Ft. Garland, San Luis and Costilla County
"Where Colorado Began"
Communities: Blanca, Ft. Garland, San Luis
You stand at waters' edge of a high desert lake. Mountains encircle you, extending as far as you can see. A summer storm leaves a double rainbow framing distant peaks.
You are in Costilla County, a place in splendored isolation. 1200 square miles dotted with historic villages, threaded by dusty, winding roads.
Come immerse yourself in a unique culture. Families here are welcoming Colorado's 7th generation. Costillans speak 21st century English, and Spanish steeped in 17th century dialect. Costilla was shaped by the Sangre de Cristo mountains, the Rio Grande--and early visitors. Ancient Indians, conquistadors, Mexican colonists, and American pioneers came. You’re most welcome too!
Elk, deer, black bears and mountain lions wander our mountains. Relish the zen of fly fishing? Streams and lakes abound in cutthroat, rainbow, browns and pike. For the mountaineer, nine of Colorado's famous "14ers" grace our Great San Luis Valley. Four are in Costilla County.
Visit the artists' village of Jaroso. Explore Fort Garland, once commanded by Kit Carson. Find spiritual renewal in the bronzes of the internationally acclaimed Stations of the Cross Shrine in San Luis, Colorado's oldest town. Experience the grandeur of the Sand Dunes National Monument near Blanca.
A seeming century or two away from the outside world, Costilla County offers the experience of a lifetime. Come see where Colorado Began!
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Lamar's 124th Birthday! Celebrate the history and progress of this quaint rural town on the Santa ...
Lamar's 124th Birthday! Celebrate the history and progress of this quaint rural town on the Santa ...
5 K Race & 1 Mile Walk starts at 8:30 AM on Saturday, May 15, 2010. All day family fun with a bic...
Event will take place May 15 & 16. Take a trip back in time when mountain men and women would come...
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will feature t...
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will featur...
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will featur...
Watch Children 8-18 compete in Rodeo events Free, Fun, Family Entertainment June 4-6 Come Join ...
Arts, crafts, live music, food and activities in picturesque Cole Park, Alamosa
Contestants from age 5-18 compete in Barrell Racing, Bull Riding, Goat Tying, Tie Down Roping, Fla...
Arts & Craft Fair 10:00am - 4:00pm Live Music 9:00 - 10:30am Amatuer Axe Throwing 10:00am Loggi...
You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown June 18-Sept. 18 at 1 and 7 p.m. - See website for days. Ticket...
This event is for children 4-16, Pre-Registration is requested!!
Event will take place June 19&20. Join the Arkansas Valley Flywheelers for this annual event as th...
Admission to the park is free for all Fathers.
Little Britches Rodeo, team roping, bull riding, and demolition derby, along with the famous Honey...
Little Britches Rodeo, team roping, bull riding, and demolition derby, along with the famous Honey...
Learn how to catch, clean and cook a trout. Door Prizes!!
Incredible handmade art quilts grace the storefronts of downtown Alamosa.
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will featur...
Parade, Fire Dept. Lunch, Duck Race, Street Dance, Fireworks and plenty of fun!
Event will run July 3rd through the 5th. Live entertainment
Join the Alamosa community in this good, old fashioned, down home celebration. Pancake breakfast,...
For anyone interested in design, architecture, structure, can come tour kitchens of different home...
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