The Best Hiking in Alamosa County
Looking for the best hiking in Alamosa County? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Alamosa County. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top hiking spots in and near Alamosa County
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Hooper, Colorado
Camp at Mosca Campground
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 d...Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Zapata Falls Trail Extended Route
5.99 mi / 1398 ft gainZapata Falls Trail Extended Route is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Zapata Falls and North Fork South Zapata Creek
7.87 mi / 3271 ft gainZapata Falls and North Fork South Zapata Creek is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
South Zapata Lake Trail
8.96 mi / 3012 ft gainSouth Zapata Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more -
Alamosa County, Colorado
Zapata Falls
4.70.5 mi / 150 ft gainDriving 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 ta...Read more -
Alamosa, Colorado
Ellingwood Point via Lake Como Road
19.14 mi / 6289 ft gainEllingwood Point via Lake Como Road is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Mosca, Colorado.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 -
Mosca, Colorado
Ellingwood Point and Blanca Peak
13.73 mi / 5262 ft gainEllingwood Point and Blanca Peak is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Alamosa, Colorado.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 -
Mosca, Colorado
Hike High Dune at Great Sand Dunes National Park
4.82.5 mi / 700 ft gainThe Great Sand Dunes are one the most unique landscapes in Colorado. These massive dunes are the tallest sand dunes in North America. Hiking these dunes can be very difficult, but well worth the amazing views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. If you plan on visiting in the summer, be sure t...Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Sand Dunes Loop Trail
5.03 mi / 650 ft gainSand Dunes Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Wellington Ditch Trail
1.91 mi / 171 ft gainWellington Ditch Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Montville Nature Trail
0.48 mi / 102 ft gainMontville Nature Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more -
Alamosa County, Colorado
Mosca Pass Trail, Great Sand Dunes NP
5.06.49 mi / 1549 ft gainThe Mosca Pass trail is an (approx) 6.5 mile out and back hike that takes you through beautiful ponderosa and aspen forests to summit 1500 above the start. The trailhead parking is the first left after the Great Sand Dunes visitor center. It is a moderate hike, but allow for several hours, as the...Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Pinion Flats Campground Trail
1 mi / 89 ft gainPinion Flats Campground Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more