fuel up before or after hitting the dunes! We did rent a sand board and that was totally worth it!

I went camping here with my family over the weekend and really enjoyed it. We had our choice of…read morecampsites, as it was not very busy. It's only 40 minutes from Alamosa, and tent camping is affordable at $30/night. There are a lot of little campsites scattered among the piñon pines. Most have a fire ring built up with stones and a picnic table. There's also an insulated boxcar that has been converted into restrooms with flushing toilets and sinks with running water. You get spectacular views of the San Luis Valley, the Great Sand Dunes, and the Milky Way. GSD is a dark sky park, so this is a great destination if you love stargazing. I have a feeling we'll be back, because all the little campsites make it a perfect place for camping with friends.

A Magical, Mind-Opening Night Under the Stars…read more We arrived not quite sure what to expect--just a hunch that Crestone would be the ideal setting for some UFO-gazing. What we experienced with The Sky Experience was so much more than we imagined! From the very beginning, Nate was an exceptional host and guide--warm, knowledgeable, and deeply tuned in. He made sure we were completely comfortable, even relocating us to a better spot to avoid the seasonal mosquito swarm (a thoughtful touch that didn't go unnoticed!). What really set this experience apart was Nate's storytelling and insights. They were grounded and accessible, yet filled with a sense of curiosity and awe that made us feel both humbled and inspired. As we looked up into the vast sky, surrounded by the natural magic of Crestone, it felt like we were tapping into something bigger than ourselves. We saw so much activity in the night sky--it's hard to even describe--but Nate's guidance helped us interpret and truly appreciate it all. I'll absolutely be returning the next time I'm in the area. If you're even remotely curious about the cosmos, consciousness, or just want to do something unique and unforgettable, don't miss this experience.

This was an amazing experience! Nate was so helpful and knowledgable AND... we saw many UFOs! We…read morecame to Crestone primarily to have this sky experience and he delivered! We will be back.

I wrote a review for the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad in Chama, NM…read more The same railroad has a depot in Antonito, CO, so here goes a similar review... My daughters, significant other, and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. We were in Antonito, CO by 8AM to checkin as I was notified to be so we could ride about one hour to Chama, NM, via charter bus. We took this route since my SO lives near Antonito. As soon as we arrived at the train station, we had enough time for a restroom break which had a super long line of older women - just being truthful - LOL, then it was all aboard engine #484. Keep in mind, there are restrooms on the train. Our first docent in deluxe car B was awesome! She was funny. Pointed out features and historical facts in a timely manner. She had breakfast pastries out for us before we sat down. The docent we had after lunch at the halfway point was terrible. I spent most of my time standing with the breeze in my hair in the gondola car. The precipitation the landscape received as of June 27, 2024, made the ride much more enjoyable. It was gorgeous. The buffet lunch at Osier was surprisingly delicious. It was prepared by a women's group. Two adult and two child tickets for the whole ordeal was not cheap: $711.90 which included historical preservation fees in addition to other fees. I only wish the chairs were more comfortable and adult beverages could be bought and drank in the deluxe cars. We arrived back in Antonito at about 4:30PM. I probably won't do it again for a long time if ever again, but I have amazing photos of my daughters and memories I hope I'll not soon forget. Highly recommend.

Some argue more scenic than the Durango train. I would disagree but this is definitely scenic. My…read moretrip in mid October traveled through the high mesa country along the New Mexico -Colorado border area with trees in bright yellows. I started at Antonito CO then traveled to Osier for lunch before continuing into Chama NM and riding the bus back. The narrow gauge allowed for sharper turns and numerous picture opportunities of the engine in action. The train twists its way up the side of a mesa before heading high above a second valley floor. Occasional rock cuts plus a few tunnels add to the journey. But for most it's the chugging of the locomotive, the swaying of the car and the lack of cell phone coverage that makes this trip relaxing. At Osier the train pulls onto a siding where it is greeted by the eastbound out of Chama. Here passengers are treated to a lunch of pulled pork, roasted chicken, salads, beans, potatoes and dessert. Once full you board either the continuation of your original train or head back to where you came. The trip lasts approximately 6.5 hours including the hour four lunch and travels about 65 miles. Elevations range from the bottom at 7500 feet to Cumbres Pass at just above 10,000 feet. There is an open air car, snack car and people are free to stand on the end platforms of each car. The bus option take 1:05 to get from one depot to the other. Mine was after the trip but one could get it done early in the morning as well. I suggest doing the whole run and use the bus. It's an all-around great trip. Grumpy old man note: young kids will love this trip for about an hour. Then they are going between cars and trying to overcome boredom. If traveling with kids too young to just sit and watch for hours then I recommend the shortest trip option available.