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RIO GRANDE COUNTY AREA

Communities:  Del Norte, Monte Vista, South Fork

Rio Grande Country is located along the Rio Grande River at the beginning of its 1885 mile journey to the Gulf of Mexico. Located within the nearly 2 million acres of the Rio Grande National Forest, the area is rich in mineral, timber, wildlife and scenery, perfect for a getaway trip any time of the year.

Within this County you will find three unique southern Colorado towns:

South Fork is home to the "Headwaters of the Rio Grande" with plenty of Gold Medal Fishing. This Town is also known for its year round recreations, from Hiking and 4-Wheeling in the summer to Skiing, and Snowmobiling in the winter. Plus amazing fall colors that flourish along the Silver Thread Scenic Byway.

Del Norte, is the gateway to history and culture, featuring Rock Climbing, Mtn. Biking and a unique downtown shopping experience and the home of the Rio Grande County Museum and Cultural Center. This area is also known for its geological wonders including Penitente Canyon and the Natural Arch.

Monte Vista is located in the heart of the San Luis Valley, which is one of the  highest and largest intermountain valleys in the world. Monte Vista is also the home of the annual Crane Festival in March and the Oldest Professional Rodeo in Colorado each July.

Each Town offers plenty of unique gift shops, dining and lodging facilities. So if you are looking for a chance to experience a starry night and want to get away form the "fast lane" come to Rio Grande Country where we would love to welcome you to "JOIN US IN THE GOOD LIFE"!

 

Monte Vista

Wildlife Refuge Area

South Fork

          

 Fishing at the Lakes                    Snowshoeing in the Winter Time

Learn More About Other Regions in Colorado's Frontier:
   Upper Arkansas
   Lower Arkansas
   North Front Range

   South Front Range

   San Luis Valley

Activities
Calendar of Events

 

May 15th - Lamar Days Celebration
Lamar's 124th Birthday! Celebrate the history and progress of this quaint rural town on the Santa ...

 

May 15th - Lamar Days Celebration
Lamar's 124th Birthday! Celebrate the history and progress of this quaint rural town on the Santa ...

 

May 15th - 5K / 1 Mile Walk
5 K Race & 1 Mile Walk starts at 8:30 AM on Saturday, May 15, 2010. All day family fun with a bic...

 

May 15th - Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Ute Trail Royal Gorge Rendezvous
Event will take place May 15 & 16. Take a trip back in time when mountain men and women would come...

 

June 1st - Gold Mine Tours
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will feature t...

 

June 1st - Gold Mine Tours
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will featur...

 

June 1st - Gold Mine Tours
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will featur...

 

June 4th - Little Britches Rodeo
Watch Children 8-18 compete in Rodeo events Free, Fun, Family Entertainment June 4-6 Come Join ...

 

June 4th - Summerfest on the Rio
Arts, crafts, live music, food and activities in picturesque Cole Park, Alamosa

 

June 11th - Little Britches Rodeo
Contestants from age 5-18 compete in Barrell Racing, Bull Riding, Goat Tying, Tie Down Roping, Fla...

 

June 18th - Logger Days Festival
Arts & Craft Fair 10:00am - 4:00pm Live Music 9:00 - 10:30am Amatuer Axe Throwing 10:00am Loggi...

 

June 18th - Summer Theater in Cripple Creek
You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown June 18-Sept. 18 at 1 and 7 p.m. - See website for days. Ticket...

 

June 19th - Kids Fishing Derby
This event is for children 4-16, Pre-Registration is requested!!

 

June 19th - Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Tractor Show
Event will take place June 19&20. Join the Arkansas Valley Flywheelers for this annual event as th...

 

June 20th - Royal Gorge Bridge & Park's Father's Get in Free Day
Admission to the park is free for all Fathers.

 

June 24th - Alamosa Round-up Rodeo
Little Britches Rodeo, team roping, bull riding, and demolition derby, along with the famous Honey...

 

June 24th - Alamosa Round-up Rodeo
Little Britches Rodeo, team roping, bull riding, and demolition derby, along with the famous Honey...

 

June 24th - How to Catch a Tout Seminar
Learn how to catch, clean and cook a trout. Door Prizes!!

 

June 25th - San Luis Valley Quilt Adventure
Incredible handmade art quilts grace the storefronts of downtown Alamosa.

 

July 1st - Gold Mine Tours
Tour a Real Working Gold Mine Starting June 1 in Victor, Colorado, gold mine tours will featur...

 

July 3rd - South Fork 4th of July Celebration
Parade, Fire Dept. Lunch, Duck Race, Street Dance, Fireworks and plenty of fun!

 

July 3rd - Royal Gorge Bridge & Park's July 4th Celebration
Event will run July 3rd through the 5th. Live entertainment

 

July 4th - Alamosa 4th of July
Join the Alamosa community in this good, old fashioned, down home celebration. Pancake breakfast,...

 

July 8th - Kitchen Home Tour
For anyone interested in design, architecture, structure, can come tour kitchens of different home...
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