Weston, Colorado
Top Spots in and near Weston
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Aguilar, Colorado
Hike West Spanish Peak
5.07.2 mi / 2.38 ft gainThe West Spanish Peak is best reached by way of CO Hwy 12, which connects south and west through the town of La Veta, Colorado. From Denver travel I-25 south to Walsenburg (about 3.5 hours). At Walsenburg take US 160 to CO 12 southwest through the towns of La Veta and Cuchara.Cordova Pass Trailhe...Read more -
La Veta, Colorado
Camp at Bear Lake
4.5There are two main campgrounds with enough room for RVs. A secret for dispersed campers, if the campgrounds are full, turn south on the dirt road by the lower campground and you can drop a tent anywhere. Caution as this turns into an extreme 4x4 trail within half a mile.From Walsenburg, take CO...Read more -
Raton, New Mexico
Rock Climb at Sugarite Canyon
Most ratings range from 5.7 to 5.11 with fewer 5.12. Only one climb in the whole area is bolted-- and that is a 5.10a. To get to this area it is about a 10 minute scramble through woods and boulders on a path that leads straight to the south facing wall.Driving through Raton, New Mexico exit at t...Read more -
Red River, New Mexico
Enchanted Forest Snowplay Area
Just above the town of Red River up Bobcat Pass is the Enchanted Forest. As you approach the top of the pass you’ll see signs that point you toward the forest into what looks like a neighborhood. Trust the signs and make the turn. Follow the main road up through the neighborhood and take your sec...Read more -
Red River, New Mexico
No Name Point
Not even a mile down Bitter Creek Rd, there’s a right-hand turn that takes you next to this spectacular rock outcropping. There's a little dirt parking area when you come down and around the turn that sits right next to Bitter Creek itself. It’d be a swell place hang out, play around on the roc...Read more -
Red River, New Mexico
Explore Mallette Park & Canyon
We stumbled upon this little gem as we were driving through town. This park is nestled right at the base of Mallette Canyon and has several features that becken a winter visit. Along the west side of the canyon, over the small green bridge in the park you will find yourself following along a quar...Read more -
Red River, New Mexico
Sledding in Red River
If you’re looking for an alternative winter activity to indulge your need for gravity sports, you may take the time to rent a sled from Sitzmark’s for $5 and head over to the library to take your chance at reviving your childhood spirit! Heading to the library at the east end of town, you can fin...Read more -
Red River, New Mexico
Hike the Red River Nature Trail
2 miThe Red River Nature Trail starts right in town next to the Platinum Lift off Pioneer Road. The trail travels 2 miles to Goose Lake Road. The hike itself can be taken as a two or four mile hike, depending on weather you access it point to point or out and back. We started the trail behind the vis...Read more -
Taos County, New Mexico
Ski Red River Ski Area
The resort itself, sits right in town, with 6 lifts. Two of the lifts come down to the river and access various parts of the town, it’s a place that makes you remember what skiing used to be like. The mountain has roughly 170 acres of skiable terrain, and appeals to those of all abilities. The u...Read more -
Colfax County, New Mexico
Hike to Clear Creek in Cimarron Canyon State Park
4.02.5 mi / 1000 ft gainHead North from Eagle Nest towards Cimarron, and about 7 miles (or less) on your right hand, you will find two big signs with a parking area on both sides of the road. If you park on the right side, walk on the inside of the guardrail until you find the trail head sign. If you parked on the left ...Read more -
Red River, New Mexico
Hike Colombine Trail
8.5 mi / 1935 ft gainThis moderate trail is accessed from the Columbine campground on Highway 38. It will be on your right side when traveling east from Questa. Drive to the back end of the campground, where there are several spaces for parking. The moderate version of this hike will travel about 4 miles south into t...Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Summit Little Bear Peak
12 mi / 5000 ft gainThis hike starts on Lake Como Road with the goal of eventually reaching Lake Como. If you have a modified 4WD car you can get all the way to the lake in it, but if you do not feel like risking damage to your vehicle park as low as you deem necessary to do that. Most 4WD stock vehicles can make ...Read more -
Lake Como Trailhead, Colorado
Summit Blanca and Ellingwood Peaks
7 mi / 6800 ft gainBlanca Peak is nestled at the heart (and the top) of a four peak ceiling located at the southern-most tip of Colorado's intimidating Sangre de Christo range. The peak is known for its impeccable 360 degree views, as you can see well over 100 miles in every direction thanks to Colorado's clean, c...Read more -
Gardner, Colorado
Mount Lindsey (CLOSED)
1.08.5 mi / 3300 ft gainNOTE: As of September 2021, Mount Lindsey has been closed to public access indefinitely. (Source) At 14,042 Mt. Lindsey is not one of the tallest 14ers, but it is a fun objective regardless. The Lily Lake trailhead can be somewhat difficult to access without a high clearance car, but most cars ...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Weston
Weston, Colorado
Purgatoire Campground
Overview
Purgatoire Campground is nestled near the headwaters of the Purgatoire River in the beautiful Culebra Range of the Sangre de Cri...
La Veta, Colorado
Blue Lake Campground
Overview
Blue Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 10,500 ft. Views of the nearby C...
La Veta, Colorado
Bear Lake Campground (Co)
Overview
Bear Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 10,480 ft. Views of the nearby C...
Raton, New Mexico
Raton KOA Journey
For more than a century, Raton has been a convenient stopping place along the path between Colorado and New Mexico. Now the "path" has tu...
Colfax County, New Mexico
Cimarron Campground
Overview
Cimarron Campground is located in the scenic Valle Vidal within Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico, at an elevation o...
Questa, New Mexico
Fawn Lakes Campground
Overview
Fawn Lakes Campground is located in Carson National Forest, one of a few campgrounds located along the scenic canyons of Red Riv...