Other area attractions are easily reached from the Cuchara Valley. Some suggestions...
Rio
Grande Scenic Railroad: Your
next great adventure! Don't miss
Colorado's newest scenic train, the Rio Grande Scenic
Railroad. Opens late MAY thru
mid OCTOBER. Be sure to attend one of the High
Altitude Concert Series with Michael Martin Murphy.
Soaring 14,000 peaks. Dramatic mountain passes. Abundant wild
life. Steep cliffs and colorful canyons. Miles of historic mountain
rails. Charming mountain towns. (877) 726-RAIL
Highway
of Legends: One of the most scenic drives in Colorado, Hwy 12 south
of Cuchara goes past Monument and North Lakes (great fishing), through several
old mining towns, and past Trinidad Reservoir before reaching Trinidad.
Great Sand Dunes
National Monument: About 60 miles
from the Cuchara Valley along Hwy 160 west of La Veta, the Great Sand Dunes
offer the chance to spend a day at the beach in the mountains.
Taos, New Mexico: An old Spanish town, Taos is well known as an art
colony. Also plan on visiting the Taos Indian Pueblo.
Lake Isabel: Lake Isabel is a
beautiful lake in the San Isabel National Forest near Greenhorn Mountain. It's a
great place to fish and picnic.
Royal Gorge: Colorado's natural wonder. Just outside of Canon City off of Hwy 50 northwest of
Cuchara, the Royal Gorge is crossed by the world's highest suspension
bridge. Many things to see and enjoy, including an amusement park.
Colorado Springs. From the Garden of the Gods to Pikes Peak, this area has
lots to see and do. Also, Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs are full
of charm.
Cripple Creek. Once a gold mining town, it now is one of Colorado's few
towns where gambling is legal. Enjoy a leisurely drive to Cripple Creek
via the south scenic road through the mountains.