Alamosa County

Where to camp: San Luis State Park is located 15 miles west of Great Sand Dunes National Park, San Luis State Park features views of San Luis Lake, the Great Sand Dunes and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The campground provides water and hot showers, which we enjoyed after a day of hiking the dunes. Reserve your campsite here.If you're making this a couple day trip, here's a guide to a few g...

Zapata Falls Trail Extended Route is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Mosca, Colorado.

Zapata Falls and North Fork South Zapata Creek is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Mosca, Colorado.

South Zapata Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Mosca, Colorado.

Driving towards the Sand Dunes, you will see a sign marker that indicates the road up to Zapata Falls. Turn right onto the road a follow it for about 2 miles until you hit the parking lot at the top. The road is in pretty rough condition so if your car doesn't have high clearance make sure you take it slow. Once you reach the parking lot, you will see an 10ft sign indicating the trail head. You...

Ellingwood Point via Lake Como Road is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Mosca, Colorado.

Blanca 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, crisp, thin air. The entire hike is roughly 17 miles round trip and should be done in two days. Ambi...

Lake Como is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Eagle, Colorado.

Ellingwood Point and Blanca Peak is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Alamosa, Colorado.